Core Green Building Certification
International Living Future Institute
Core certifies buildings meet key sustainability benchmarks.
The Core Green Building Certification takes approximately 52 weeks.
Key Strengths
- Developed by ILFI, a globally respected sustainability standards body
- Performance-based evaluation covering energy, water, and materials
- Serves as an accessible stepping stone toward full Living Building Challenge certification
- Recognized by sustainability-focused developers, governments, and institutions
- Holistic framework addressing multiple environmental impact categories
- Applicable to a wide range of commercial building types globally
Ideal For
Core Green Building Certification is best suited for commercial building owners, developers, and real estate professionals who want a credible, performance-based sustainability credential that is more attainable than full Living Building Challenge certification. It is particularly valuable for those seeking to demonstrate measurable progress on energy, water, and materials benchmarks without committing to the most rigorous net-zero requirements.
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International Living Future InstituteLast verified Mar 9, 2026