Last update: 02/27/2012

What is green building?

Sustainable design and construction, or "green building," is a holistic approach that minimizes environmental impact, reduces maintenance and creates a more desirable workspace for the building occupants. 

 

For information contact: 

Stuart Simpson
Energy Engineer

Phone:  (360) 407-9376
Fax:      (360) 753-2848
Email:  stuart.simpson@des.wa.gov

Green building & LEED
Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design

LEED quality assurance process

About green building and LEED

About our program

Get latest Green Building Report

Department of Enterprise Services reports periodically on the progress of green building efforts for public facilities in Washington. To obtain a copy of the 2008 “Green Building Report,” please contact Steve Valandra in the Communications Office at (360) 407-9211 or steve.valandra@des.wa.gov.