EnviroDevelopment Excellence

A new benchmark in sustainable development

EnviroDevelopment Excellence recognises projects that go beyond — delivering truly exceptional outcomes for people and planet. Created to acknowledge leadership in sustainable design and delivery, it sets a new standard for what’s possible in Australian development.

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Why it matters

Achieving EnviroDevelopment certification already signals a commitment to sustainability. But some projects are designed to go even further, delivering measurable outcomes that push the boundaries of what’s expected.

EnviroDevelopment Excellence recognises those standout projects. It sets a higher benchmark for environmental and community performance, underpinned by robust technical standards and independent assessment.

For developers who want to lead, not follow, Excellence provides a credible path to demonstrate true sustainability leadership.

What makes it different?

EnviroDevelopment Excellence builds on the foundations of existing EnviroDevelopment certification, offering an additional level of recognition for projects that go above and beyond.

What sets it apart is its flexible, credit-based approach, underpinned by a distinct set of technical standards that define Australian best practice in sustainable development. Projects select from a broader set of 20 best practice criteria, creating a tailored certification pathway aligned with their design and ambition.

This structure ensures no two Excellence-certified projects are the same — each one demonstrates a rigorous, independently verified commitment to delivering outstanding environmental and community outcomes.

Download the Technical Standards to explore the 20 criteria, credit system, and certification requirements.

EnviroDevelopment Excellence Technical Standards

EnviroDevelopment Excellence Technical Standards

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Leading the way

A new benchmark needs pioneers. These projects were the first to achieve EnviroDevelopment Excellence — testing the framework, setting the pace, and showing what leadership in sustainable development looks like in practice.

Cliff by Aria

Aria Property Group

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OneOneFive Hamilton Hill

DevelopmentWA

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Moonee Valley Park

Hamton Property Group

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Ready to lead?

EnviroDevelopment Excellence is for developers with a bigger vision — those who aren’t just meeting expectations, but shaping what’s possible.

If your project is setting new standards for sustainability, design, or innovation, Excellence provides a credible, independently verified way to prove it.

Let’s talk about how your project could be recognised.

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