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December 2024

Exemplar results revealed in Global GreenTag EPD investigation of Weathertex products

18 December 2024

Australian based company Weathertex has pursued sustainable manufacturing practices for many years and has worked with Global GreenTag International on...

EPD Promotion Center and Global GreenTag International Sign Agreement to Collaborate

17 December 2024

EPD促进中心与Global GreenTag International签署MoU 2024年12月5日，EPD促进中心与 Global GreenTag International 签署了谅解备忘录memorandum...

The Archify Sustainable Futures Report 2024

10 December 2024

With hundreds of participants surveyed across the built environment sector, the Archify Sustainable Futures Report conveys the current state of sustainability...

Archify and Global GreenTag Announce Strategic Collaborative Partnership to Drive Sustainable Design in the Built Environment

9 December 2024

Archify, powered by BCI Central, and Global GreenTag International are pleased to announce a new collaborative agreement aimed at fostering sustainable...

November 2024

Upcoming Webinar: Paving the Path for Sustainable Transformation!

20 November 2024

Global GreenTag International is joining with our exciting new industry partner ASPIRE PL and FTD Circular and Forward Thinking Design on December 2 for...

Global GreenTag International supporting 2024 Sustainability Awards

20 November 2024

Global GreenTag proudly took a role with Architecture & Design (A&D) this year to collaborate with the masthead's events platform, the Sustainability...

Making sure everyone is drinking clean water

20 November 2024

Branko Miletic host of the podcast 'Talking Architecture & Design' visits the subject of designing build and interiors projects to ensure access...

NABERS Waste Industry Webinar - The Role Buildings Play in Accelerating Australia's Circular Economy Transition

20 November 2024

As part of the 2024 AWRE Seminar program, NABERS (the National Australian Built Environment Rating System) curated Built Environment Speakers Series stream...

October 2024

Global GreenTag certified product from Kaolin wins Australian Good Design Award

30 October 2024

Sydney, Australia – October 2024 – Kaolin Porcelain Surfaces, in collaboration with internationally acclaimed designer Greg Natale, has proudly announced...

Valuable insights for Global GreenTag after the NoVacancy Hotel+Accomodation Expo

12 October 2024

Global GreenTag International took up the invitation to develop a strong focus on sustainability for the 2024 NoVacancy Hotel+Accomodation Expo at the...

Global GreenTag International EPD Program seeks comment on PCRs for Wood Cladding for Buildings

11 October 2024

The Global GreenTag International Environmental Product Declaration™ (GreenTag EPD™) program that provides Life Cycle information, which building projects...

Global GreenTag International begins the transition to a new credit verification system

10 October 2024

Global GreenTag International CEO, David Baggs, and Program Director, Dr Nana Bortsie-Aryee, have announced the first steps towards implementing a dynamic...

Measuring circularity potential of construction materials – new EPD initiative from ECO Platform

2 October 2024

The international non-profit association ECO Platform, of which the Global GreenTag EPD program is formally recognised by and approved as an ECO EPD programme,...

Global GreenTag certified product Soundlina™ wins Australian Good Design Award

2 October 2024

Congratulations to Screenwood for receiving a prestigious Good Design Award Winner Accolade for their Global GreenTag certified product Soundlina™ -...

Talking Architecture & Design - Sustainability Podcast

1 October 2024

This is a great podcast to listen to, which captures the thoughts and essences of two dedicated eco warriors from Australia - David Baggs (left) Global...

September 2024

NoVacancy 2024 - Global GreenTag Sustainability Hub

13 September 2024

Manufacturers & Products featuring at the Global GreenTag Sustainability Hub @ NoVacancy Hotel+Accomodation Expo – September 18-19 Come visit the Global...

NoVacancy Sustainable Hotel Summit & Expo

13 September 2024

Dr Nana Bortsie-Aryee, Program Director, Global GreenTag International will be speaking at NoVacancy 2024 about how to be more vigilant in product research...

Sense and Sustainability Podcast Series with David Baggs

12 September 2024

Part 1: Sydney 2000 to London 2012 - David Baggs David Baggs, Global GreenTag International's CEO, Technical Director and Co-founder is interviewed on...

Launch of Melbourne Build Expo 2025

9 September 2024

Oliver Kinross, a market leading organiser of construction trade shows, who has partnered with Global GreenTag International on Build expos globally since...

August 2024

Island Block & Paving Products Measure Carbon Zero under Global GreenTag's CarbonRATE™

21 August 2024

CarbonRATE™ is Global GreenTag's carbon emission certification program. Following examination of data drawn from Island Block & Paving's product range...

Global GreenTag International moves to support sustainable aims of home builders with Evitat Australia

13 August 2024

With a shared focus on supporting the needs of residential builders and renovators and developing a greener and healthier built environment, Global GreenTag...

July 2024

Global GreenTag EPD Program is seeking comment on Product Category Rules for Structural Steel

31 July 2024

The Global GreenTag Environmental Product Declaration™ (EPD) program that provides Life Cycle information, which building projects require, is releasing...

Contribute to GreenTag EPD program public consultation for next set of building product PCRs

31 July 2024

The Global GreenTag Environmental Product Declaration™ (EPD) program that provides the Life Cycle information that projects require, is releasing for...

