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Associate yourself with RoGBC, the premier organization in Romania that promotes green building through private sector methods with government initiatives and strategies. RoGBC MEMBERS Pioneers of sustainable development in Romania. Professionals, experts, companies and organizations with whom we share common goals. Platinum Members Gold Members Silver Members General Members Membri Fondatori Transilvania Membri Fondatori Moldova Media Partners Parteneri Strategici Founding Members

The RecoverIND project (Ecological and Innovative Technologies for recovering industrial areas from LCA and Energy Efficiency point of view) is funded by the Erasmus+ program and aims to deepen the interconnection between energy efficiency, Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), and the use of advanced technologies for building design and rehabilitation of the construction sector. SMARTER4EU We are pleased to announce the successful launch of the next phase of our SMARTER Finance for Families initiative. The SMARTER4EU project is supported by the LIFE Clean Energy Transition programme of the European Commission’s Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA). The project significantly expands support to the existing consortium of 29 organizations across 21 countries and welcomes Green Building Council España and ADENE, the national energy agency for Portugal, as implementing partners for their respective countries. SMARTER4EU will catalyze the inclusion of over 100 billion Euros of residential projects across Europe that meet or exceed the EU Taxonomy for Sustainable Activities’ definition of green finance and utilize the Level(s) framework and CEN standards to ensure credible environmental performance and strong governance. You can find more details about the program by accessing the dedicated website: SmarterFinance4.EU DETAILS Partners

