CPD-Certified Education in Healthy Building Design & Construction

Australia’s Foremost Healthy Home Expert - Internationally Trained, Ethically Grounded, Practically Experienced

Annie Scog’s journey into Building Biology began with a deeply personal wake-up call. When one of her pets developed endocrine cancer, Annie was determined to find the cause. Her research pointed to a common but often overlooked culprit, PVC flooring in her home. That discovery sparked a life-changing investigation into the materials we surround ourselves with and the invisible ways they affect our health.

What she uncovered was both confronting and transformative: the very homes we design to feel safe can contain toxins that make us sick. That realisation set Annie on a global path of rigorous study, hands-on fieldwork, and relentless advocacy to redefine what healthy building really means.

Internationally Certified Across Three Leading Institutions

Annie is one of the most comprehensively trained Building Biologists working today. Her formal education spans:

• The Advanced Diploma of Building Biology (Australia’s only government-accredited program - ACES)

• The BBNC New Build Consultant certification from the Building Biology Institute (USA)

• Ongoing training with the Institute of Building Biology + Sustainability (IBN) in Germany

This tri-continental training, paired with Annie’s current fieldwork across homes, job sites, and consulting teams, gives her a rare perspective, rooted in science, grounded in real-world practice.

A Building Biologist is a qualified environmental health professional trained to identify and resolve health hazards in the built environment - homes, schools, workplaces and care facilities. Using a science-backed, holistic approach, Building Biologists assess how design, materials, and construction practices impact human health. This includes issues like mould, moisture, electromagnetic fields (EMFs), indoor air pollutants, allergens and toxic building materials.

Annie holds an Advanced Diploma in Building Biology from the Australian College of Environmental Studies (ACES) - a nationally accredited qualification requiring over 1,800 hours of structured training. This two-year full-time (or four-year part-time) program is the first and only government-recognised course of its kind in Australia, equipping graduates with the practical and scientific skills to assess and improve indoor environmental quality at a professional level.

Certified Building Biologists are trained in:

• Mould and moisture investigations

• Electromagnetic field (EMF) assessments

• Indoor air quality testing (VOCs, particulates, gases)

• Chemical, allergen and dust contaminant assessments

• Healthy material selection and renovation planning

• Remediation guidance based on best practice standards

In addition to her Australian qualification, Annie holds dual international certifications:

• The Building Biology New Build Consultant (BBNC) certification from the Building Biology Institute (USA), involving 350-400 hours of specialised training in building science, moisture control, EMFs and healthy materials for new builds and renovations

• Currently completing the Building Biology Consultant (BBE) certification from the Institut für Baubiologie + Nachhaltigkeit (IBN) in Germany, a rigorous 900-1,000 hour program delivered over 18-24 months, covering 25 in-depth modules on sustainable, health-supportive design and environmental medicine

Together, these global credentials reflect Annie’s deep commitment to creating homes and buildings that support long-term human and ecological health - bridging building science with wellness-driven design.

Annie’s Frameworks and Methodology

Annie’s work combines internationally recognised Building Biology principles with original tools developed to support modern design and construction practice.

As part of her Advanced Diploma in Building Biology through the Australian College of Environmental Studies (ACES), Annie was formally trained in the Building Biology Rating Tool (BBRT). The BBRT provides a structured way of assessing materials based on key Building Biology criteria such as natural origin, toxicity, moisture behaviour and environmental impact.

Within the Healthy Building Materials Essentials (HBME) program, Annie introduces participants to the BBRT as an important foundation for understanding how Building Biology evaluates materials.

Building on this foundation, Annie has developed the Material Health Navigator™, a practical framework designed to help architects, builders and consultants apply healthier materials thinking within real-world design and construction workflows.

While the BBRT explains the principles behind healthier material choices, the Material Health Navigator™ focuses on implementation-supporting professionals with structured methods for product evaluation, documentation and specification.

The combined approach draws on:

• Building Biology material assessment criteria

• The decision-making structure of the Material Health Navigator™

• Ingredient-level transparency tools including HPDs, Declare labels, and Cradle to Cradle

• Systems thinking informed by building science, environmental health and material performance

Together these frameworks create a holistic, implementation-focused methodology that respects the depth of Building Biology while addressing the practical demands faced by today’s design and construction professionals.

Global Alignment. Ethical Practice. Industry Leadership.

