Next Generation Learning & Skills category
RMIT University’s Sustainable Building Design (SBD) skill sets were developed to bridge skills gaps in sustainable design, construction, and operation across the built environment sector. Supported by the Victorian Government’s Clean Economy Workforce Capacity Building Fund, the program delivers three intensive short courses through a blend of in-person workshops, site visits, and online learning. The curriculum was co-designed with industry experts and has equipped learners—from students to seasoned professionals—with practical, future-ready sustainability skills aligned to SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities.
Environmental and Social Benefits
- Delivered practical sustainability training through three accredited skill sets, increasing capacity across sectors to meet net zero goals.
- Provided hands-on, real-world learning experiences through site visits and expert-led sessions, increasing student engagement and retention.
- Supported career advancement by boosting employability and enabling professionals to command higher salaries in the green economy.
Leadership and Engagement
- Collaborated with a diverse Industry Advisory Group, including architects, engineers, academics, and tradespeople, to co-develop course content.
- Fostered interdisciplinary collaboration across RMIT faculties and the new Centre for Regenerative Futures, embedding vocational education in broader institutional strategies.
- Actively promoted the initiative through summits, guest lectures, and the Sustainability Committee, further amplifying sector-wide influence.
Wider Societal Impact
- Empowered professionals to integrate sustainability into their work, reducing emissions and resource use across the construction lifecycle.
- Supported the development of a green-skilled workforce that can meet rising demand for sustainable urban development.
- Strengthened community wellbeing by promoting healthy, resilient, and environmentally responsible built environments.
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Next Generation Learning & Skills
Next Generation Learning & Skills
Next Generation Learning & Skills category
RMIT University’s Sustainable Building Design (SBD) skill sets were developed to bridge skills gaps in sustainable design, construction, and operation across the built environment sector. Supported by the Victorian Government’s Clean Economy Workforce Capacity Building Fund, the program delivers three intensive short courses through a blend of in-person workshops, site visits, and online learning. The curriculum was co-designed with industry experts and has equipped learners—from students to seasoned professionals—with practical, future-ready sustainability skills aligned to SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities.
Top 3 learnings
Environmental and Social Benefits
- Delivered practical sustainability training through three accredited skill sets, increasing capacity across sectors to meet net zero goals.
- Provided hands-on, real-world learning experiences through site visits and expert-led sessions, increasing student engagement and retention.
- Supported career advancement by boosting employability and enabling professionals to command higher salaries in the green economy.
Leadership and Engagement
- Collaborated with a diverse Industry Advisory Group, including architects, engineers, academics, and tradespeople, to co-develop course content.
- Fostered interdisciplinary collaboration across RMIT faculties and the new Centre for Regenerative Futures, embedding vocational education in broader institutional strategies.
- Actively promoted the initiative through summits, guest lectures, and the Sustainability Committee, further amplifying sector-wide influence.
Wider Societal Impact
- Empowered professionals to integrate sustainability into their work, reducing emissions and resource use across the construction lifecycle.
- Supported the development of a green-skilled workforce that can meet rising demand for sustainable urban development.
- Strengthened community wellbeing by promoting healthy, resilient, and environmentally responsible built environments.
Supported by
Category finalists
Next Generation Learning & Skills
Next Generation Learning & Skills
Next Generation Learning & Skills
Next Generation Learning & Skills
Next Generation Learning & Skills
Next Generation Learning & Skills