The Romania Green Building Council (RoGBC) has created a training program for green building professionals working in construction and related industries toward a sustainable built environment. TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION Training and Certification Program GREEN BUILDING PROFESSIONAL The Romania Green Building Council (RoGBC) has initiated the certification and training program to increase the degree of competence in the field of green constructions of those who work in the field of construction and related fields and who want to be actively involved in the sustainable transformation of the built environment. What is the Green Building Professional Training and Certification Program? The program is specifically designed to provide training across various specialized fields, recognizing that successful implementation of green building projects relies on collaboration among experts from diverse disciplines. The courses include both theoretical content and case studies delivered by industry professionals active at both national and international levels. The GBPro program comprises ten essential courses for certification, eight of which are mandatory, while two can be selected from a range of optional modules. These courses are regularly updated to reflect trainer availability and address emerging trends in the green building industry. The curriculum covers topics such as energy efficiency, innovative materials, and the implementation of green building policies. With tailored financial options, RoGBC ensures the program is accessible to all those committed to achieving excellence in sustainability. Who is this program for? The program is tailored for professionals passionate about sustainability who strive to transform the construction industry. It caters to architects, engineers, real estate developers, managers involved in designing or implementing sustainable solutions, and students aspiring to build careers in green construction. It is also an excellent choice for consultants seeking to integrate sustainability principles into their projects, government officials shaping environmental policies, and researchers driving innovation in construction. Through this program, participants gain practical skills and access the resources needed to make a meaningful and lasting impact in the construction sector. Green Building Professional Courses NOTE: Participants in this program may receive credits for an optional course conducted with licensed trainers in certified programs, offered by the boards of the World Green Building Council. For example, these include LEED, BREEAM, DGNB, etc. courses. Interested persons are asked to contact the RoGBC headquarters for pre-approval. * Optional courses can be updated according to the needs of our partners and projects. SIGN UP Find out more about courses, trainers, the schedule and sign up! PARTICIPATION Participate in courses, either live or online, take notes and learn from specialists in the field EXAMINATION After completing all the courses, you will be examined and you will receive the graduate diploma CERTIFICATION Moreover, you can apply what you have learned and become an independent Green Homes evaluator Find out more about the Green Homes Certification Discover the Benefits of the Green Building Professional Program Green Building Professional is more than a training program – it’s an opportunity to advance your career and contribute to a sustainable future. You gain a competitive edge in the green building sector by earning a certification recognised both nationally and internationally. You grow professionally , deepen your knowledge, learn to apply practical solutions, and stay updated on the latest trends in green buildings. You have the opportunity to network with other course participants. You actively promote sustainable practices and contribute to the transformation of the green building industry , thus supporting the sustainable development of construction. It brings you closer to the opportunity of becoming a certified Green Homes independent auditor. Green Building Professional Program Costs Sign up and build a sustainable future! Registration form Please fill in the registration form! Name Last Name E-mail Phone Number Year of Birth: How did you find out about the Green Building Professionals courses? Company Job Title Choose the option that suits you * Required RoGBC member - Individual course (100 Euro) RoGBC member - Package of 10 courses (500 Euro) Non-member RoGBC - Individual course (150 Euro) Non-member RoGBC - Package of 10 courses (1000 Euro) Student - Individual course (30 Euro) Student - Package of 10 courses (200 Euro) What would you like to tell us? Send Thanks for submitting! Upcoming Events Multiple Dates Tue, Sep 08 Sustainable Materials and Resources 2025 / Webinar RSVP Sep 08, 2026, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM GMT+3 Webinar This course will be held in English. It is a mandatory course for those who want to obtain the "Green Building Professional" certificate. Share Fri, Sep 25 Sustainable Principles of Architectural Design 2025 / Webinar RSVP Sep 25, 2026, 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM GMT+3 Webinar This course is a mandatory course for those who wish to obtain the "Green Building Professional" certificate. Share Thu, Oct 01 Financial Considerations of Green Buildings 2024 / Webinar RSVP Oct 01, 2026, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM GMT+3 Webinar This course is mandatory for those who want to obtain the "Green Building Professional" accreditation. Share Wed, Oct 07 The Design of Lighting Solutions and Smart Buildings 2025 / Webinar RSVP Oct 07, 2026, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM GMT+3 Webinar This course is mandatory for those who wish to obtain the "Green Building Professional" certificate. A three-hour course on sustainable lighting solutions and their integration within Building Management Systems to generate high performance. Share Wed, Oct 28 Zero Waste Creative Mapping in the Context of the Circular Economy 2025 / Webinar RSVP Oct 28, 2026, 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM GMT+2 Webinar This course is optional for those who wish to obtain the "Green Building Professional" certificate. Share Thu, Nov 12 Health and Indoor Air Quality in Green Buildings 2024 / Webinar RSVP Nov 12, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM GMT+2 Webinar This course is optional for those who wish to obtain the "Green Building Professional" accreditation. Share Thu, Nov 26 Green Building Project Management 2025 / Webinar RSVP Nov 26, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM GMT+2 Webinar This course is mandatory for those who wish to obtain the "Green Building Professional" certificate. Share

