Downloads & Links

USGBC Research Publications - Selected resources for research on green building attributes and issues.

Tools for Local Governments

Early Adopters / Mentors List - This is a list of early adopters and mentors in Colorado who have agreed to be the contacts for other municipalities that are considering adopting similar sustainable initiatives.

Business Case

Green Building Costs and Financial Benefits, by Gregory H. Kats

Costing Green: A Comprehensive Cost Database and Budgeting Methodology, by Lisa Fay Matthiessen and Peter Norris, DAVIS LANGDON ADAMSON

Regional Products

LEED Materials Matrix
Product Submittal Form

Service Providers

Overview for Selecting a Green Design Professional
Commisioning Provider Guidelines
Daylighting Analysis Provider Guidelines
Electrical Engineering Provider Guidelines
Energy Analysis Provider Guidelines
IEQ Consulant Provider Guidelines
LEED Consultant Provider Guidelines
Material Selection Provider Guidelines
Mechanical Engineering Provider Guidelines
Solar Design Consultant Provider Guidelines

Chapter Policies

USGBC Colorado Articles of Incorporation
USGBC Colorado By Laws
USGBC Colorado Mission, Vision & Strategic Plan

Online Information and Tools - Sustainable design resource list of online information and tools.

Publications List - Sustainable design resource list of publications including books, papers, CDs and videos.