USGBC's “Fifty for Fifty” initiative will engage state legislators in every state to develop green schools caucuses. The initiative will provide them with information and developments in green building, and opportunities to network, form local partnerships, and present best practices and successes in regional and national forums. » Learn More
This reference guide provides an overview for each credit category, recommended operational strategies and technologies, calculation methods and formulas, resources, definitions, and case studies. The Introduction can be downloaded for free and contains information on recertification, performance period, exemplary performance, multi-tenant issues, and more. » Learn More
Interested in shaping the future of USGBC? The 2009 Board of Directors has open seats in the following Member Communities: Energy Services; Finance/Surety and Corporate Real Estate; and Production Home Builder. Self-nominations may be submitted August 15 through September 14, 2008. » Learn More
The LEED for Retail: Commercial Interiors pilot rating system will be open for its first round of public commenting August 15 through September 12 at midnight PDT. This rating system recognizes the unique nature of the retail environment and addresses the different types of spaces that retailers need. » Learn More
USGBC has opened public comment on credit language revisions to how LEED awards points for the use of certified wood. Under the proposed revisions, wood certification systems would be evaluated for eligibility to earn points towards LEED certification against a measurable benchmark, known as the USGBC Forest Certification System Benchmark. » Learn More
As administration of the LEED certification process moves to the Green Building Certification Institute in January 2009, the selected certification bodies will help deliver a substantially improved, ISO-compliant certification process. » Learn More