Romania Green Building Council (RoGBC) facilitates the implementation of high-performing green construction, and the availability of the most up-to-date and highest quality training to create the necessary pool of national green building experts, develops and implements a national green building standard and certification system. Green Homes Benefits Save, protect the environment and live healthier. Discover how Green Homes Certification makes a difference, on the official Green Homes page. DETAILS Our mission Environmental responsibility More > Education Training platform with specialists More > Certification Green Homes / Green Mortgage Program More > GREEN HOMES GREEN MORTGAGE certification program created by us for the Romanian residential sector DETAILS "We are optimistic about the future and RoGBC has a significant contribution to the sustainable development of the built sector in Romania" Andrei Botiș, President of RoGBC COURSES AND EVENTS Thu, Apr 23 Masă Rotundă SMAFIN EXPANDED / București Register here! Apr 23, 2026, 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM București, Hotel Marshal, Calea Dorobanți 50B, București 010574, România A treia Masă Rotundă în România, eveniment ce continuă seria de întâlniri dedicate dialogului constructiv dintre actorii-cheie din domeniul eficienței energetice și al tranziției verzi. Share Tue, Apr 28 BUILD ’n GREEN 2026 / Vienna Register here! Apr 28, 2026, 8:00 AM – Apr 29, 2026, 1:00 PM Vienna, Vienna, Austria Share Tue, May 26 TopHotel Awards 2026 / Hotel JW Marriott, București Register here! May 26, 2026, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Hotel JW Marriott, București, Calea 13 Septembrie 90, București 050726, România TopHotel Awards revine cu o noua editie in 2026, pe 26 mai, la Hotel JW Marriott Bucuresti. Share Multiple Dates Tue, Sep 08 Sustainable Materials and Resources 2025 / Webinar Register here! Sep 08, 2026, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM GMT+3 Webinar This course will be held in English. It is a mandatory course for those who want to obtain the "Green Building Professional" certificate. Share Fri, Sep 25 Sustainable Principles of Architectural Design 2025 / Webinar Register here! Sep 25, 2026, 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM GMT+3 Webinar This course is a mandatory course for those who wish to obtain the "Green Building Professional" certificate. Share Thu, Oct 01 Financial Considerations of Green Buildings 2024 / Webinar Register here! Oct 01, 2026, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM GMT+3 Webinar This course is mandatory for those who want to obtain the "Green Building Professional" accreditation. Share Wed, Oct 07 The Design of Lighting Solutions and Smart Buildings 2025 / Webinar Register here! Oct 07, 2026, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM GMT+3 Webinar This course is mandatory for those who wish to obtain the "Green Building Professional" certificate. A three-hour course on sustainable lighting solutions and their integration within Building Management Systems to generate high performance. Share Wed, Oct 28 Zero Waste Creative Mapping in the Context of the Circular Economy 2025 / Webinar Register here! Oct 28, 2026, 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM GMT+2 Webinar This course is optional for those who wish to obtain the "Green Building Professional" certificate. Share Thu, Nov 12 Health and Indoor Air Quality in Green Buildings 2024 / Webinar Register here! Nov 12, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM GMT+2 Webinar This course is optional for those who wish to obtain the "Green Building Professional" accreditation. Share Multiple Dates Fri, Nov 20 Grup de Lucru nZEB - Nearly Zero Energy Building / Webinar Register here! Nov 20, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM Webinar Construim mai eficient în context NZEB Share Thu, Nov 26 Green Building Project Management 2025 / Webinar Register here! Nov 26, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM GMT+2 Webinar This course is mandatory for those who wish to obtain the "Green Building Professional" certificate. Share ROGBC MEMBERS PLATINUM GOLD SILVER SEE ALL MEMBERS

