April 30, 2014: Three Billion Square Feet of Building Space Now LEED-Certified
Major Milestone for the Global Green Building Industry
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) has announced that 3 billion square feet of green construction space has earned Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED®) certification around the globe.
“This milestone is the result of leaders across our industry making the business and environmental case for healthy, sustainable buildings,” said Rick Fedrizzi, president, CEO, and founding chair, USGBC. “More than 4.3 million people live and work in LEED buildings. As our numbers continue to gain momentum, the impact is significant — jobs are created, revenue is generated, and well-being is prioritized — proving every day that LEED works.”