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Global SustainabilityAssessment System

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An Overview - 2014

Sustainability Promises

The commonly accepted definitions of sustainable development focus on the use of resources by the current generation in a manner that does not negatively affect the ability of future generations to meet their needs.

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The Built Environment Context

• Built environment generally refers to the human made surroundings that provide the setting for human activity, ranging from the large-scale civic surroundings to the personal places.

• Built environment does not solely comprise buildings, infrastructure and transport. It includes the human community and cultural experiences. The interaction between these components influences how the built environment develops over time and contributes to developing a ‘sense of place’, comprising all of its features, whether natural or constructed.

• Built environment also, however, has wide ranging negative environmental impacts, including impacts associated with air quality, water and energy consumption, transport accessibility, materials use and management of waste, just few to mention.

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Environmental Challenges in GCC


GCCEnvironmental

Challenges

Water Depletion

GCC is among the poorest countries in the world in fresh water availability from natural resources

Fossil Fuels Depletion

GCC has the highest energy consumption per capita in the world

Climate Change/ Air Pollution

GCC has the highest CO2 emissions per capita in the world

Water Pollution

GCC relies 100% on desalination which has negative impacts on environment

Materials Depletion/Land Contamination

GCC is among top 10 countries worldwide in the production of C&D waste per capita

Impacts of Pollution on Health


Benefits of Adoption to Sustainability Practices

Environmental Benefits

CONSERVEwater, energy, and other resources

MINIMIZE emissions and waste production

IMPROVE water, land, and air quality

ENHANCE biodiversity and ecosystems

Societal Benefits

IMPROVEHuman health & comfort

PRESERVE cultural identity

CREATE opportunities in green businesses

REDUCEoperations & maintenance costs


10% 10% 6% 6%

13%

Decrease in Operating Cost

Increase in Building Value

Improvement in ROI

Increase in Occupancy

Increase ofRent

Economic Benefits of Adoption to Sustainability Practices

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Benefits as Direct Savings on Resources


Savings in water consumptionby

40%

Savings in energy use & reduction of greenhouse gas emissions by

30%

Reduction of construction and demolition waste sent to landfills by

75%

Global Sustainability Assessment System (GSAS) Outline

• Global Sustainability Assessment System (GSAS) is developed by GORD through several years of intense collaboration with the TC Chan Centre at the University of Pennsylvania, and School of Architecture at the Georgia Institute of Technology, USA and other reputed houses of expertise.

• GSAS was developed by drawing best practices adopted from 40 different rating systems known regionally and internationally.

• Primary objective of GSAS is to create a sustainable built environment that minimizes ecological impact while addressing the specific social and cultural needs and environment of the region.

• GSAS is the Middle East’s first integrated and performance-based sustainability assessment system for the built environment. The systematic assessment method is applied seamlessly from the macro to a micro scales encompassing urban design, infrastructure and buildings levels.


Groundwork2007-2009

Experts Composition

New Rating System

GlobalSustainabilityAssessment System

Design Guidelines

Assessment Categories / Criteria

Weiting +Scoring

Energy Standard

UK:BREEAM

US:LEED

CANADA:GREEN

GLOBES

HONG KONG:CEPAS

JAPAN:CASBEE

International:SBTool

Compilation of140+Rating Systems ToolsGuidelines

Innitial Assessment of40 Whole BuildingRating Systems

Further Detailed Analysis of6 Most EstablishedRating Systems

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[1] US[2] UK[3] Netherlands[4] Canada[5] Japan[6] China[7] Hong Kong[8] Australia

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Government / Non-Government

International

(ISO - CEN)

GSAS Development Process


Ground-up Approach Seamless integration between sustainability practices and regional requirements.

Best Mix Combines the best features from the world’s most established sustainability rating systems.

Performance-based A quantifiable and result-oriented rather than feature-oriented approach.

Flexible Individual components are adaptable to any project of any scale without compromising the system integrity.

Control Affords complete control over the development, customisation, deployment and future modifications or expansion of the rating system based on any set of specific requirements.