Living Building Challenge Recognises Robustness of Global GreenTag's Cleaning Standard for LBC Cleaning Protocols

18 July 2024

The International Living Future Institute (ILFI), known for its rigorous green building certification programs, including the Living Building Challenge...

Australian Furniture Association Joins with Global GreenTag to Drive Higher Levels of Sustainability in the Furnishings Sector

18 July 2024

Global GreenTag International has joined forces in a collaborative partnership with the Australian Furniture Association (AFA), the only recognised peak...

Join Global GreenTag International in Driving the Transition to a Circular Economy at AWRE 2024

9 July 2024

Global GreenTag International is partnering again with AWRE (Australasian Waste & Recycling Expo) for 2024! The premier business trade event for the waste,...

Global GreenTag International enters partnership with TWRA to boost innovation and sustainability in tropical water resources

2 July 2024

Global GreenTag International and the Tropical Water Research Alliance (TWRA) have joined forces in a strategic partnership to drive sustainable water...

June 2024

Bring your products with sustainability certifications to NoVacancy🍀

29 June 2024

With a strong focus this year for industries across the board to start planning for and implementing circular economy practices, work for net zero goals...

Emphasis on Life Cycle Issues Feature in New Global GreenTag Personal Products Standard v1.1

19 June 2024

Global GreenTag today releases Version 1.1 of the Global GreenTag International Personal Products Certification Standard, incorporating additional changes...

Understanding Product Certifications

7 June 2024

For home builders and renovators who want to make product choices that are healthy, ethically made and environmentally safer This panel discussion on...

NaturePositive: Why is a focus on nature the new 'green'? What is it and how do we achieve it at a project and product level?

5 June 2024

Entry to this event is free - register with ArchiBuild Expo The introduction of a new NaturePositive+™ Standard and NaturePositive+ Declaration™...

Demystifying rating tools and certifications: Green Star, WELL and GreenTag - How to speed up your specifications and procurement while improving your project ratings

5 June 2024

This panel for the Beyond Building Boundaries program for ArchiBuild Expo and Design Show Australia will be led David Baggs, CEO, Technical Director and...

Global GreenTag International joins with LOUD Library to keep product samples out of landfill

3 June 2024

Global GreenTag International has created a collaborative partnership with LOUD Library, an innovative new company emerging from Victoria in Australia...

May 2024

Global GreenTag Assessment Team Members Join Coreo to Plant Trees for Conservation Park in Australia

30 May 2024

Two members of the Global GreenTag International Product Assessment Team participated in a tree planting project with Coreo recently – joining a Conservation...

Global GreenTag invited to speak at Wood You Like to Know 2 online event – at end of May

14 May 2024

David Baggs of Global GreenTag International is speaking at Weathertex's Wood You Like to Know 2 Online Summit on 30 May 2024 – an event that is filled...

Add your brand to the 2024 Global GreenTag Sustainability Hub at ArchiBuild Expo

14 May 2024

We are back – and invite you to join us in exhibiting your products with Global GreenTag accreditations – at this year's ArchiBuild Expo as part...

April 2024

A re-focus on microorganisms to be dealt with in new Global GreenTag Cleaning Standard v1.2

23 April 2024

Cleaning products manufacturers have been increasingly seeking certifications with GreenTag in the last couple of years to help them clarify for the cleaning...

WORKSHOP: Tales of Product Greenwashing – and More

23 April 2024

Using the term 'Environmentally or Eco-friendly' in marketing of products and materials for construction does not cut it anymore – and this accountability...

Are you ready for Australia's biggest festival of construction of the year?

17 April 2024

Sydney Build features over 500 exhibitors, 500 high-level speakers across 15 conference stages and CPD-accredited workshops. Spanning six exhibition halls...

Sydney Build 2024 is set for record government support and attendance!

9 April 2024

Officially supported by Lord Mayor Clover Moore, and Premier of NSW, Chris Minns, Sydney Build is making its highly anticipated return to the ICC Sydney...

MAJOR UPDATES to the Global GreenTag International Standard – New Version 4.1

4 April 2024

Global GreenTag today releases Version 4.1 of the Global GreenTag International Product Certification Standard and a list of major changes have been made....

March 2024

Maximise benefits from market changes affecting your products!

26 March 2024

Find out how to leverage the excitement around Global GreenTag in 2024 at this last opportunity webinar. To be held on Thursday, March 28th - a training...

Maximise benefits from market changes affecting your products!

19 March 2024

Global GreenTag is offering two opportunities for manufacturers to attend an educational webinar this month, sharing valuable content on either March 21st...

February 2024

FRESH NEW BRANDING LOGOS launching for Global GreenTag Certified Products

28 February 2024

March 2024 marks the launch of fresh and functional new TAG logo packages for manufacturers and suppliers with Global GreenTag International certified,...

Global GreenTag EPD Program Expanding – Inviting Specialists to Join!

26 February 2024

The Global GreenTag International EPD (Environmental Product Declaration) Program is expanding and looking for expressions of interest from LCA Consultants...

IMPORTANT UPDATE to Global GreenTag Certification Program Terms & Conditions

14 February 2024

Global GreenTag International Program Director Dr Nana Bortsie-Aryee has announced a series of updates to the Global GreenTagCertTM Terms and Conditions....