The U.S. District Court in New York City has dismissed in its entirety the $100 million lawsuit brought against the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) by Henry Gifford and others.

The credit outlines the future of certified products in LEED and, for the first time recognizes the level® Certification Program for furniture sustainability.

WASHINGTON -- The Green Building Certification Institute (GBCI) has launched the CMP Wizard, an interactive online tool to help LEED Professionals understand their Credential Maintenance Program (CMP) requirements and explore continuing education options.

WASHINGTON -- The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) applauded President Obama’s plan to “win the future” by making America’s commercial buildings more energy- and resource-efficient over the next decade.

The wood-friendly proposal is expected to help employment, save energy and conserve costs.

Mark MacCraken named chair of USGBC's Board of Directors.

Mark MacCraken, CALMAC CEO, named to USGBC' Board of Directors

The wood furniture firm has attained certification for its Cool Springs Stables project.

The wood projects firm was honored by the FSC.

The U.S. Green Building Council has announced the launch of LEED for Retail, its newest green building rating system, and the LEED Volume Program, a program designed to meet the certification needs of high-volume property developers.