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The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) and its community are

changing the way buildings and communities are designed, built

and operated.

USGBC believes in better buildings: places that complement our

environment and enhance our communities; places that give

people better, brighter, healthier spaces to live, work and play.

USGBC’s Vision

Buildings and communities will

regenerate and sustain the health and vitality of all life

within a generation.

ABOUT USGBC

USGBC is transforming the building landscape in a number of ways.

ADVOCACY

USGBC provides policymakers and community leaders with the tools, strategies, and resources they need to take leadership positions, foster innovation, and inspire action. From national advocacy programs promoting green schools to policy engagement with decision-makers in the White House and the U.S. Congress, as well as state houses and city halls across the country, USGBC is accelerating the uptake of policies and initiatives that enable and encourage market transformation toward a sustainable built environment.

COMMUNITY

The USGBC community comprises member organizations that participate in forums, exchanges, and regular communication. Additionally, there are regional USGBC chapters and affiliates across the nation. This network of industry leaders provides green building resources, education, and opportunities for green building professionals to stay connected in their communities.

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