Advantages of GSAS Approach


System Framework

Integrated Project Life-Cycle Approach

SystemCategories

EnvironmentalImpacts

UrbanConnectivity

Energy

Site

Water

Materials

Indoor/OutdoorEnvironment

Cultural &Economic Value

Management &Operations

AirPollution

Land Use &Contamination

FossilFuel Depletion

WaterDepletion

WaterPollution

MaterialsDepletion

Human Health &Comfort

ClimateChange

DESIGN CONSTRUCTION OPERATIONS


UrbanConnectivity

UrbanConnectivity

UrbanConnectivity

Energy

Energy Water

Water

Materials

IndoorEnvironment

IndoorEnvironment




Management& Operations


Site

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UrbanConnectivity

UrbanConnectivity

UrbanConnectivity

Energy

Energy Water

Water

Materials

IndoorEnvironment

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Site

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Goals define values to be achieved to lower urbanization impacts on the environment and improves human well-being

[UC] The building’s planning shall incorporate urban considerations.

[S] The building’s development in relation to the existing site conditions shall be controlled.

[E] The building’s depletion of fossil energy over its service life shall be controlled.

[W] The building’s impact on the overall water resource shall be controlled.

[M] The impact of the building’s use of materials on the environment shall be controlled.

[IE] The building’s indoor environment shall be controlled.

[CE] The building’s cultural and economic value shall be maintained or enhanced.

[MO] The building’s management and operations plan shall be defined.

GSAS Goals


[UC] Urban Connectivity

Consists of factors associated with the urban environment such as zoning, transportation networks and loadings. Loadings on the urban environment include traffic congestion and air, noise, and light pollution.

[S] Site

Consists of factors associated with land use such as land conservation or remediation and site selection, planning and development.

[E] Energy

Consists of factors associated with the energy demand of buildings, the efficiency of energy delivery, and the use of fossil energy sources that result in harmful emissions and pollution.

[W] Water

Consists of factors associated with water consumption and its associated burden on municipal supply and treatment systems.

[M] Materials

Consists of factors associated with materials extraction, processing, manufacturing, distribution, use/re-use, and disposal.

[IE] Indoor Environment

Consists of factors associated with indoor environmental quality such as thermal comfort and air, acoustic, and light quality.

[CE] Cultural & Economic Value

Consists of factors associated with cultural conservation and support of the local economy.

[MO] Management & Operations

Consists of factors associated with building design management and operations, such as sub-metering of energy usage, leak detection, and commissioning.

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Energy (E) 24%

Water (W) 16%

Indoor Environment (IE) 16%

Cultural & Economics (CE) 13%

Site (S) 9%

Urban Connectivity (UC) 8%

Materials (M) 8%

Management & Operations (MO) 6%

GSAS Categories & Weights

The comprehensive GSAS rating system measures and evaluates every project on eight key aspects or categories that have a direct impact on environmental stress mitigation. Each Category is assigned a weight based on Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP). The categories are then broken down into specific criteria that measure and define these individual issues. A score is then awarded to each criterion based on the level of compliance.

