The U.S. Green Building Council is a 501(c)(3) non-profit community of leaders working to make green buildings available to everyone within a generation.
LEED Accredited Professionals (LEED APs) are building industry professionals who have demonstrated a thorough understanding of green building and the LEED® Green Building Rating System™. The LEED AP credential indicates that the professional has the knowledge and skills to facilitate the LEED certification process.
Green Building Certification Institute
The Green Building Certification Institute (GBCI) was established as a separately incorporated entity with the support of the U.S. Green Building Council. GBCI administers credentialing programs related to green building practice. These programs support the application of proven strategies for increasing and measuring the performance of buildings and communities as defined by industry systems such as the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED®) Green Building Rating Systems™.
Why Build Green?
Higher Resale value
Immediate Savings
Measurable Results
Green Buildings Save:
30-50% of Energy
35% of Carbon emissions
40% of Water
70% of Solid Waste
Green Checklist for our Homes
Location: environmently friendly sites
Size: sustainable homes have a smaller footprint
Design: orientation, passive solar
Green Materials: non-toxic, renewable, recycled
Insulation: formaldehyde free, high R Factor
Windows & Doors: Energy Star ratings, tightly sealed
Energy Efficiency: lighting, heating & cooling, hot water systems
Water Efficiency: rainwater harvesting, water efficient fixtures