The Cities Local Government Leadership Program was launched by the USGBC with nearly $2 million in funding from Bank of America. LEED is a green building certification program used around the world to promote the design and construction of green buildings and neighborhoods.
Should Racine end up being certified, âit will join the more than 120 cities and communities that have already achieved LEED certification,â according to the city, with a goal of achieving certification by March 31, 2022.
âLEED for Cities helps local leaders create responsible, sustainable and specific plans for natural systems, energy, water, waste, transportation and many other factors that contribute to quality of life,â Mahesh Ramanujam, USGBC president and CEO, said in a statement. âThese 15 local governments are committed to finding solutions for health, sustainable and high performing, and using LEED as a tool to ensure they are on a path of continuous improvement. Along with our