Ch 2.1 LEED Process Flashcards
What does USGBC stand for?
U.S. Green Building Council
Source: GBES Study Guide
Who founded USGBC?
- David Gottfried
- Mike Italiano
- Rick Fedrizzi
- David Gottfried ➡️ real estate developer ➡️ President of USGBC (founding)
- Mike Italiano ➡️ environemtal lawyer ➡️ CEO of USGBC (founding)
- Rick Fedrizzi ➡️ head of environmental marketing at Carrier ➡️ Founding Chair of USGBC (founding)
Source: USGBC website + Wikipedia
What is USGBC’s vision
The built environment enhances health, equity, resilience, sustainability, and prosperity for all life and all communities.
Source: USGBC website
What is USGBC’s mission?
To transform how buildings and communities are design, built, and operated to create thriving, healthy, equitable, and resilient places that advance human and environmental wellbeing.
Source: USGBC website
How does USGBC achieve its mission?
Through advocacy, resources, education, committees, chapters, and conferences.
Source: GBES Study Guide
What is the purpose of USGBC’s advocacy efforts?
To provide tools, strategies, and resources for policymakers and leaders at local, state, and national levels.
Source: GBES Study Guide
What is the difference between USGBC committees and USGBC chapters?
- USGBC committees are national-level volunteer groups
- USGBC chapters are regional or local groups
- Both provide opportunities to become involved or just to listen and learn about green building
Source: Poe AI
What are the key committees in USGBC?
- LEED Steering Committee
- Advocacy Committee
- Education Committee
- Research Committee
- Technical Advisory Groups (TAGs)
- Governance Committee
Source: Poe AI
Name one major conference organized by USGBC
Greenbuild Conference and Expo
Source: GBES Study Guide
What is the role of committees in USGBC?
USGBC committees
1. focus on specific areas of green building such as policy, education, certification
2. help develop USGBC’s programs, resources, and initiatives at the national level
Source: Poe AI
What is the role of chapters in USGBC?
USGBC chapters
1. represent the USGBC at the state or local community level
2. organize events, provide education, advocate for green building policies, and support USGBC initiatives in their geographical area
Source: Poe AI
What is the benefit of joining a local USGBC chapter?
Networking with people involved in green building and becoming involved in local green building activities.
Source: GBES Study Guide
What is the world’s largest conference and expo dedicated to green building?
Greenbuild
Source: GBES Study Guide
How many guiding principles does USGBC have?
6
Source: GBES Study Guide