The NAHB Research Center, an accredited third-party testing and certification
agency, runs the
National Green Building Certification Program. At the program’s core is
the National
Green Building Standard™, the only consensus-based, ANSI-approved
national green standard for residential construction. The Research Center
trains and accredits green verifiers across the country to conduct verification
on new construction, remodeling projects, and residential land developments
that wish to become Green Certified by the Research Center. Another service
under the program is the Research Center's
Green Approved Products, which are products that have been pre-approved
by the Research Center as eligible for specific points toward certification to
the Standard.
Builders/Remodelers/Developers:
The Standard has a lot of inter-dependent logic to ensure that there's no
"double-dipping" on points across categories, as well as a number of mandatory
points and point minimums to achieve certification levels. The Online Scoring
Tool is helpful for those new to the Standard; the NGBS Scoring for New
Construction spreadsheet is an alternative scoring option for those more
familiar with the Standard's requirements. Scoring your project is the first
step toward National Green Building Certification.
The NAHB Research Center trains, tests, and accredits individuals across the
country to perform verification services for the certification program, and all
currently accredited verifiers are on this list. You must work with a Research
Center-accredited verifier if you are seeking National Green Building
Certification for your project. Don’t risk your certification – be sure your
verifier is listed.
Don't wonder if your green verifier will agree that you should get the points
you're claiming – know it. Specify Green Approved Products in your next
project.
The Technology Inventory on this site provides information on a number of new
or innovative technologies that have been proven to improve the affordability,
efficiency, and/or environmental performance of homes. Listings also include
details on what to consider before you make the switch from your current
product or system. You might find something that’s a perfect fit for the homes
you build.
The Research Center has created several fact sheets, brochures, and
presentations to help you educate your consumers on green building, National
Green Building Certification, and the National Green Building Standard.
Homebuyers:
There are plenty of home builders who claim to build green; those who are
actively participating in the National Green Building Certification Program
have third-party proof that they do. Search for builders & remodelers with
certified houses, and multifamily buildings or housing developments that have
been certified green.
NAHB Research Center Green Certified homes come in all shapes, sizes, and styles
and can provide a lot of benefits and savings to their occupants. You might
find your next home or builder in this photo gallery.
Product Manufacturers:
Make sure your products are in front of builders serious about National Green
Building Certification. Get your products Green Approved today.
The NAHB Research Center is a full-service, integrated testing and consulting
firm for the home building industry. Find out more about the types of product
and system testing and certification we can do for your company.