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Energy (E) 24%

Water (W) 16%

Indoor Environment (IE) 16%

Cultural & Economics (CE) 13%

Site (S) 9%

Urban Connectivity (UC) 8%

Materials (M) 8%

Management & Operations (MO) 6%


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UC Urban Connectivity

UC.1 Load on Local Traffic Conditions

UC.2 Pedestrian Pathways

UC.3 Proximity to Amenities

UC.4 Light Pollution

UC.5 Noise Pollution

UC.6 Public Transportation

UC.7 Private Transportation

UC.8 Sewer & Waterway Contamination

UC.9 Shadingof Adjacent Properties

S Site

S.1 Ecological Value of Land

S.2 Vegetation & Shading

S.3 Desertification

S.4 Rainwater Runoff

S.5 Mixed Use

S.6 Heat Island Effect

S.7 Adverse Wind Conditions

S.8 Acoustic Conditions

S.9 Landscape Management


IE Indoor Environment

IE.1 Thermal Comfort

IE.2 Low-Emitting Materials

IE.3 Natural Ventilation

IE.4 Mechanical Ventilation

IE.5 Indoor Chemical & Pollutant Source Control

IE.6 Views

IE.7 Glare Control

IE.8 Illumination Levels

IE.9 Acoustic Quality

IE.10 Daylight

CE Cultural & Economic Value

CE.1 Heritage & Cultural Identity

CE.2 Support of National Economy

MO Management & Operations

MO.1 Commissioning Plan

MO.2 Energy Use Sub-metering

MO.3 LeaK Detection

MO.4 Organic Waste Management

MO.5 Recycling Management

MO.6 Intelligent Building Control System


E Energy

E.1 Energy Demand Performance

E.2 Energy Delivery Performance

E.3 Fossil Fuel Conservation

E.4 CO2 Emissions

E.5 NOx, SO

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W Water

W.1 Water Consumption

M Materials

M.1 Regional Materials

M.2 Responsible Sourcing of Materials

M.3 Structure Reuse: On-site

M.4 Materials Reuse: Off-site

M.5 Recycled Materials

M.6 Design for Disassembly

M.7 Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)

GSAS Criteria: Commercial



UC Urban Connectivity

UC.1 Transportation Load

UC.2 Proximity to Existing Districts

UC.3 Acoustic Conditions

UC.4 Solid Waste Load

S Site

S.1 Land Preservation

S.2 Water Body Preservation

S.3 Habitat Preservation

S.4 Vegetation

S.5 Walkability

S.6 Bikeability

S.7 Desertification

S.8 Parking Footprint

S.9 Mixed Use

S.10 Crime Prevention

S.11 Public Space

S.12 GSAS Rated Typologies


IE Outdoor Environment

OE.1 Heat Island Effect

OE.2 Adverse Wind Conditions

OE.3 Air Flow

OE.4 Acoustic Quality

CE Cultural & Economic Value

CE.1 Heritage & Cultural Identity

CE.2 Support of National Economy

CE.3 Housing Diversity

MO Management & Operations

MO.1 Construction Plan

MO.2 Management Plan

MO.3 Wastewater Management Plan

MO.4 Organic Waste Management Plan

MO.5 Solid Waste Management Plan


E Energy

E.2 Energy Delivery Performance

E.3 Fossil Fuel Conservation

E.4 CO2 Emissions

E.5 NOx, SO

x, & Particulate Matter

W Water

W.1 Water Consumption

M Materials

M.1 Regional Materials

M.2 Responsible Sourcing of Materials

M.3 Recycled Materials

M.4 Materials Reuse

M.5 Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)

GSAS Criteria: Districts


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CRITERIA_

Impact weighting

(Extend, Intensity, Duration)

Intensity

WeakLow Single ImpactLow Multiple ImpactModerate Single ImpactModerate Multiple ImpactStrong Single ImpactStrong Multiple Impact

Duration

Transient<25hrWeeksmonthsYearsDecadesCenturies

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System Weighting Methodology


Criteria Scoring Levels

• Scoring system has five levels

• Criteria that obtains Level -1 does not meet baseline

• Criteria that obtains Level 0 meets the baseline

• Criteria that obtains Level 1 is acceptable

• Criteria that obtains Level 2 is Improved

• Criteria that obtains Level 3 is Optimal

Level Range Ordinal Scale

Level 0 <0 Does not meet baseline

Level 1 1<x<=1 Acceptable

Level 2 1<x<=2 Improved

Level 3 2<x<=3 Optimal

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Indoor Environment

Cultural & Economic Value

Management & Operations

-0.3 -0.2 -0.1 0.0 0.1 0.2 0.3 0.4 0.5 0.6 0.7 0.8

Points Attainable Achieved

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GSAS Certification Level chart

GSAS Scoring Bar chart

GSAS Star Rating

• GSAS Toolkit Illustrates points achieved and the maximum attainable points for each category

