The GBI certification process starts with an assessment of the building
design by a certifier appointed by Greenbuildingindex Sdn Bhd. A
Provisional certification is then issued, with the final certification
issued when the completed building has been verified according to
the design. To maintain the certification, the building is reassessed
every three years. Points are given for performance above benchmarks
and current industry practice. Depending on the scores achieved, the
buildings will be awarded one of four types of ratings: Certified, Silver,
Gold and Platinum.
The assessment of commercial and residential properties under the
GBI rating tool is based on six main criteria as follows:
Energy Efficiency (EE)
Improve energy consumption by optimising building orientation,
minimizing solar heat gain through the building envelope, harvesting
natural lighting, adopting the best practices in building services including
use of renewable energy, and ensuring proper testing, commissioning
and regular maintenance.
Indor Environment Quality (EQ)
Achieve good quality performance in indoor air quality, acoustics, visual
and thermal comfort. These will involve the use of low volatile organic
compound materials, application of quality air filtration, proper control
of air temperature, movement and humidity.
Sustainable Site Planing & MANAGEMENT (SM)
Selecting appropriate sites with planned access to public transportation,
community services, open spaces and landscaping. Avoiding and
conserving environmentally sensitive areas through the redevelopment
of existing sites and brownfields. Implementing proper construction
management, storm water management and reducing the strain on
existing infrastructure capacity.
Materials & Resources (MR)
Promote the use of environment-friendly materials sourced from
sustainable sources and recycling. Implement proper construction waste
management with storage, collection and re-use of recyclables and
construction formwork and waste.
Water Efficiency (WE)
Rainwater harvesting, water recycling and water-saving fittings.
Innovation (IN)
Innovative design and initiatives that meet the objectives of the GBI.
