GBInsight: May 2010 - News from the Green Building Initiative

GBI Insight - GBI is the U.S. Licensor of Green Globes

Whole Foods has certified two stores using the Green Globes system

Recognizing the benefits of an assessment tool that’s effective as well as cost-efficient, Whole Foods Market has certified two stores using the Green Globes® system. More

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After a formal, consensus-based process that took several years, GBI has announced the completion of the first and only commercial building rating system to achieve the official designation of American National Standard, as approved by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). The Standard, officially named ANSI/GBI 01-2010: Green Building Assessment Protocol for Commercial Buildings was derived from the Green Globes module for New Construction. More

May 11, 2010

Builders across the country are making use of the free online education offered by GBI in partnership with local Home Builder Associations. More

Twenty-one Veterans Affairs (VA) facilities have now been certified through the Green Globes system—including the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center, which had the distinction of being the 100th building certified in the U.S. More

With the first wave of applicants now trained and designated as Green Globes Professionals (GGPs), momentum is building for the GBI’s new personnel certification programs. More

Green Globes case study: Arizona State University – Walter Cronkite School of Journalism

For GGPs – Visit the Learning Management System library for a new Green Globes brochure. Download or order copies customized with your own contact information.

Ward Hubbell Years of hard work have resulted in a rigorous new American National Standard that represents the latest research and technology as well as the broadest possible range of expertise. More

With its decision to assess new and existing buildings using the Green Globes system, Whole Foods Market is showcasing the availability of environmentally progressive tools that are also practical and cost effective. More

According to the American Gas Association, high-efficiency natural gas appliances allow customers to reduce their carbon footprint while helping to lessen U.S. dependence on foreign oil. More

Enhance your green building knowledge with the GBI’s ongoing webinar series. More

GGP/GGA Personnel Certification Programs
Learn how to expand your green building credentials with GBI’s new Green Globes Professional or Green Globes Assessor designation.

May 12	REGISTER
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Green Globes for New Construction and Green Globes for Continual Improvement of Existing Buildings
Familiarize yourself with both Green Globes modules and learn why more design and building professionals are using Green Globes as a cost-effective way to assess their building designs and operational performance.

May 11 - New Construction	REGISTER
May 13 - Existing Buildings	REGISTER
May 18 - New Construction	REGISTER
May 20 - Existing Buildings	REGISTER
May 25 - New Construction	REGISTER

Look for GBI at this upcoming event:
August 24-26, 2010

Green Building Focus Conference and Expo 2010
Birmingham, AB