The framework will assist governments and building industry stakeholders in meeting energy efficiency and greenhouse gas reduction goals.

LEED Earth has enabled the expansion of green building to nearly 200 countries around the world.

The updated program, which includes both a revised specification and certification system, continues to promote water efficiency in homes; however, it has made the WaterSense home certification process easier and more flexible for home builders.

According to NAHB research, energy efficiency is a primary driver in home buyer preferences.

Healthcare, schools, and offices account for more than 60 percent of Green Building certifications.

Their efforts have championed renewable energy, and demonstrably helped move the Empire State Plaza, New York’s center of government in Albany, away from fossil fuel combustion. 

The Empire State Plaza in Albany, New York, was the vision and legacy of New York Gov. Nelson A. Rockefeller.

The association showcases commitment to building safety industry as major sponsor at IBS and KBIS.

The document reports the results of an international survey about how building codes around the world use climate data to address hazards.