Driving market transformation on the local level is a key strategy for advancing USGBC's global mission to build #healthy, #resilient communities and improve quality of life for all. How can we work together to accomplish this? Check out SBN Detroit's recent interview with Lana Crouse, #USGBC Regional Director, and Laura Long, LEED AP, GGP, former chair of #USGBCDetroitRegion's Market Leadership Advisory Board, for insights into strategies and challenges for designing environmentally responsible buildings in Michigan and the role of USGBC.
"Education is key — especially when it comes to helping people understand how #sustainablebuildings contribute to the health and well-being of those who live and work in them. Cities like #Detroit and #AnnArbor are driving these efforts, but we need to reach surrounding areas to continue the push for green building." – Lana Crouse, regional director U.S. market transformation & development, U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) The USGBC launched the LEED certification in 2000, now one of the most recognized green building rating systems worldwide, promoting sustainable practices. SBD Detroit interviewed Crouse and Laura Long, LEED AP, GGP, senior designer at NORR, to gain insights on design and sustainability in #SoutheastMichigan. Click the link below to read more. #sbndetroit #sustainablebusinessnetworkdetroit #sustainablebusinessnetwork #usgbc #sustainablebusiness #norr #peopleplanetprofit #climateaction #climatechange #environmentaljustice #socialjustice #sustainability #greenhouse #gasemissions #infrastructure #sustainablecommunities #leed #technology #sustainabledevelopment