• Allows user to see which category can be improved upon to obtain desired amount of points and rating level

• Displays the GSAS star level achieved by the project

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Certification Denied Certification Achieved

GSAS Overall Rating

Score Certification Level GSAS Certification

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GSAS Schemes (1/2)

(I) Classical Schemes

• Districts (NH)

• Commercial

• Residential

• Education

• Core & Shell

• Hospitality

• Healthcare

(II) Unique Schemes

• Sports Facilities

• Mosques

• Light Industries

• Parks

• Railways

• Infrastructure


(III) Construction Scheme (Construction Practices)

(IV) Operations (Existing – Renovations – (EPL – WPL)

Provides information on the assessment of the aspects of the construction process that has a lasting environmental impact and considers what impacts the project can mitigate. It requires a thorough review of the contractors practices during the execution stage of the project to ensure its adherence to sustainability during that stage.

Provides information for the evaluation of the environmental impact of building operations, verifies the original design intent, evaluate changes made through renovations and changes, and considers what impacts the project can mitigate.

The scheme is comprehensive and can be used to assess existing buildings and renovated ones. It also encompasses assessment of energy performance (EPL) and water performance (WPL).

GSAS Schemes (2/2)


GSAS Manuals Suite 20+ volumes documenting all aspects related to GSAS categories.

GSASgate Project Management Suite Web-based solution developed to manage the certification process allowing all stakeholders to interact online.

GSAS Tools Suite Automated calculators for assessing different criteria.

LINKme An online community networking soloution for GORD members, that offers various features and access to valuable resources.

Online Exam Suite Provides online exams for GSAS - CGP course in all countries across the globe in authorized centers.

Online University Offers technical training courses related to the latest advancements in green buildings and sustainable design, as well as helping professionals to simply learn a new skill.

IJSBE The International Journal of Sustainable Built Environment is peer reviewed journal managed by GORD Institute. It contributes to robust international dialogue on the subject.

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GSAS manuals and documents developed to date include the following:

• RFP Preparation: GSAS All Typologies v2.0

• GSAS Energy Application v2.0

• GSAS Training Manual: Commercial & Residential – Part I v2.1

• GSAS Training Manual: Commercial & Residential – Part II v2.1

• GSAS Technical Guide v2.0

• Typologies: GSAS Design Guidelines v2.0

• Typologies: GSAS Design Assessment v2.0

• Typologies: GSAS Operations Guidelines v2.0

• Typologies: GSAS Operations Assessment v2.0

• Construction: GSAS Guidelines v2.0

• Construction: GSAS Assessment v2.0

• Districts: GSAS Guidelines v2.0

• Districts: GSAS Assessment v2.0

• Health Care: GSAS Design Guidelines v2.0

• Health Care: GSAS Design Assessment v2.0

• Parks: GSAS Guidelines v2.0

• Parks: GSAS Assessment v2.0

• Railways: GSAS Design Guidelines v2.0

• Railways: GSAS Design Assessment v2.0

• Sports: GSAS Design Guidelines v2.0

• Sports: GSAS Design Assessment v2.0

CONSTRUCTION GSAS GUIDELINES

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A globally recognised symbol of sustainable engineering

The GSAS system awards one of six levels of certifications to projects, from one star to six stars, depending on their environmental and social impact. Assessment can be conducted to certify the project in the design, construction and operations phases.

Gulf Organisation for Research and DevelopmentT: +974 4404 9010, F: +974 4404 9002

Qatar Science & Technology Park (QSTP)Tech 1, Level 2, Suite 203

P.O. Box: 210162, Doha, Qatar

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COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL

GSAS TRAINING MANUAL

GSAS Manuals Suite


GSASgate (Project Management Suite) GSASgate – one of the latest, state-of-the-art project management systems in the field of green buildings, as it allows all parties of a real estate project to register their projects and monitor the progress of their assessment while exchanging opinions and suggestions online through an integrated paperless electronic environment, consistent with sustainability requirements that aim at protecting natural resources.


