{"id":2208,"date":"2021-08-03T07:19:05","date_gmt":"2021-08-03T07:19:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bluetecmne.com\/?p=2208"},"modified":"2021-08-03T07:19:07","modified_gmt":"2021-08-03T07:19:07","slug":"green-mark-certification-scheme","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bluetecmne.com\/blog\/green-mark-certification-scheme\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is The Green Mark Certification Scheme?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>In this day and age, people are becoming increasingly aware of the dangers of climate change and the factors that exacerbate it. Therefore, governments across the globe have taken the necessary steps to minimise the consequences. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is why, in 2005, the Building and Construction Authority (BCA) introduced the Green Mark Scheme. The scheme is designed to rate new and existing building developments based on their environmental impact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019d like a quick overview of this scheme before you proceed, watch this video by the BCA:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-4-3 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"An Introduction to BCA&#039;s Green Mark Certification\" width=\"1020\" height=\"765\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ZWW1nkH9-UI?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Why Should You Apply?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>First, let\u2019s discuss the reasons why you should apply for certification. There are numerous advantages that you\u2019ll enjoy once you\u2019re certified. For example, you would have an edge over the real estate market, which will translate to more tenants and business.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Upon achieving Green Mark certification, your brand will be held in high regard. People seek brands that care about the environment, and obtaining certification will tell the world that your business values align with the concerns of the public.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019d like to find out more about the benefits of obtaining Green Mark Certification, head to the<a href=\"https:\/\/www1.bca.gov.sg\/buildsg\/sustainability\/green-mark-certification-scheme\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> BCA\u2019s website<\/a> for more detail.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1199\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/bluetecmne.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/green-mark-certification-process-1199x800.jpg\" alt=\"Apply with the green mark minimum requirement to gain approval from the BCA.\" class=\"wp-image-2209\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluetecmne.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/green-mark-certification-process-1199x800.jpg 1199w, https:\/\/bluetecmne.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/green-mark-certification-process-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/bluetecmne.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/green-mark-certification-process-599x400.jpg 599w, https:\/\/bluetecmne.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/green-mark-certification-process-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bluetecmne.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/green-mark-certification-process-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/bluetecmne.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/green-mark-certification-process.jpg 1999w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1199px) 100vw, 1199px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How Do You Apply?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To apply for Green Mark certification, you will need to be a building owner, developer, or government agent. You must first collect all of the required documents before making your application online through the <a href=\"https:\/\/www1.bca.gov.sg\/buildsg\/sustainability\/green-mark-certification-scheme\/green-mark-assessment-criteria-and-online-application\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">BCA\u2019s website<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once your application is approved, the BCA will brief your team on all the criteria prior to the official assessment. Once everything is submitted, the BCA will review your building development and rate it based on the Green Mark criteria.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As soon as your building is complete, they will then verify that all criteria have been met, and you will be awarded an official Green Mark Certificate.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Seamless &amp; Professional Consultancy<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At BlueTec, our team of professional engineers are ready to assist you to <a href=\"https:\/\/bluetecmne.com\/green-mark-management\/\">obtain Green Mark Certification<\/a> swiftly. We will ensure that everything falls into place perfectly, guaranteeing you a smooth journey from start to finish. Our team is well-equipped to make sure all paperwork, plans, and renovations are in line with the requirements from the relevant authorities.&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In this day and age, people are becoming increasingly aware of the dangers of climate change and the factors that exacerbate it. Therefore, governments across the globe have taken the necessary steps to minimise the consequences. This is why, in 2005, the Building and Construction Authority (BCA) introduced the Green Mark Scheme. 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