Credentialing Launched for Green Building Professionals

Green building practices incorporate energy efficiency, water conservation, waste minimization, pollution prevention, resource-efficient materials and improved indoor air quality.
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A newly incorporated entity, the Green Building Certification Institute (GBCI), has been established with the support of the U.S. Green Building Council to administer credentialing programs related to green building practice and standards. GBCI was created to develop and administer credentialing programs aimed at improving green building practice.

In January 2008, USGBC will transfer responsibility for the ongoing administration of the LEED Professional Accreditation program to GBCI; GBCI will manage all aspects of the LEED AP program including exam development, registration and delivery. GBCI will also oversee the development of the maintenance program for LEED AP credential holders. For more information go to www.gbci.org; register for the LEED AP Exam; find LEED Accredited Professionals in your area; access your LEED AP exam records and manage your LEED AP Directory listing.