SMARTER Finance for Families is a Horizon 2020 project to implement ambitious yet practical Green Homes & Green Mortgage programs in Romania and other 11 European countries. Green Cafe A Hub for Sustainable Discussions The Green Cafe , organized by RoGBC , is a recurring event where thought leaders and professionals from various industries gather to share ideas about sustainability. Held regularly, these events bring together experts from sectors such as construction, energy, and environmental management to explore innovations, exchange ideas, and shape sustainable solutions. Green Cafe is a key initiative by RoGBC, designed to foster dialogue and collaboration for a greener future. Fostering Cross-Industry Collaboration for a Sustainable Future The primary objective of RoGBC’s Green Cafe is to create an open forum where sustainability takes center stage. It is designed to foster collaboration between specialists from diverse fields—architecture, construction, energy, materials science, and environmental protection, among others. These cross-industry discussions allow participants to tackle common challenges, share pioneering technologies, and develop strategies that can lead to a greener, more sustainable economy. Each Green Cafe session centers around innovations in sustainable products, processes, and practices, while also encouraging participants to brainstorm solutions to the complex environmental issues that face both Romania and the global community. The importance of sustainable construction, reducing carbon footprints, green energy solutions, and waste management systems are frequent topics, reflecting the urgency of addressing climate change. A unique aspect of this event is its informal yet insightful atmosphere, enabling participants to break free from the limitations of their individual sectors and think about sustainability from a holistic perspective. Whether through detailed presentations or spontaneous conversations, the Green Cafe is where new ideas are born, developed, and transformed into real-world solutions. Networking, Knowledge Sharing, and More One of the most significant benefits of attending RoGBC’s Green Cafe is the opportunity for networking with like-minded professionals who are similarly committed to sustainable development. The informal setting encourages open dialogue, facilitating valuable exchanges of knowledge that often extend well beyond the event itself. Professionals from various industries share their expertise, practical experiences, and innovative approaches to sustainability. Whether discussing the latest technologies for reducing energy consumption or brainstorming ideas to improve waste management, participants gain critical insights that help advance sustainable practices in their respective fields. For businesses, the Green Cafe offers a valuable platform to present their sustainability efforts, learn about cutting-edge trends, and collaborate with other industry leaders. These discussions help organizations stay at the forefront of the green movement, allowing them to adapt and implement new strategies that align with evolving sustainability goals. By gathering experts from different sectors under one roof, the event fosters a collaborative environment where new partnerships can emerge, driving progress and innovation in sustainability. This exchange of knowledge and ideas is critical to advancing green practices and creating long-lasting impact. Driving Sustainable Change Together The RoGBC Green Cafe continues to play an essential role in fostering collaboration and inspiring innovative solutions for sustainability. The latest event, held on September 12 at Ancora - Fish & Seafood Restaurant, highlighted the importance of cross-industry dialogue in advancing Romania’s green building and sustainability efforts. With regular meetings, the Green Cafe remains a valuable space for professionals to connect and drive positive environmental impact.

SMARTER Finance for Families is a Horizon 2020 project to implement ambitious yet practical Green Homes & Green Mortgage programs in Romania and other 11 European countries. SMARTER Finance For Families Improving the well-being of European citizens by providing opportunities for the financial and construction sectors to create green housing. Green financing is an important and developing trend aimed at increasing investment in environmentally and socially responsible projects while reducing the financial risk associated with loans for these projects. This concept creates a huge opportunity to positively transform the health and environmental performance, quality, comfort, and financial viability of new and existing homes in Europe. SMARTER Finance for Families is a European Horizon 2020 project that aims to implement a series of ambitious and practical Green Homes & Green Mortgage programs in 12 European countries, with the participation and collaboration of 17 experts in green building, sustainable energy, research, and other organizations. Organizations from Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Georgia, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Turkey, and Ukraine are participating in this complex project. The project uses comprehensive certifications for Green Homes to evaluate and recognize top-performing residential projects that incorporate sustainable construction principles. Evidence from financial and technical modeling has shown that investments in energy efficiency and other green building attributes for homes: Improves the quality of housing Reduces the total monthly cost of ownership for the homeowner Helps increase sales prices for the project developer/investor Substantially reduce the financial risk for the financial institution offering the mortgage The existing program includes over 44 projects, representing 10,000 certified or in-process housing units. “Through the SMARTER Finance for Families project, we bring an innovative and systemic solution to a systemic problem. We are creating significant opportunities for the financial sector and construction to deliver the green performance we need for Europe's citizens and their homes." - Steven Borncamp, Project Director, SMARTER RELEVANT STAKEHOLDERS In addition to improving the lives of citizens, the program addresses the needs of residential project developers, financial institutions that offer residential mortgages, institutional investors, and companies that provide services, products, materials, technologies, and other solutions that contribute to the construction and proper functioning of the greenest and high-performance residential projects. Representatives of national and local governments and associations promoting environmental, energy efficiency, and/or better housing are invited to learn more about how this program facilitates the improvement of building standards. This is relevant both for those in the participating countries and for those interested in learning about bringing this initiative to their internal market. Partners You can find more details about the program by accessing the dedicated website. DETAILS

