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Independent Certification Agencies
American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)
www.astm.orgAn international materials testing organization referred to by several certification programs. LEED references include: - ASTM Standard Practice E1739-95: Risk-Based Corrective Action Applied at Petroleum Release Sites - ASTM D 6245-1998: Standard Guide f ...
American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air-Cond...
www.ashrae.orgA international trade organization. ASHRAE's handbook is used for many certification programs.
Built Green Santa Barbara Checklist Rating System
www.builtgreensb.orgDownload a copy of the Built Green Santa Barbara (501c3 non-profit organization) checklist rating system www.builtgreensb.org
Certified Forest Products Council
www.metafore.orgNonprofit organization promoting responsible forest product buying practices. Maintains a database of wood product suppliers that they certify.
ComfortWise, Energy Efficient Homes
www.comfortwise.comCalifornia's EnergyStar Rating EZ Track Rebate System HVAC design Title 24 Compliance Code Required inspections Energy feature inspections
EPA Energy Star
LEED-recognized benchmarking tool created by the EPA to compare a building to other buildings throughout the country. Up-to-date descriptions of the many energy efficiency programs and incentives available under the umbrella of Energy Star.
Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)
A company in North America used to certify forests for sustainability. Guidelines require wood producers to abide by regional laws as well as international treaties, to respect long-term tenure and use rights on land; including the rights of indigenous pe ...
Green Label Testing Program
www.carpet-rug.org/index.cfmEstablished by the Carpet and Rug Institute to identify low-emitting carpets to consumers. LEED referenced standard for VOC's in carpets, cushions and adhesives.
Green Seal
"Green Seal is an independent, non-profit organization that strives to achieve a healthier and cleaner environment by identifying and promoting products and services that cause less toxic pollution and waste, conserve resources and habitats, and minimize ...
GREENGUARD Environmental Institute™ (GEI)
www.greenguard.orgThe GREENGUARD Environmental Institute™ (GEI) is an industry-independent, non-profit organization that oversees the GREENGUARD Certification Program for low-emitting products, including the establishment of acceptable standards for interior products and t ...
LEED Certification
www.usgbc.org/DisplayPage.aspx?CategoryID=19Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design. Certifies Building Projects based on extensive environmental criteria. Directed by the US Green Building Council.
Leonardo Academy: Cleaner and Greenersm
www.cleanerandgreener.org"Leonardo Academy's Cleaner and Greenersm Program is focused on supporting the use of markets as a tool for reducing pollution and increasing energy efficiency and renewable energy. This program empowers people with information on energy and the environme ...
Organic Trade Association
www.ota.com/index.htmlThe Organic Trade Association (OTA) is the membership-based business association for the organic industry in North America. OTA's mission is to encourage global sustainability through promoting and protecting the growth of diverse organic trade.
Scientific Certification Systems Forest Conservation Pr...
www.scscertified.com/nrc/index.php/SCS developed its Forest Conservation Program in 1991 and has since emerged as a leading certifier of forest management operations and wood product manufacturers. In 1996, the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) accredited SCS as a certification body, enabli ...
SIS Ecolabelling: Nordic Swan ecolabel
www.svanen.nu/Default.aspx?tabName=StartPage"The Swan is the official Nordic ecolabel, introduced by the Nordic Council of Ministers. (...) The Swan's mission is to contribute to reducing the consumer burden on the environment. Using optional ecolabelling, we want to guide consumers and purchasers ...
Smartwood
www.smartwood.comProgram of the Rainforest Alliance to reduce the negative impact of forestry practices by awarding a seal of approval to responsible forest managers.