USGBC accelerates and scales transformation of the built environment to minimize climate impacts and enhance the well-being of people, the environment and communities worldwide.

The LEED AP exams measure knowledge about green building, a specific LEED rating system and the certification process. The exam is ideal for individuals who are actively working on green building and ...

LEED for Interior Design and Construction (LEED ID+C) enables project teams, who may not have control over whole building operations, the opportunity to develop indoor spaces that are better for the ...

We accelerate impactful change by equipping practitioners, policymakers, and decision-makers with transformative tools, proven solutions, and data-driven insights to design, construct, operate, and ...

Congratulations on your decision to pursue LEED certification. You’re on your way to impacting and improving the performance of your city or community. This guide will lead you through the process.

LEED Green Raters provide verification services for LEED residential projects and play a critical part in the LEED certification of residential buildings. With tens of thousands of registered projects ...

LEED for Cities and Communities helps local leaders create and operationalize responsible, sustainable and specific plans for natural systems, energy, water, waste, transportation and many other ...

All projects applying for LEED certification must meet a set of minimum program requirements (MPRs) to determine project eligibility for LEED. Minimum program requirements define the types of ...

Green buildings can be part of the solution in the climate crisis. Buildings account for nearly 40% of all greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs), according to Architecture 2030—and high-performing green ...

LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) green homes are transforming the residential market and improving our quality of life. The benefits of green homes go beyond construction and ...