GSAS Tools Suite

GLOBAL SUSTAINABILITY ASSESSMENT SYSTEM (GSAS)

COMMERCIAL - DESIGN STAGE

UC Urban ConnectivityYour Score

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Point0.000

UC.1 Proximity to Infrastructure 0 1.42% 0.000

UC.2 Load on Local Traffic Conditions 0 1.78% 0.000

UC.3 Public Transportation 0 1.28% 0.000

UC.4 Private Transportation 0 0.38% 0.000

UC.5 Sewer & Waterway Contamination 0 1.07% 0.000

UC.6 Acoustic Conditions 0 0.26% 0.000

UC.7 Proximity to Amenities 0 0.68% 0.000

UC.8 Accessibility 0 1.14% 0.000

UC.1 Proximity to Infrastructure

SUBMITTAL Submit the Proximity to Infrastructure Calculator and specifications and documentation regarding the available infrastructure showing that the existing structures can handle theadditional load from the building.

SCORE

% Infrastructure Available (X) Your Score

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GLOBAL SUSTAINABILITY ASSESSMENT SYSTEM (GSAS)

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E EnergyYour Score

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E.1 Energy Demand Performance 0 5.20% 0.000

E.2 Energy Delivery Performance 0 5.20% 0.000

E.3 Fossil Fuel Conservation 0 3.64% 0.000

E.4 CO2 Emissions 0 4.55% 0.000

E.5 NOx, SOx & Particulate Matter 0 5.42% 0.000

E.1 Energy Demand Performance

SUBMITTAL “All projects must submit the Energy Performance Calculator and the following supporting documents:• Design Drawings• Relevant MEP Drawings”

SCORE

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LINKmeLINKme is an online community networking solution for our GORD members, that offers various features and access to valuable resources. For the exclusive members of GORD, LINKme gives our members the power to create a dynamic member profile, collaborate on projects, participate in events, share ideas, access resources and expertise – and, most important, connect with other members! Members are now able to join groups, chapters and blogs.


Online Exam SuiteThe GSAS - CGP workshop ONLINE EXAM is offered electronically online through an platform developed according to GSAS requirements. This service offers flexibility, eliminates geographic boundaries and is on par with the highest international standards.


International Journal of Sustainable Built Environment (IJSBE)

Published by renowned science publisher Elsevier, the International Journal of Sustainable Built Environment is GORD Institute’s contribution to robust international dialogue on the subject. Containing thoughts and contributions from policy makers, renowned sustainability specialists and GORD Institute experts, IJSBE is enthusiastically received by universities, research institutes and government departments around the world.

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Barrier to Sustainability Adaptation

Barrier 1: Lack of builder’s incentives

Barrier 2: Lack of products/systems information

and sourcing

Barrier 3: Inadequate client knowledge

Barrier 4: Perceived & actual cost increases

Barrier 6: Lack of knowledge how to build a green

Barrier 7: Certification cost/paperwork

Barrier 8: Lack of regulations and supportive

building codes


GORD’s Holistic Approach for Deployment

Incentive Programs

Outreach Activities

Mega-Projects Implementation

Demonstration Projects

Research & Education

Systems & Set Up

Laws & Codes

Approaches

GORD encourages concerned parties to introduce incentive programs to encourage investors and developers, government agencies and other to build green. Lusail City is an example where the developers are given extra built-up area when achieving higher star rating.

GORD engages actively with local, GCC Building Code & other governmental bodies to draft laws & codes in sustainability and green construction.

GORD engages in a variety of awareness programs appealing to different groups and sectors to change perceptions and promote sustainability.

GORD has established adequate tools and systems to guide practices of the construction industry and provides needed support through its physical platform and resources which consist of centers of excellence with its underlying processes, procedures and workflows.

GORD engages actively with developers to promote the implementation of GSAS in mega-projects in an integrated approach from design to operations.

GORD collaborates with universities and research laboratories to advance human knowledge and investigate new approaches of sustainability in the built environment. Also, GORD empowers professionals through conducting a variety of training and educational programs.