Annie is also:

• A paid member and contributor to the Health Product Declaration Collaborative (HPDC)

• A member of the HPDC Global Hazards Technical Subgroup, shaping the future of material hazard assessment

• An advocate for ethical education, ingredient transparency, and cross-industry alignment

• A leader in bringing Building Biology principles into modern, globally relevant frameworks such as the Red List, HPDs and emerging CMF standards

This ensures her students aren’t just learning theory, they’re learning how to apply world-class material health strategies in real projects.

A Multi-Disciplinary Practitioner Across the Full Spectrum of Healthy Building

Annie’s expertise spans far beyond Building Biology. Her credentials include:

• Advanced Diploma of Building Biology, ACES

• Building Biology New Build Consultant, BBI (USA)

• Building Biology Consultant, IBN (Germany), in progress 2026

• Certified Passive House Designer, Smartplus Academy

• WUFI® Certified Consultant, Proclima

• Living Future Accredited Professional

• Fitwel Ambassador

• Electromagnetic Radiation Specialist (EMRS), BBI (USA) - in progress

• Healthier Materials and Sustainable Building Certificate, The New School

• Sustainable Building Materials Certificate, The New School (May 2025)

• Healthy Materials Advocate, Parsons School of Design

• Certificate in Sustainable Design, Boston Architectural Coll

• Certificate IV in Building and Construction, Open Colleges, in progress 2026

• White Card holder (NSW)

This multi-disciplinary foundation allows Annie to bridge the gap between building science, occupant health, aesthetics, performance and practical construction realities.

Accredited. Trusted. CPD-Certified.

Annie is a Silver Refuel Partner with the Australian Institute of Architects (AIA). Her signature program, the Certified Healthy Building , offers:

• 6 CPD points for Australian architects

• Practical training that meets both industry and legal standards

Not all courses are held to this level of scrutiny and Annie wouldn’t have it any other way.

More Than “Low Tox” - A Whole Systems Approach

Annie’s work goes beyond toxicity to address:

• Thermal bridging, condensation and hygrothermal dynamics

• Moisture movement through the building envelope

• Lifecycle thinking, sustainability metrics and materials reuse

• Electromagnetic fields (EMFs), air quality and biophilic design

Her courses integrate building science with Building Biology, offering practical, implementable solutions that improve health, durability and performance.

Driven by Values. Backed by Advocacy.

Annie is also the founder of The Transparency Movement, a campaign advocating for:

• Ingredient-level disclosure in building materials

• Ethical, evidence-based education

• Greater support for women in construction and design

Her work is not just about information, it’s about transformation. Annie believes that when professionals have access to honest, science-backed material data, they can design and build healthier, safer and more transparent spaces for families, for communities and for the planet.

Why It Matters

If you're a professional seeking a course that’s:
✔ Authentically qualified
✔ Ethically developed
✔ CPD-certified
✔ Scientifically robust
✔ Professionally recognised

…then Annie Scog is the educator, advisor, and advocate you want in your corner.

Let’s build a healthier future - together.

Healthy homes shouldn’t be an afterthought they should be the foundation of every new build and renovation.
That’s why I developed The Healthy Home Framework, a science-backed approach to designing and building spaces that prioritise human health, sustainability and performance.

This framework distils the core principles of Building Biology into eight key areas, covering:

• Clean Air - Reducing toxins, VOCs and indoor air pollution

• Moisture Control - Preventing dampness, mould and condensation

• Low-Tox Materials - Choosing safe, chemical-free building products

• Low EMF Exposure - Minimising electromagnetic field stress in homes

• Natural Light & Thermal Comfort - Optimising light, temperature and energy efficiency

• Clean Water - Removing contaminants and ensuring safe drinking water

• Biophilic Design - Integrating natural elements for well-being

• Geopathic Stress-Free Living - Designing homes in harmony with natural energy fields

The Healthy Home Framework provides a clear, actionable roadmap for builders, designers, and homeowners who want to create spaces that don’t just look good, but actively support health and well-being.

• Understand the impact of materials, air quality and design choices

• Integrate The Healthy Home Framework into your projects without overcomplicating the process

• Lead the industry by creating homes that prioritise health alongside sustainability and performance

The future of building is changing - and I’m here to make sure it’s a future that puts health first.

The Healthy Home Framework: Why It Matters