{"id":3134,"date":"2022-10-14T10:00:43","date_gmt":"2022-10-14T10:00:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bluetecmne.com\/?p=3134"},"modified":"2022-10-14T05:16:37","modified_gmt":"2022-10-14T05:16:37","slug":"how-do-you-meet-the-green-mark","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bluetecmne.com\/blog\/how-do-you-meet-the-green-mark\/","title":{"rendered":"BlueTec | How Do You Meet the &#8216;Green Mark&#8217;?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The BCA Green Mark Scheme was launched in Singapore by the BCA (Building and Construction Authority) in 2005. Its goal is to drive Singapore\u2019s construction industry towards creating green, environment-friendly buildings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"3137\" src=\"https:\/\/bluetecmne.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shutterstock_461088697-1-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3137\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It is a rating system for green buildings that evaluates new and existing buildings for their environmental impact and performance, based on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Indoor Environmental Quality<\/li><li>Environmental Protection<\/li><li>Other Green Features and Innovation<\/li><li>Energy Efficiency<\/li><li>Water Efficiency<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This scheme has 4 certification levels &#8211; Certified, Gold, GoldPlus, and Platinum. Each new and existing building is required to meet the Certified level at the very least.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/bluetecmne.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shutterstock_786051976.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3138\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluetecmne.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shutterstock_786051976.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/bluetecmne.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shutterstock_786051976-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Singapore has set a target to have at least 80% of its buildings be Green Mark certified by 2030, however a revision in 2021 has caused over 70% of currently certified buildings to be \u2018off the mark\u2019.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Updated Scheme<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Under the tightened revision, there are significant improvements that will enhance the existing built environment, and drive decarbonisation. In alignment with the United Nations\u2019 Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs), the BCA worked to set aggressive energy-efficiency standards, as well as performance-based recertification.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the past, Green Mark certifications were based on the score from fulfilling various assessment criteria, such as energy- and non-energy-related components. There were also prerequisites for chiller efficiency, which resulted in higher-than-average scores. As such, a building\u2019s rating might not accurately reflect its energy efficiency!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"749\" src=\"https:\/\/bluetecmne.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shutterstock_1017980494.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3139\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluetecmne.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shutterstock_1017980494.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/bluetecmne.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shutterstock_1017980494-600x449.jpg 600w, https:\/\/bluetecmne.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shutterstock_1017980494-534x400.jpg 534w, https:\/\/bluetecmne.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shutterstock_1017980494-768x575.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In short, these revised standards are set to catalyse significant reduction in carbon emissions and energy consumption from buildings in Singapore. As such, energy efficiency is now the sole determinant of your building\u2019s rating. In order to handle non-energy components, five sustainability sections have been developed, and building projects are eligible to apply for recognition in any or all of these areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Buildings in Singapore that fulfil the necessary criteria will be awarded badges accordingly, in recognition of their exceptional performance and effort in sustainability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Assess Your Green Mark Today with BlueTecMNE Singapore<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Project and building owners should act promptly to identify areas in their buildings that can be more energy efficient, such as lighting, air conditioning, heating, ventilation and so on. Secure your Green Mark rating today and ensure your building is future-proofed!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/bluetecmne.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shutterstock_202957096.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3140\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluetecmne.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shutterstock_202957096.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/bluetecmne.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shutterstock_202957096-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Have doubts about your building\u2019s Green Mark score? Talk to our friendly experts at <a href=\"https:\/\/bluetecmne.com\/\">BlueTecMNE<\/a> today to discuss &#8211; we are well-equipped to help you obtain a satisfactory <a href=\"https:\/\/bluetecmne.com\/green-mark-management\/\">Green Mark certification<\/a> through BCA submissions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From FSSD submissions to URA plans, our professional M&amp;E consultants in Singapore do it all. <a href=\"https:\/\/bluetecmne.com\/contact-us\/\">Talk to us<\/a> today, or check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/bluetecmne.com\/projects\/\">past projects<\/a>!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The BCA Green Mark Scheme was launched in Singapore by the BCA (Building and Construction Authority) in 2005. Its goal is to drive Singapore\u2019s construction industry towards creating green, environment-friendly buildings. 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