Leading by example is one of GORD’s strategies to promote sustainability. The eco-villa is an example where new ideas, innovative solutions and technologies will be demonstrated for public and be subject to testing & verifications.


GORD Centers of Excellence

GSAS TrustGSAS Trust provides GSAS standards and certifications for developments during the design, construction & operation phase.

GORD AcademyGORD Academy offers memberships and certification programs, which are designed to meet the educational needs of the professionals working in the construction industry.

GORD InstituteGORD Institute runs scientific research through its own research programs and partnerships with local and international Organisations, from both academic and applied research perspectives, to share knowledge and build networks to enhance the sustainable built environment in Qatar.

Gulf Organization for Research and Development (GORD), the authority for knowledge on sustainability in the MENA region has launched the Global Sustainability Assessment System (GSAS) as the standard for excellence on sustainability in the MENA region.

Global Sustainability Assessment System (GSAS) formerly known as Qatar Sustainability Assessment System (QSAS) is the most comprehensive sustainability rating system in the world.


GSAS TrustDESIGN CERTIFICATION FORMTypical Buildings

PROJECT DETAILS (Please complete in BLOCK CAPITALS)

CLIENT REPRESENTATIVE DETAILS

Project ID Project Name

Address

Location

Gross Built-Up Area (m2) Certified Area (m2)

Company Name

PM Name Service Provider No.

PM Email Tel

Signature

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HOW TO PAY (Please tick the relevant payment option)

Total Amount QR (A+B)

Signature

Purchase order no. (if applicable)

Bank TransferPlease contact finance department for bank details: 44049017/ 44049010

Cheque payable to “GULF ORG OF RES DEVELOPMENT QSTP”Kindly submit cheque to the finance personnel in charge at: Suite 203, Level 2, Tech 1, Qatar Science & Technology Park (QSTP), Doha, Qatar

(A) GSAS gate

Online Registration Fee

QR ___________________ (per 1 Project / ____Years)

(B) Design Certification Fees:

Prototype (Each building) - QR 5000 + QR 1.0 per sq.m. of built up area (excluding car park & services area in basement)

Initial Group of Typical Buildings (For the first 25 buildings) - 50% reduction in certification fee per building

Subsequent Group of Typical Buildings (For more than 25 buildings) - 75% reduction in certification fee per building for additional buildings

QR ___________________

PROJECT FEES (Single Building Projects Rates)Please tick the relevant fees options

HOW TO

REGISTER:1. Review GSASgate

Online Registration Fees at: http://gord.qa/uploads/pdf/GSASORF.pdf

2. Review Design Certification Fee structure at: http://gord.qa/uploads/pdf/GSASDCF.pdf

3. Consult GSAStrust at GORD for quotation/invoice for applicable fees.

4. Submit Design Certification Form and Project Area Statement.

NOTES:

• An invoice will be sent by email within 2 working days of application. Please contact GSAS Coordinator on +974 44049010 should you not have received the invoice.

• Full advanced payment is required prior to online project activation.

• Paid amount is non-refundable in any case and for any reason. The only exception will be variation of the certified area which will either be billed or refunded based on the final area measurement before issuance of LOC.

• Appeals: QR 1000 per criteria (Refunded if in favor of the project team)

TO APPLY:

Tel. +974 44049010Fax. +974 44049002Email: [email protected]: www.gord.qa

Form

D0721 NOV 2013

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GSAS Service ProviderLicense - DesignApplication Form

Form

L0212 JAN 2014

GSAS SERVICE PROVIDER SCHEMES & FEES (Please tick to select the relevant schemes)

Compulsory:

Fees for Scheme I: Building Typologies – QR 5,000 per year

Optional*:

Fees for Scheme II: Districts/Parks – QR 5,000 per year

Fees for Scheme III: Sports – QR 5,000 per year

Fees for Scheme IV: Railways – QR 5,000 per year

Fees for Scheme V: Healthcare – QR 5,000 per year

COMPANY DETAILSPlease complete in BLOCK CAPITALS

Company Name

Title First Name Family Name

Job Title

Address

Country

Tel Fax

Email

Secretary/PA Tel Nature of business

No of employees: 0-49 50-249 250-499 500-999 1000+

Signature

Total Amount QR


Note*: Optional schemes if purchased separately, expiry date of the compulsory scheme will be applied.




