USGBC Urges Senate to Reject Bill Threatening Energy
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) is urging the Senate to reject a proposed budget bill that would eliminate key
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USGBC Releases Green Finance Guidance to Support Sustainable Building Projects
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) has introduced a new member-exclusive resource aimed at assisting stakeholders in navigating green finance
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50L Home Coalition and USGBC-CA Reduce Indoor Water Usage by Over 20% With Whole-Home Approach
The 50 Liter Home Coalition (50L Home) and the U.S. Green Building Council California (USGBC California) – convened by the
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USGBC announces 2024 U.S. Local Market Leadership Award recipients
These prestigious awards recognize projects, people and partners from participating markets across the country for excellence in creating better buildings
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How the IRA and USGBC are Expanding Green Home Building
The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) is beginning to show promising results in its commitment to equity-focused funding, significantly benefiting disadvantaged
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USGBC’s Journey to Support Decarbonization of the Built Environment
The USGBC shares perspectives on building sector sustainability and decarbonization. According to Nareit, today, LEED has become a widely used
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USGBC New York Upstate Announces 2024 Leadership Awards Recipients
The United States Green Building Council is pleased to announce the winners of the 2024 Leadership Awards in Upstate New
Read MoreUSGBC Applauds Final Definition of a Zero Emissions Building
The Biden Administration acknowledges, more than any prior administration, the significant impact buildings have on our lives and the environment.
Read MoreUSGBC Announces 2024 LEED for Cities Leadership Program Cohort
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) has announced the 2024 cohort of 12 cities selected to participate in its LEED
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250 Federal, State and Local Government Leaders Convene at USGBC Hosted Government Summit
On Sept. 26, the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) hosted the Government Summit where nearly 250 federal, state and local
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California’s CEQA overhaul: Fast-tracking housing, halting building standards
Major reforms have been enacted to the California Environmental Quality Act, fast-tracking urban infill housing and other key projects by
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The budget reconciliation bill undermines federal green building policy
A new federal law signed by President Trump repeals several long-standing clean energy tax incentives that supported green building investments,
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LEED + WELL crosswalk updated for LEED v5
The updated LEED + WELL crosswalk now includes one- and two-way achievement options between credits, streamlining dual certification for building
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State Legislative Trends for Spring 2025
State legislatures across the U.S. are advancing policies aimed at enhancing energy efficiency, promoting electrification, and fostering sustainable building practices.
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ENERGY STAR protects billions in energy savings
ENERGY STAR, a highly cost-effective program started under President George H.W. Bush, saves consumers and businesses around $42 billion annually
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Proposed Federal Budget Raises Concerns Over Green Building Incentives
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) has expressed concerns regarding the potential impact of the House’s proposed budget package on
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Green Project of the Week: Lakeside Net Zero Passive House
The Lakeside Net Zero Passive House, located in Michigan, has achieved LEED Platinum certification under the LEED v4.1 Residential BD+C:
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Member spotlight: Koss Design+Build
Koss Design+Build focuses on modern design, sustainability, and giving the construction layout a timeless feel. This is an award-winning architecture
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New member resource: Green finance guidance for project funding
Green finance shapes financial tools like green bonds, specialized loans, and performance contracts that support sustainable building projects by aligning
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Green Project of the Week: Hog Mountain Circle
The 222 Hog Mountain Circle project in Fleischmanns, New York, serves as a model for sustainable home design and construction.
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ENERGY STAR Homes See Record Growth in 2024 Under Federal Tax Credit
United States residents buy an average of 800,000 ENERGY STAR products each day—everything from water heaters to televisions. The energy
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U.S. Green Building Council Announces 2025 Board Members and Officers
Members of the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) recently ratified a slate of three candidates for appointment to the organization’s
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Office-to-Residential Conversions Continue to Grow
Office-to-residential conversions continue to grow in popularity throughout the United States amid widespread housing shortages, high office vacancy rates, flexible
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HUD Transforms the U.S. Housing Market Via Green Incentives & Policy
Just over a decade ago, homes and apartments were behind in earning green certification. The U.S. Green Building Council’s (USGBC)
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LEED-Certified Properties Prove Resilient Against Extreme Weather Events
Building sustainably includes prioritizing designs, technologies and methods that support resilience to extreme weather events. The U.S Green Building Council
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The Top 10 States for LEED Reflect a Commitment to Green Building Across the U.S.
One thing each state within the U.S. has in common is having the opportunity to be a part of a
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Real Estate and Construction Companies Call on Congress to Maintain Tax Incentives
355 companies and organizations, sent a letter to members of Congress on January 15, highlighting the positive impact that the
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Supporting Our Community Through Wildfire Recovery
The U.S. Green Building Council California (USGBC CA) has shared a message and compiled resources for those affected by and
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Navigating LEED v5: The Future of Sustainable Construction
The latest update to the world’s most popular green building certification program is LEED v5. This program introduction marks a
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Virginia Localities Advance Green Building Policies
Virginia localities are making efforts to adopt or update the state’s high-performance building design and construction standards, while referencing LEED
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U.S. Green Building Council Releases LEED Impact Report
The USGBC Impact Report highlights three decades of progress in green building, showcasing LEED’s global influence with over 195,000 projects
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Enhancing biodiversity through design
The built environment plays a significant role in this challenge, with traditional landscaping practices—often focused on aesthetics—driving biodiversity loss, wasting
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5 reasons to be excited about LEED v5
LEED v5 is the latest iteration of the USGBC’s green building standards and is set to elevate sustainable construction through
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