GBI Organizational Membership

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

Help Shape the Future of Green Building

Your membership fuels real impact—from better standards to a healthier planet. Join a community committed to transforming the built environment for good.

Why Become an Organizational Member?

As an Organizational Member, your company or institution becomes part of a powerful network driving progress in sustainable design, construction, and operations. Membership offers more than visibility—it’s an opportunity to lead.

Support the development of trusted standards. Fund advocacy to promote a sustainable built environment – in small towns to a global level and everywhere in between. Collaborate with like-minded industry leaders. Gain insight into policy, performance, and market trends. Empower your team through access to education, tools, and thought leadership.

Whether you’re looking to strengthen your ESG strategy, demonstrate leadership in sustainability, or shape the future of the built environment—GBI membership helps you get there..

Who is Organizational Membership for?

Municipal Membership is designed for corporations, non-profits, and government agencies.

What Does Membership Cost?

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Membership Levels

Supporter & Principal Levels

Start your organization’s journey toward more sustainable, resilient buildings. These entry-level tiers offer essential access and engagement benefits:

  • Complimentary professional certifications and renewals
  • Demo access to Green Globes questionnaires and Guiding Principles Compliance surveys
  • Emerging professional training for early-career staff
  • Access to GBI’s online tools & surveys
  • Members-only pricing for GBI-hosted events
  • Listing in the GBI member directory.

Stewardship & Visionary Levels

Level up your influence and become a driving force for sustainable building transformation:

  • Participate in GBI’s Building Industry Advisory Council (BIAC)
  • Serve on technical and program development committees
  • Collaborate with GBI staff on emerging standards and insights
  • Access exclusive training webinars and leadership briefings
  • Get featured through member spotlights, public directories, and communication tools

Ideal for organizations ready to lead and shape the future of high-performance buildings.

Sustaining & Premier Levels

For organizations at the forefront of ESG, sustainability, and industry leadership, these top tiers unlock maximum impact and visibility:

  • Twice-annual executive briefings with GBI leadership
  • Custom promotional opportunities and co-branded content
  • Prominent recognition on signage, reports, and presentations
  • Speaking and panelist opportunities at GBI-hosted events
  • Dedicated support and strategic collaboration with GBI staff

Best suited for industry leaders looking to amplify their influence and elevate their sustainability brand.

Become an Organizational Member

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Contact Our Staff

Adam Wellen

Senior Director of Membership and Community

adam@thegbi.org

Megan Baker

VP of Engagement

megan@thegbi.org

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