Building Certifications for Sustainable Design
Discover GBI's building certifications that help projects meet sustainability goals and demonstrate environmental performance. Learn how to certify your building today.
Green building certifications : The undeniable hallmark of healthy and sustainable buildings , setting the gold standard above conventional buildings . Certifications like WELL, LEED, BREEAM, MyCrest, and GreenRE contribute to a greener and healthier future while increasing the value of your real estate.
Top Green Building Certifications
Discover the top green building certifications , including LEED, for sustainable and eco-friendly structures. Learn about widely used green building certification programs.
Assess, build and design green and net zero buildings , achieve building certifications , and execute end-to-end sustainable projects.
LEED professional credentials
To earn a LEED AP with specialty, candidates must first pass the LEED Green Associate exam. The exams measure knowledge about green building , a specific LEED rating system and the certification process and are ideal for individuals who are actively working on green building and LEED projects.
Green Globes® is a science-based whole building certification system that evaluates the environmental sustainability, health & wellness, and resilience of all types of commercial real estate through a formal, third-party assessment process.
Overview of Green Building Certifications
U.S. Green Building Council USGBC accelerates and scales the transformation of the built environment. The evolution of LEED through LEED v5 sets a new standard for sustainable building , pushes boundaries, and creates efficient and extraordinary spaces.
Explore the NGBS Green Certified Homes program and its green building certification levels, promoting sustainability and performance in residential construction.
Green Building Certification Programs
Green building certification programs have become essential frameworks for construction professionals committed to sustainable development. From LEED platinum landmarks to Energy Star certified homes and passive house projects, these programs provide rigorous standards for designing, constructing, and verifying high-performance buildings that consume fewer resources and provide healthier ...
Green building certification systems rate or reward relative levels of compliance or performance with specific environmental goals and requirements. Learn about their benefits and federal agency guidance.