The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) has launched its "LEED Earth" project, which will offer free Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification to the first projects in each of 112 countries where LEED has yet to take root.
"LEED is a global language and can become a catalyst for incremental change toward a sustainable future. USGBC is committed to bringing LEED to every country in the world while continuing to foster innovation and achievement in existing global markets," said Rick Fedrizzi, president, CEO and founding chair of the USGBC. "Buildings are the single greatest contributor to greenhouse gas emissions of any sector, and the least costly way to alleviate the environmental stresses of our changing planet. LEED is the tool to get the job done."
