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The Green Building Council of Sri Lanka (GBCSL)^[1] is a non-profit organisation dedicated to promoting sustainable building practices in Sri Lanka. The GBCSL is a member of Green Building Council (GBC) works towards creating a sustainable built environment that minimises ecological impact while enhancing the quality of life for its inhabitants.

The council serves as a platform for knowledge sharing, advocacy, and the development of standards for green building practices within the country.

Some of the objectives of the Green Building Council of Sri Lanka may include^[2]

Promoting the adoption of sustainable building practices.
Providing guidance and rating tools to the construction industry to achieve green building standards.
Advocating for policy changes to support sustainable development.
Facilitating education and awareness programs about the benefits of green building.
Award Ceremony, Activities and Volunteering Projects

GBCSL engages in various activities to promote green building, including:

Certification Programs and Rating Systems: Offering green building certification and rating systems GREEN SL®^[3] to encourage sustainable design, construction, and operation of buildings.
Education and Training: Conducting workshops, seminars, and courses to educate professionals and the public about green building principles.
Research and Development: Collaborating with academic institutions and industry partners to advance research in sustainable building technologies and practices.

Membership

GBCSL offers different levels of memberships,

The Green Building Council of Sri Lanka (GBCSL) provides several membership options, each designed to support its objective of promoting sustainable construction practices across the nation. The organization's primary mission is to make green building the standard in response to the pressing global issues of urban congestion and environmental pollution, thereby advocating for a more sustainable lifestyle.

Corporate Membership^[4]
Green Accredited Professionals^[5]
Green Associate Professionals^[6]
Student Membership^[7]
Green in Duty^[8]

Furthermore, the Green Building Council of Sri Lanka (GBCSL) organises various events, including an Annual Green Building Awards Ceremony of GBCSL, Green Talks, and webinars, aimed at promoting sustainable building practices.

The Annual Green Building Awards Ceremony ^[9], organised by the Green Building Council of Sri Lanka (GBCSL), stands as a distinguished event that honours the progress and dedication to sustainable building practices across the nation. This esteemed ceremony brings together a wide array of industry stakeholders, celebrating the owners of GREEN SL® Certified Buildings, manufacturers of eco-friendly products, and professionals who have achieved the status of Associate or Accredited Green Professionals through GBCSL's rigorous certification process. In addition to these recognitions, the event also pays tribute to business leaders, public institutions, volunteers, and green building consultants who have shown an outstanding commitment to enhancing environmental sustainability in Sri Lanka. A highlight of the ceremony is the presentation of the ‘Outstanding Green Commitment Award’, which acknowledges individuals and organizations that have made significant contributions to promoting green initiatives and fostering a culture of sustainability within the construction and building sectors.

Notable winners of ‘Outstanding Green Commitment Award’

Corporate Award

International Construction Consortium pvt Ltd (2023)^[10]
Hayleys Solar (2023)
Bank of Ceylon (2023/2022)^[11]

Outstanding Professional Award

Dr. Chandana Siriwardana (2023)^[10]
Professor Rangika Halwathura (2022)
Professor Asela Kulathunga (2021)
Dr. Kasun Nandapala (2020)

References

[1] "Green Building Council | Build a Brighter Future". www.srilankagbc.org.

[2] "Green Building Council | About Us".

[3] "Green Building Council | Green Rating System for Built Environment".

[4] "Green Building Council | Corporate Membership".

[5] "Green Building Council | Green Accredited Professionals".

[6] "Green Building Council | Green Associate Professionals".

[7] "Green Building Council | Student Membership".

[8] "Green Building Council | Green in Duty".

[9] "Green Building Council | News".

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[11] "BoC's Leadership in sustainability recognised at Green Building Awards". 10 January 2024.

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