About
About USGBC Maryland
Established in 2004 as the Baltimore Regional Chapter, USGBC Maryland is a non-profit organization committed to promoting green building and sustainable practices within the Maryland community. As a chapter of the U. S. Green Building Council, we work to advance structures that are environmentally responsible, profitable, and healthy places to live, work, learn and heal.
We are the premier forum for green buildings in Maryland, providing leadership, education, advocacy and resources as well as programs, events, and networking opportunities for the green building industry and the community at large.
Come out and join us as we develop ways to educate and involve many in creating healthier, more productive businesses and communities in the state of Maryland. Our programs bring knowledge about and involve people in the process of environmental lifestyle changes. learn more...
Our Mission
To transform the way buildings and communities are designed, built and operated, enabling environmentally responsible, profitable and healthy places to live, work, learn and heal.
Guiding Principles
We are deeply rooted in these principles which guide all decisions and activities of the Chapter. They are:
- Establish Leadership
- Promote Triple Bottom Line
- Maintain Integrity
- Reconcile Humanity with Nature
- Ensure Inclusiveness
- Exhibit Transparency
Learn more about USGBC's Guiding Principles.
WHO IS USGBC?
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) is a non-profit organization committed to expanding sustainable building practices. USGBC is composed of over 19,000 organizations across the USA and a network of over 70 chapters serving the local level.
Since its formation in 1993, the U.S. Green Building Council has fulfilled this need, becoming the center for debate and action on issues facing the industry’s multiple interests. Learn more…