Market Readiness Analysis

LGBC has five committees to which those who like to contribute volunteer work
can join according to their abilities and liking: 1) Awareness, 2) Education &
Training, 3) Events 4) Membership & 5) Technical.
DOES THE LGBC ISSUE GREEN BUILDING
CERTIFICATION LIKE LEED, BREEAM OR OTHER?
In its mandate, LGBC will work on introducing a ―Lebanese― applicable
certification and labeling of buildings. Any devised and suitable system shall have
no relationship with LEED, Breeam or others certification model.
WHEN WILL A LOCAL GREEN BUILDING CERTIFICATION
SYSTEM IS AVAILABLE?
LGBC members are keen to prepare a certification system that will be widely
applicable in Lebanon. Understanding the immense volunteer works rendered by
our members, the hopes are to conclude such system within the coming two
years.
In parallel, the LGBC whenever possible will be supporting projects which are
implementing any of the International certification systems.
WHAT TO DO IF ONE SEEKS A LEED CERTIFICATION
FOR A LOCAL BUILDING?
The party interested in a LEED certification can contact the LGBC for guidance,
we will do our utmost to provide technical advice and guidance regarding the
procedures to follow.
WHO IS MANAGING THE LGBC?
LGBC is a newly born organization. The current structure of its Board includes the
founding members. Most of the Members of the Board of directors are also coordinators
of the standing committees. In its bylaws, LGBC board members shall be elected by its
membership and will serve for two years.
WHAT DO I BENEFIT FROM JOINING THE LGBC?
Access to information and stay current with changing industry trends and
discover new methods for transforming the built environment.
Platform for networking and great opportunity to connect with peers.
Opportunity to play an active role in the advocacy of green
buildings and environment care.
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