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
What are USGBC’s guiding principles?
- Promoting the Triple Bottom Line
- Establishing leadership
- Creating and restoring harmony between humans and nature
- Maintaining integrity
- Ensuring inclusiveness
- Exhibiting transparency
In more detail:
1. Promoting the Triple Bottom Line
2. Establishing leadership
3. Creating and restoring harmony between humans and nature
4. Maintaining integrity by using technical and scientific data to help guide decision making
5. Ensure inclusiveness by using a democratic process and giving everyone an opportunity to be heard
6. Exhibit transparency by having open standards
Source: GBES Study Guide
What is the Triple Bottom Line?
It’s a principle promoting
1. People: Improving health, well-being, and equity through sustainable buildings and communities
2. Planet: Minimizing the environmental impact of the built environment
3. Profit: Demonstrating the financial benefits of green building practices
Source: Poe AI
What is USGBC’s approach to decision-making?
Maintaining integrity by using technical and scientific data to guide decision-making.
Source: GBES Study Guide
How does USGBC ensure inclusiveness?
By using a democratic process and giving everyone an opportunity to be heard.
Source: GBES Study Guide
How is transparency ensured for USGBC?
Transparency is ensured by having open standards.
Source: GBES Study Guide
What types of members can join USGBC?
Building owners, real estate developers, facility managers, interior designers, architects, designers, engineers, utility managers, landscape planners, contractors, product and building system manufacturers, government agencies, nonprofits, college students, and faculty.
Source: GBES Study Guide
What is Greenbuild?
- Greenbuild is the world’s largest conference and expo dedicated to green building
- It features educational sessions, renowned speakers, building tours, seminars, and networking events.
Source: GBES Study Guide
What is the role of the LEED Steering Committee?
- Oversees the strategic direction and development of the LEED green building certification program.
- Responsible for major LEED rating system updates and expansions.
Source: Poe AI
What is the role of the Advocacy Committee?
- Focuses on advocating for green building policies and regulations at the federal, state, and local levels.
- Works to advance USGBC’s policy agenda and influence legislation.
Source: Poe AI
What is the role of the Education Committee?
- Develops educational content, resources, and programming for the USGBC community.
- Ensures high-quality green building training and professional development opportunities.
Source: Poe AI
What is the role of the Research Committee?
- Identifies key research priorities and collaborates on studies to advance the field of green building.
- Evaluates emerging green building technologies and practices.
Source: Poe AI
What does TAG stand for?
Technical Advisory Group
What is the role of TAGs?
- Provide technical expertise and guidance for specific USGBC rating systems like LEED, WELL, and SITES.
- Ensure the integrity and continuous improvement of these certification programs.
Source: Poe AI
What is the role of the Governance Committee?
- Oversees the USGBC’s organizational structure, policies, and procedures.
- Ensures effective leadership and decision-making processes.
Source: Poe AI