The RecoverIND project (Ecological and Innovative Technologies for recovering industrial areas from LCA and Energy Efficiency point of view) is funded by the Erasmus+ program and aims to deepen the interconnection between energy efficiency, Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), and the use of advanced technologies for building design and rehabilitation of the construction sector. MULTICARE Project Project MULTICARE is a visionary initiative aimed at revolutionizing the resilience of existing buildings. In this project, buildings are conceived not merely as bricks and mortar, but as dynamic ecosystems capable of meeting any challenge. The goal is to achieve this in a cost-effective, timely, and environmentally sustainable manner. The project also addresses the impact of climate change on structures, including earthquakes, floods that challenge foundations, and heat waves that stress building capacities. Resilience in the MULTICARE project encompasses technical, social, economic, and environmental dimensions. It aims to develop solutions that are not only technically robust but also socially and economically viable, with minimal environmental impact. The project focuses on three main solutions: 1. The digital solution: Developing digital platforms and services to enhance multi-hazard resilience assessment and design. Implementing interoperable digital solutions for real-time monitoring, well-being improvement, and resilience management. Establishing a decision support framework to quantify multi-hazard resilience of buildings and potential losses from extreme events. 2. The physical solution: Designing resilient, low-carbon solutions capable of addressing various contextual hazards and building needs. Providing multifunctional low-carbon modules (facades, structure, foundation) to enhance resilience and climate adaptability sustainably. 3. The integrated solution: Developing a resilience-based participatory design system and user-oriented guidelines for inclusive adaptation strategies. Project Coordinators: Marc Boonstra Simona Bianchi Partners You can find more details about the program by accessing the dedicated website. DETAILS

RoGBC facilitates the dialogue between the construction and related sectors and government to create a regulatory framework that fosters the development of a sustainable built environment, works with government, industry, and all concerned to remove barriers to adoption of sustainable building products, technologies, and practices. PROJECTS Projects and initiatives with international collaboration in which we are involved or which we coordinate. These include Horizon2020, Erasmus + or Intelligent Energy Europe projects. We are externally active and openly cooperate with other Green Building Councils in Europe, Asia, Africa, Central America and Latin America. AFCOS European Project AFCOS aligns with the ambitions of the EU Green Deal, emphasizing sustainable practices. Stakeholders can look forward to advancements in low-carbon cement and other sustainable building materials, contributing to environmental conservation. DETAILS MULTICARE European Project A visionary project aimed at revolutionizing the resilience of our existing buildings, where structures are not just bricks and mortar but dynamic ecosystems equipped to face any challenge, all while being cost-effective, timely, and environmentally sustainable. DETAILS REN + Homes European Project The REN+HOMES project aims to improve and select key technologies (KT) at affordable prices while developing highly replicable technology packages (TP) for Positive Energy Buildings (PEB). These advancements will contribute to the widespread adoption of PEBs and support the EU's sustainability goals. DETAILS SMAFIN Expanded H2020 Project SMAFIN Expanded aims to create a comprehensive roundtable methodology to enable smart financing of large-scale, deep energy efficiency renovations, primarily in buildings, involving stakeholders from the political, financial, public, business, and academic sectors. The SMAFIN Expanded LIFE project began its journey in October 2023. DETAILS SMARTER 4EU European Project The SMARTER initiative is dedicated to driving the change the world needs in the development of finance and credible green certification for homes. As of November 2022, SMARTER has unlocked finance and green home certification for over 31,000 new homes across Europe. DETAILS

