Green Certification Programs
Below is a list of Green Certification Programs. Visit the websites below to learn how your next project can help the environment and save you money.
| Name of Organization | Partial Product List | Green Certification and Award Levels |
|---|---|---|
| Green Building Initiative (GBI) | New and existing buildings | Green Globes® Program Award Levels: 1, 2, 3, or 4 Globes |
| United States Green Building Council (USGBC) | New and existing buildings | Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED®) Program Award Levels: Certified, Silver, Gold, and Platinum |
| United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) | Energy efficiency of existing buildings, energy-using appliances, water-using appliances, and electronics | Energy Star® Label for buildings and appliances WaterSense® Label for water conserving fixtures EPEAT Bronze, Silver, or Gold Label for electronics |
| Green Seal® | Construction products, cleaning products, paints and coatings, and personal care products | Green Seal® Label |
| Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI) | Carpets, rugs, carpet adhesives, and vacuum cleaners | Green Label® and Green Label Plus® |
| Resilient Floor Covering Institute (RFCI) | Vinyl, linoleum, rubber, and cork flooring | FloorScore® Label |
| Business and Institutional Furniture Manufacturer's Association (BIFMA) | Moveable walls, system furniture, desk systems, case goods, tables, seating and accessories | Award Levels: Silver, Gold, and Platinum |
| Green-e Certification | Renewable energy sources | Certified |
| United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) | Food | USDA Organic Label |
| Rainforest Alliance | Tropical foods and forestry products | Rainforest Alliance Certified |
| Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) | Seafood | MSC Certified |