The Sustainable Movement has a number of Certifications available in multiple categories to ensure the upholding of Green Industry standards. To familiarize yourself with the Designations or to get your business certified, please follow the links below, listed alphabetically.

GREEN - SUSTAINABLE - ECO-FRIENDLY

CERTIFICATIONS & DESIGNATIONS

Building Certifications

  • Certifies buildings that follow sustainable practices to reduce environmental impact and improve efficiency. Projects must meet sustainability criteria in energy use, water management, materials, pollution, health and well-being, land use, and transport. Certification levels include Pass, Good, Very Good, Excellent, and Outstanding.

  • Schools must meet criteria in energy efficiency, indoor air quality, acoustics, and water conservation. Certification requires an independent evaluation based on performance metrics.

  • Product transparency in building materials requiring manufacturers to disclose product ingredients and source locations. Certification requires full transparency on materials and their environmental impact.

  • Schools must follow a seven-step framework that includes establishing an eco-committee, developing an action plan, and improving areas like energy, water, and waste management.

  • Buildings must achieve at least a 20% reduction in energy, water, and embodied energy in materials. Certification requires an independent assessment to verify compliance.

  • Products and buildings must meet energy performance criteria set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) or the U.S. Department of Energy.

  • WaterSense certifies products that promote water conservation, helping consumers and businesses reduce water use.

  • Buildings must meet sustainability criteria in energy efficiency, water conservation, materials selection, indoor air quality, and site management. Certification levels range from one to four Green Globes, based on performance.

  • Building design, construction, and operation must meet criteria in areas such as energy efficiency, water conservation, indoor environmental quality, sustainable materials, and site impact. Certification levels include Certified, Silver, Gold, and Platinum, based on performance.

  • Certifies spaces designed to enhance human health and well-being through science-based building strategies.