GBI – Green Building Initiative

The Green Building Initiative (GBI) was founded in 2004 and is a non-profit organization whose goal is to improve the quality of buildings and reduce climate impact. The GBI works according to the guidelines of the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and develops standards and guiding principles for the planning and construction of government buildings, among other things. Compliance with these guidelines – the Guiding Principles – is verified by the Guiding Principles Compliance (GPC) certification system. In addition to GPC certification, the Green Building Initiative also awards Green Globes for various building and project types, interiors and renovations. With its work, the GBI aims to

• Reduce CO2 emissions,
• improve the efficient use of water,
• Promote health and well-being,
• promote responsible consumption, production and purchasing,
• support the use and further development of smart home technologies,
• provide high-quality educational opportunities,
• promote a respectful and inclusive community,
• Create a collaborative reporting culture in the areas of ESG criteria and UN Sustainable Development Goals in order to bring about measurable positive change through joint action.

Source: GBI