GSAS Service Provider is an institutional one year recognition that has been cleared to work on providing status to members without voiding the system’s ownership to GORD.

HOW TO REGISTER:

1. Please complete & submit this application form.

2. Request for GORD invoice prior to making any payment.

3. Membership will be activated upon receipt of full payment.

4. Paid amount is non-refundable in any case and for any reason.

BENEFITS:

• One Year membership

• Access to electronic GSAS Publications Series (Typologies only)

• Listed on www.gord.qa

(Founders & Partners): • Logo Placement • 100 Words (write-up)

• Access to GSASgate

• Access to Consultants/ Contractors

• Recognition through Mass e-mail

• Priority in registration for GORD events/ workshops/ CPDs

TO APPLY:

Tel. +974 44049010

Fax. +974 44049002

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.gord.qa

GORD Affiliate Membership is a one year subscription provided to companies in recognition of their efforts to promote sustainability best practices initiated by GORD through GSAS framework.

HOW TO REGISTER:

1. Please complete & submit this application form.

2. Request for GORD invoice prior to making any payment.

3. Membership will be activated upon receipt of full payment.

4. Paid amount is non-refundable in any case and for any reason.

BENEFITS:

• One Year membership

• Access to electronic GSAS Publications Series (Typologies only)

• Listed on www.gord.qa

(Founders & Partners): • Logo Placement • 100 Words (write-up)

• Access to Consultants/ Contractors

• Recognition through Mass e-mail

• Priority in registration for GORD events/ workshops/ CPDs

TO APPLY:

Tel. +974 44049010

Fax. +974 44049002

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.gord.qa

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GSAS Trust provides GSAS standards and certifications for developments during the design, construction & operation phase.

The Global Sustainability Assessment System (GSAS) Trust was formulated by GORD with the mandate of filling this lacuna in the Middle East building sector. The first step was an exhaustive exercise that took a hard look at the fundamentals of sustainable built environments as well as current global best practices. Next, the system was engineered to handle the distinctive needs of Qatar and the Middle East. Finally, after meticulously testing the system in the real world, GORD introduced GSAS (formerly QSAS) – the first performance-based sustainable built environment rating scheme created specifically for the unique conditions and requirements of the region.

With GSAS at its core, GORD has built a comprehensive continuum of sustainability that encompasses everything from assessing and rating built environments to educating and certifying professionals, setting industry benchmarks and researching new breakthroughs in the field. Building upon the foundation provided by GSAS, we have collaborated with leading research organizations in the field, consulted for governments and companies and taken our ideas to foreign shores.

Today the GSAS Trust retains the responsibility of maintaining, improving and furthering the GSAS standards and developing the tools and manuals for the optimal application of the standards.


GORD Academy

Table of Content

Academy levels, Qualifications & Designations

GSAS Certification Schemes

CPD Recognised Activities & CEU’s

Qualifications Maintenance Requisites (All Levels)

