Tag Archives: Green Globes
DOE Sets New Green Standards for Federal Buildings

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) issued a rule aimed at ensuring federal buildings use proper energy certifications. The rule, which goes into effect November 13, makes certain that in cases where agencies choose to use green building certification systems … Continue reading
Green Building Initiative Announces New Building Certifications
The Green Building Initiative (GBI) announced a diverse list of recently completed projects in the institutional, commercial and retail segments that have received Green Globes certification, according to GBI president Jerry Yudelson. “These projects represent several major new growth areas … Continue reading
As Window EPD Nears, LEED and Green Globes Focus More on Products

Just as work on an Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) for windows gets set to reach an important milestone and the broader certification landscape continues to evolve, both LEED and the newer Green Globes programs are increasingly reflecting the trend of … Continue reading
Green Globes Ratings System Helping in Environmentally-Friendly Building

If you’re going to spend the necessary money in making sure the process of constructing a new building is environmentally-friendly, you might as well get the most for your dollar by using the Green Globes ratings system. That was the … Continue reading
AAMA’s Western Region to Host Q&A on Green Globes Rating System
The American Architectural Manufacturers Association’s (AAMA) Western Region plans to host a webinar featuring a question-and-answer session on the Green Building Initiative (GBI) Green Globes® Rating System. The webinar will be moderated by Erin Shaffer, GBI consultant, and will be held Tuesday, December … Continue reading