UrbanBIM aims to improve the quality of training systems by creating innovative tools. Designed for specialists in the fields of architecture, engineering, and construction, the project aims to increase responsibility for the rational use of energy and natural resources, with the final result being applied to the field of construction in general, rehabilitation/restoration, or urban planning. URBAN BIM The UrbanBIM initiative, a project funded by the Erasmus+ program, aims to improve the quality of training systems by creating innovative tools. Targeted at professionals in the fields of architecture, engineering, and construction, the project intends to increase responsibility for the rational use of energy and natural resources, with the final result being applicable to the construction sector in general, as well as to rehabilitation/restoration or urban planning. The partners involved are Transilvania University of Brașov (UTB), which is the initiator and leader of the project; the Romania Green Building Council (RoGBC); Universidad de Sevilla (US) – Spain; Asociación Empresarial de Investigación Centro Tecnológico del Mármol, Piedra y Materiales (CTM) – Spain; Warsaw University of Technology (WUT) – Poland; and DATACOMP SP. Z O.O. – Poland. The first official meeting of the partners took place in Bucharest on November 27, 2018, at the RoGBC headquarters, where all the necessary aspects for the start of the project were established. DETAILS

From Green Building Professional training to conferences, webinars, roundtables, see below the list of all our upcoming events of Romania Green Building Council. EVENTS April 2026 Astăzi Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun 30 31 10:00 AM Green Building Project Management 2025 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 8:30 AM Masă Rotundă SMAFIN EXPANDED 24 25 26 27 28 Day (1/2) BUILD ’n GREEN 2026 29 Day (2/2) BUILD ’n GREEN 2026 30 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Sign up for Training & Certification Program Green Building Professional DETAILS

CoME EASY is a project funded by the Horizon 2020 research and innovation program that aims to promote, facilitate, support, and extend the engagement of local public authorities on their pathway towards sustainable and responsible energy and climate policy according to EU targets. CoME EASY CoME EASY is a project funded by the European Union's Horizon 2020 research and innovation program, which aims to promote, facilitate, support and extend the commitment of local public authorities to a sustainable and responsible energy and climate policy, in line with EU objectives. . CoME EASY provides a comprehensive, efficient and easy-to-apply support toolkit that paves the way for local authorities to unite and synthesize the advantages, strengths and unique features of internationally recognized energy management and climate policy approaches. and national. The requirements of initiatives such as the Covenant of Mayors (CoM), the European Energy Awards (EEA), ISO, Smart City will be regulated and harmonized to strengthen municipal commitment to EU objectives and increase synergies. Through project support tools, municipalities can achieve better results with less effort and to improve their energy efficiency and climate policy at the local level. The project is being developed by 13 partners from seven countries: Spes Consulting (Italy), Ademe (France), Austrian Energy Agency, Enco Energy Consulting AG (Switzerland), B. & SU mbH (Germany), KlimaHaus Agentur (Italy), MT Partenaires Engineering (France), The European Energy Award (Switzerland), myenergy (Luxembourg), the Romanian Council for Green Buildings (Romania), Energieinstitut Vorarlberg (Austria), WIENFLUSS (Austria) and the Réidener Kanton Intercommunal Union (Luxembourg). More details can be found on the project page below. DETAILS

Associate yourself with RoGBC, the premier organization in Romania that promotes green building through private sector methods with government initiatives and strategies. BECOME A RoGBC MEMBER Member benefits Our goal is to make the built environment in Romania more sustainable and more efficient in terms of resource consumption and environmental impact. We are looking for companies and professionals with whom we share the same vision, together with whom we can fulfill our objectives and contribute to the sustainable development of Romania. Be one of them and benefit from the following: ENVIRONMENTAL LEADERSHIP You become a leader in your sector in terms of orientation towards environmental protection by associating with us NETWORKING We connect you with professionals, experts and companies in your field, with whom you can establish business relationships ACCESS THE RESOURCE You have access to important resources such as legislative documents, studies on sustainability certifications and others ACTIVE PARTICIPATION For RoGBC projects, working groups, legislative proposals and elaboration of the organization's strategy POWER OF THE COMMUNITY Where there are many power increases and change happens much easier How to become a member The process is carried out in 3 simple steps Fill in the membership commitment statement Download Complete the application for membership in 2 copies Download Send signed documents via email to elena.rastei@rogbc.org & info@rogbc.org (cc)