Academy Levels Progression Requisites

1 Crafting a green Legacy

LEVEL

Green Card Associate

Practitioner

Licentiate

Fellow

QUALIFICATION DESIGNATION

Certificate

Advanced Diploma

Diploma

1

2

3

4

Academy Levels, Qualifications & Designations


GSAS Certification Schemes

GSAS-ACGP

GSAS-CGP

TYPOLOGY-BASED CERTIFICATION

SCHEMES

DISCIPLINE-BASED CERTIFICATION

SCHEMES

AbbreviationsDISCIPLINE-BASED

ACO Acoustics

ARC Architecture

CIV Civil Engineering

ELE Electrical Engineering

ENV Environmental Engineering and Science

MEC Mechanical Engineering

URB Urban Planning

TYPOLOGY-BASED

CO Construction

HC Health Care

IN Infrastructure

DP Districts & Parks

OP Operation

RW Railways

SP Sports

GSAS-CO

GSAS-HC

GSAS-IN

GSAS-DP

GSAS-OP

GSAS-RW

GSAS-SP

GSAS-ACO

GSAS-ARC

GSAS-CIV

GSAS-ELE

GSAS-ENV

GSAS-MEC

GSAS-URB


CPD Recognised Activities & CEU’sCODE ACTIVITY Allocated CEU’s

[01] CGP - PM Role for Type A Project 60

[02] CGP - PM Role for Type B Project 30

[03] GORD Research Project Participation 20

[04] CGP - PM Role for Type C Project 15

[05] GORD / GSAS Committee 10

[06] GSAS Energy Assessment 10

[07] GSAS Water Assessment 6

[08] GSAS Criteria Assessment (Any) 4

[09] GORD Exhibition / Conference / Forum 4

[10] GSAS Vxx - CGP Refresher Course 2

[11] GORD Academy Online Training 2

[12] GSAS Sponsored Seminar / Workshop 2

[13] GSAS Discipline-Based Course 2

[14] GSAS Typology-Based Course 2

[15] Associate CGP Training Course 2

[16] Technical Seminar / Conference / Workshop 1

[17] Corporate In-House Training Workshop 1

[18] Management / Softskills Training Workshop 1

[19] Professional Institutions Formal Engagement 1


AssociateLEVEL

Green Card

PRACTITIONERCertificate

LEVEL

LICENTIATELEVEL

Diploma

FELLOWLEVEL

Advanced Diploma

• 4 CEUs from GSAS / GORD Activities Codes [05] - [09] - [11] - [12]

• 2 CEUs from GSAS Vxx Refresher Course Code [10]

• 8 CEUs from GSAS Criteria Assessments Codes [06] - [07] - [08]

• 4 CEUs from GSAS / GORD Activities Codes [05] - [09] - [11] - [12]

• 2 CEUs from GSAS Vxx Refresher Course Code [10]

Lifetime Membership(No Renewal Requisites)

Qualifications Maintenance Requisites (All Levels)


LEVEL 1

Associate

• Attend GSAS-CGP Workshop

• Pass CGP Online Exam

FROM LEVEL 1 TO LEVEL 2

LEVEL 2

PRACTITIONER

• Must obtained:

- 30 CEUs - Codes [02] ; [04]

- 20 CEUs - Other Activities

- 10 CEUs - Code [05]

- 02 CEUs - Code [13]

- 02 CEUs - Code [14]

• Paid Progression Application Fee of QR 2,000


LEVEL 3

LICENTIATE

• Must obtained:

• 60 CEUs - Codes [01] ; [02]

• 20 CEUs - Other Activities

• 20 CEUs - Codes [06] ; [07] ; [08]

• 10 CEUs - Code [05]

• 02 CEUs - Code [13]

• 02 CEUs - Code [14]

• Paid Progression Application Fee of QR 2,000


LEVEL 4

FELLOW

Academy Levels Progression Requisites


GORD Academy is a leading, high-quality training provider center of excellence. GORD Academy offers memberships and certification programs, which are designed to meet the skill enhancement needs of the professionals working in the construction industry.


GORD Institute

GORD Institute is the research hub of the organisation, established to advance human knowledge and investigate new approaches to achieve enhanced sustainability in the built environment. The centre runs scientific research programs unilaterally as well as in partnerships with local and international organisations.

The institute promotes collaborative interdisciplinary research across various interconnected fields of study such as architecture, civil engineering and construction, electrical engineering, material science, interior design, environmental psychology and behavioural science.

Energy TechnologyUrban

Planning

Materials ArchitectureIndoor

Environment

WaterManagement &

OperationCodes &Policies

Built-Environment Research Directions


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Documents

GSAS Overview 07 for Web