Be the professional
that clients choose first.

Join the Sustainable Builders Alliance and position yourself as a leader in high performance, healthy, low impact homes, Australia's fastest growing segment of residential construction.

Become a Member for $600/yr +GST
Why Us Women determined and crossing arms
Join 100+ professionals already building their reputation in sustainable homes.
100+
Number of
members
1,000+
Number of
badges awarded
120+
Number of people who've attended an event
50+
Number of CPD
certificates issued

The market is shifting.
Are you positioned for it?

Australian homeowners are increasingly asking their builders, designers and assessors for sustainable, energy-efficient homes. The NCC is tightening. Future focused homes are moving from a nice-to-have to a client expectation.

The professionals who build credibility now will be the ones homeowners seek out. SBA membership is how you get ahead of it.

"Buildings account for 39% of carbon emissions globally. The residential construction industry has a once-in-a-generation opportunity to lead the change."

Membership is built for you if you're a...

Architect or designer

You want to specify the best sustainable materials and design high-performance homes , and be known for it.

Builder

You're ready to build smarter, not just to code, and attract clients who value quality and sustainability.

Engineer

You want to stay ahead of performance standards and be part of a network that's shaping where the industry is heading.

Energy assessor

You want to deepen your expertise and connect with the professionals who need your skills the most.

Qualified Trades

You're an electrician, plumber or carpenter that wants to work on sustainability focused, high performance builds.
Get Found

Your profile in the most trusted Sustainable Building Directory in Australia.

The SBA Directory is where Australian homeowners will go to find verified sustainable building professionals. When they're ready to build or renovate, your profile puts you front and centre.

The more you invest in your expertise , through earning SBA badges , the higher your listing ranks. The directory rewards professionals who keep raising the bar.

View the Directory
prove your expertise

Micro-credentials that mean something, and earn you CPD Points.

SBA Badges are practical, industry-relevant micro-credentials across the key pillars of performance construction; healthy homes; low-impact materials; good design, energy efficient appliance selection; and more.

Each badge you earn improves your directory ranking and contributes to your CPD requirements. It's professional development that works for your business, not just your licence.

Badges are completed online, at your own pace.
stay ahead

Exclusive access to events, factory tours, and a community doing the work.

As a member you get discounted tickets to SBA webinars and in-person events, plus exclusive access to member-only events including factory tours and industry briefings not open to the public.

This is where the best residential construction professionals in Australia come to share knowledge, solve problems, and stay at the forefront of the industry.

save on what you use

Exclusive offers from our trusted industry partners.

SBA members get access to a growing range of perks and discounts from our sponsor partners , tools, products and services hand-picked because they're aligned with best building practice.

Getting started takes minutes.

1

Join

Sign up and pay your annual membership fee of $600 + GST. Your membership runs for 12 months from sign-up.
2

Build your profile

Set up your directory listing , your specialisation, location, project types, and what makes your practice different.
3

Earn badges & get discovered

Work through SBA badges to build expertise and move up in the directory rankings. Homeowners will find you.

What ouur members say

"There is tremendous value in architects and builders learning from one another and pooling our knowledge to move beyond bare minimum compliance."

The SBA roadmap to net zero closely aligns with our mission and long-standing approach to practice. The education module badges provide a clear, practical framework for improving performance across energy, carbon and construction outcomes in a way that is measurable and accountable.
Qutaibah Al-Atafi
Circularity Lead & Senior Architect, Breathe Architecture

"I've learned a lot about sustainable building and how to create longer-lasting homes with a smaller carbon footprint."

I joined the SBA because I think the construction industry can do a lot more for the environment. Since joining, the education has been practical and directly applicable to how I build.
Matthew
Pache Built

"There is tremendous value in architects and builders learning from one another and pooling our knowledge to move beyond bare minimum compliance."

The SBA roadmap to net zero closely aligns with our mission and long-standing approach to practice. The education module badges provide a clear, practical framework for improving performance across energy, carbon and construction outcomes in a way that is measurable and accountable.
MOA.Studio
Architecture & Design

One membership.
everything included.

$600
+GST per year
Verified listing in the SBA Sustainable Building Directory
Full access to SBA Badges & micro-credentials
CPD points for every badge completed
Discounted event tickets
Exclusive member-only events and factory tours
Member perks from SBA sponsor partners
Recognition as a verified SBA member
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Annual membership. See FAQs below

Common questions

Who is SBA membership for?

Membership is open to Australian residential construction and design professionals , including architects, designers, builders, engineers, energy assessors and other trades working on Class 1 & 2 dwellings.

How does the directory ranking work?

All members get a directory listing. The more SBA Badges you complete, the higher your profile ranks in search results , rewarding professionals who are actively developing their sustainable building expertise.

Can I earn CPD points through SBA?

Yes. Each SBA Badge you complete contributes CPD points toward your professional development requirements.

What are the member perks?

Members get access to exclusive discounts and offers from SBA's sponsor partners , products and services relevant to sustainable building practice.

I'm interstate, is SBA relevant to me?

Absolutely. Our directory, badges, events and resources are available to professionals across Australia. We're actively growing our interstate presence.
Still have Questions? - Contact Us

A better building industry is growing. Your place in it starts here.

Become a Member for $600/yr +GST
Why Us Women determined and crossing arms
Join 100+ professionals already building their reputation in sustainable homes.