“This
achievement is a significant milestone in the growth and development of the
green building movement because it demonstrates a broad conviction that our
built environment can improve the health of our planet, our economy, and our
communities,” said Rick Fedrizzi, President, CEO and Founding Chair of the
organization.
“At
all levels, our members – their vision for a sustainable built environment,
their knowledge of building science and practice, and their commitment to
results – are why the green building movement has grown exponentially in the
last decade and a half,” said Fedrizzi. “Thousands of volunteers have
contributed tens of thousands of hours to the development of the LEED green
building rating system; chapter leaders all over the country are making
transformation happen at the local level; and all of our members are raising
the bar for their colleagues throughout the industry.”