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    PEER

    Green Business Certification Institute

    PEER improves energy systems for safety and resilience.

    For Projects
    Energy
    Climate
    Environmental
    Resilience

    Key Strengths

    • World's first certification program measuring power system performance and electricity infrastructure
    • Covers diverse project types including cities, utilities, campuses, and transit systems
    • Quantifiable impact metrics: energy savings, CO2 mitigation, and cost reductions
    • Recognized globally with certified projects across multiple continents
    • Backed by GBCI, the same credentialing body behind LEED and other leading green certifications
    • Addresses both day-to-day reliability and resilience during severe weather events

    Ideal For

    PEER is best suited for utilities, campuses, transit agencies, and municipalities seeking to formally benchmark and improve their electrical infrastructure's reliability and resilience. It is ideal for energy managers, facility engineers, and sustainability directors at organizations that operate or manage power systems and want third-party validation of their performance.

    Target Audiences

    Non-profits

    Relevant Roles

    Facility Manager
    Engineer
    Consultant
    Auditor

    Industries

    Construction
    Real Estate
    Government
    Non-profit

    Alignment & Recognition

    Accrediting Body

    Green Business Certification Inc.

    Recognized By

    • PEER Rating System

    Scope

    Performance
    Values/Processes
    Alignment with External Standard

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Quick Facts

    Type

    Certification

    Regions
    Global
    North America
    Asia-Pacific
    Europe
    Languages

    English

    Digital Badge

    Available

    How to Display This Recognition

    Public Seal/Badge
    Online Registry
    Marketing Toolkit

    Sources & Citations

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    Green Business Certification Institute

    Last verified Mar 10, 2026