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    Sustainable Sites Initative

    Green Business Certification Institute

    Guidelines for eco-friendly landscape and site design.

    For Projects
    Environmental
    Climate
    Water
    Health
    Energy

    Key Strengths

    • Comprehensive rating system covering the full project lifecycle — planning, design, construction, and management
    • Developed by leading institutions: ASLA, Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, and U.S. Botanic Garden
    • Applicable to a wide range of project types — parks, campuses, courtyards, streetscapes, and more
    • Synergies with LEED v5 allow integrated green building and landscape certification strategies
    • Internationally recognized with certified projects across the U.S., Japan, Mexico, and Singapore
    • Promotes measurable outcomes: water conservation, biodiversity, reduced waste, and climate resilience

    Ideal For

    SITES is best suited for landscape architects, land planners, civil engineers, and project developers working on outdoor spaces such as parks, campuses, plazas, and green infrastructure projects. It is ideal for those seeking a rigorous, third-party-verified framework to demonstrate environmental performance and resilience in site design and management.

    Target Audiences

    Policy Makers

    Relevant Roles

    Architect
    Engineer
    Consultant
    Facility Manager

    Industries

    Construction
    Real Estate
    Government
    Non-profit

    Alignment & Recognition

    Accrediting Body

    Green Business Certification Institute

    Recognized By

    • Sustainable Sites Rating System

    Scope

    Performance
    Values/Processes
    Alignment with External Standard

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Quick Facts

    Type

    Certification

    Regions
    Global
    North America
    Asia-Pacific
    Latin America
    Languages

    English

    Established

    2009

    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