GBI Membership Overview - Green Building Initiative

GBI Membership

Make a positive impact on the built environment.

Join the organizations, individuals, and municipalities choosing to build better, meet sustainability goals, and improve lives.

Types of Membership

Organization

Corporations, non-profits, and government agencies

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Individual

Sustainability and building professionals at any level

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Municipality

Staff from city, county, state, and provincial governments.

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Join the companies and nonprofits united by a shared purpose: to shape healthier, more resilient, and more sustainable communities through better buildings.

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Build a global professional network and become a sustainable building expert.

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Support your community’s sustainability goals with tools, trainings, and building certifications designed specifically for governments.

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Green Building Membership

Join these industry leaders as a GBI Member

Supporter

Show your commitment to sustainability and connect with a growing community of green building leaders through exclusive updates, insights, and event access.

$500

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Benefits Included

Member pricing for GBI-hosted events
Access to GBI’s monthly newsletter and national updates
Listing on GBI’s member directory
One complimentary Green Globes or GPC Professional training

Principal

Take the next step in leadership with member discounts, training perks, and opportunities to help shape GBI programs and industry standards.

$1,500

Join

Benefits Included

15% discount on project registrations for all GBI Assessments
Eligible to serve on GBI committees (Education, Membership, etc.)
Listing on GBI’s member directory
Three complimentary Green Globes or GPC trainings or renewals

Stewardship

Join the conversation driving sustainable design—gain recognition, participate in advisory groups, and influence the future of green building.

$5,000

Join

Benefits Included

20% discount on project registrations for all GBI Assessments
Eligible for Building Industry Advisory Council (BIAC) participation
Help shape GBI’s technical education programs
10 complimentary Green Globes Professional or GPC trainings

Visionary

Be at the forefront of progress. Visionary members help guide GBI’s initiatives, amplify their impact, and inspire change across the built environment.

$10,000

Join

Benefits Included

25% discount on project registrations for all GBI Assessments
Co-branding and promotional opportunities with GBI communications
Recognition on GBI event signage and presentations
20 complimentary Green Globes Professional or GPC trainings

Sustaining

Lead by example with elevated visibility, exclusive partnerships, and direct collaboration with GBI’s leadership on key sustainability goals.

$20,000

Join

Benefits Included

30% discount on project registrations for all GBI Assessments
Prominent recognition at GBI events and in reports
Custom promotional and co-branded education opportunities
40 complimentary Green Globes Professional or GPC trainings

Premier

Stand among the most influential voices in green building—shape national initiatives, access exclusive insights, and spotlight your brand as a sustainability leader.

$50,000

Join

Benefits Included

30% discount on project registrations for all GBI Assessments
Twice-annual strategic briefings with GBI’s President
Custom partnership and branding opportunities across GBI platforms
100 complimentary Green Globes Professional or GPC trainings

Municipality

Show your communities commitment to sustainability and join the growing list of green building hubs across the globe. Gain access to this network of public and government leaders.

$500

Join

Benefits Included

10% discount on project registrations for all GBI Assessments
Member-only pricing for GBI-hosted events
Quarterly briefing with industry experts and peer municipalities
Two complimentary Green Globes Professional or Guiding Principles Compliance trainings
Unlimited Green Globes Emerging Professional trainings

Individual

Show your commitment to sustainability and connect with a growing community of green building leaders through exclusive updates, insights, and event access.

$195

Join

Benefits Included

Digital member certificate to proudly display your sustainability commitment
One complimentary credential training or renewal
Access to exclusive members only events
Listing on GBI's member directory
Member pricing on GBI hosted events

Need Something Customized?

Access discounts on building certifications, professional credentials, events registrations, and more.

Become A Member

Why Join the Green Building Initiative?

GBI members are an integral part of our mission to improve the built environments impact on climate and society.

Join the architects, engineers, developers, building owners, facility managers, CRE professionals, government officials, and anyone supporting the ever-evolving green building industry.

Member Benefits

Project Registration Discounts

Save money on your next building project with discounts on GBI’s trusted third-party certifications and assessments.

Professional Credentials

Receive complimentary trainings for GBI’s complete offering of professional credentials

Member Directory Listing

Join our Membership Directory. The higher your membership level, the more display options and prominence your organization listing will have in our members directory.

Complimentary Demo Access

Members are granted complimentary demo access to the Green Globes online questionnaire and Guiding Principles Compliance survey.

Shape the Industry's Future

Become eligible for a role on our Education & Promotion, Government Engagement, Membership, or Performance & Tool Development Committees.

Event Discounts

Join GBI at our industry leading events for a discounted or complimentary registration rate.

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Contact Our Staff

Adam Wellen

Senior Director of Membership and Community

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Heather Lynch

Manager of Membership and Community

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Become a leader in the built environment with GBI’s professional credentials.

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Connect with sustainability and green building experts at an in-person or virtual event.

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Green Globes® is our science-based, whole building certification that evaluates the sustainability, health & wellness, and resilience of all commercial real estate.

GBI’s Journey to Net Zero™ helps cut carbon and energy use in buildings by giving owners tools to evaluate performance, track progress, and make smart changes.

GBI’s Guiding Principles Compliance (GPC) program evaluates U.S. government buildings against federal requirements.