Languishing over LEED

In this month’s issue of Today’s Facility Manager, New Products Editor Brian Kraemer introduces readers to alternative sustainable design initiatives for those facility managers reluctant to embrace the USGBC’s LEED program. His article, “Green Wants You,” introduces readers to the GreenGlobes™ program, and describes it as…

another independent certification system. Billing itself as something other than an assessment tool, Green Globes provides users the equivalent of a design consultant available through the Web, 24/7. Through this service, users can consult the Web site any time and perform a self evaluation.

In yesterday’s issue of Grist, Auden Schendler and Randy Udall analyze the popular rating program, warts and all. Supporting material can also be found here. Grist is an online magazine featuring environmental news and commentary.

With Greenbuild only two weeks away, is it possible for USGBC supporters to ignore this issue?