The Green Building Certification Institute has awarded
the LEED green associate designation to 10,000 people.
The Green
Building Certification Institute has awarded the LEED green associate designation
to 10,000 people, officials announced.
The
green associate certification signifies that a person understands the
Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design sustainability program. Many
times, it can lead to becoming a LEED-accredited professional, the GBCI said.
“Our 10,000 LEED green associates
represent the growing commitment of the workforce to building a green economy,”
said Peter Templeton, president of GBCI.
“LEED green associates are armed with the knowledge to affect change in
our built environment and propel the mission of green building forward.”
