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Commercial Real Estate

USGBC is committed to working with the commercial real estate market to accelerate the adoption and business advantages of green building, in both new and existing buildings as well as in tenant spaces. From hotels and retail stores, to corporate workplaces and diverse real estate investors, this community commands over 67% of the existing buildings market, representing a tremendous opportunity to bring green building to all our communities through businesses large and small.

These resources represent opportunities to integrate green building into your business, whether it be a single building or your entire portfolio. We are constantly striving to add additional resources to best serve your needs so please let us know of other ways we can help.

CRE Resources & Publications

Tools to help you champion green building efforts

Office

Green offices don’t have to cost more than traditional space. Greening your office will save millions in energy, water and other costs

Retail

Because we all shop and dine out, we all have a stake in LEED for Retail. Explore USGBC's approach to green retail.

Hospitality

Using environmentally responsible meeting, event and lodging facilities makes business sense.

Featured - Green Integration Guide


Green Office Guide: Integrating LEED Into Your Leasing Process Green Venue Selection Guide: Integrating LEED Into Travel & Event Management
Green Office Guide: Integrating LEED Into Your Leasing Process
Green Venue Selection Guide: Integrating LEED Into Travel & Event Management (PDF)
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Portfolio Program
Steamline the LEED certification process with USGBC's Portfolio Program.
LEED Policy Adoptions and Incentives
Search local, state, and federal policies that incent LEED.
Presentations
Educate yourself and others about green buildings and LEED.
Recently Added:  Commercial Real Estate Slide Deck
Case Studies
Search for in-depth examples of best practices and lessons learned by different organizations and buildings.
Short examples: Project Profiles
Studies and Statistics
Green buildings don't have to cost a penny more.
Recently Added: McKinsey & Co: Unlocking Energy Efficiency
Recently Added: Chicago Chapter: Green Building Case Study Project
Featured: Cost Analysis of Whole Buildings
Featured: Real Estate Management & Value
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to questions you may have.
Featured: LEED for Retail
Featured: Hospitality and LEED