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10/09/2024
Join SITES and USGBC at the U.N. Biodiversity Conference in Cali, Colombia
10/07/2024
SITES v2 rating system addenda now available
09/23/2024
SITES at Greenbuild 2024
09/03/2024
Join SITES at the ASLA 2024 Conference on Landscape Architecture in Washington, D.C.
07/30/2024
Advancing the global biodiversity agenda
07/29/2024
Europe’s first SITES-certified landscape project in Milan [USGBC+]
07/26/2024
Using SITES to design sustainable outdoor furniture: Amy Syverson-Shaffer, SITES AP
07/09/2024
Advancing the U.N. Sustainable Development Goals through SITES
04/15/2024
USGBC seeks to strengthen nature impact indicators for TNFD metrics
04/08/2024
Incorporating SITES into policy and regulations
04/05/2024
Sustainable land development at the GSA: Brandon Hartz, SITES AP
01/11/2024
Cultivating sustainable landscapes: The impact of the SITES Community Partner network
01/09/2024
K11’s plans for a sustainable landscape in Shenzhen, China
11/16/2023
SITES in Salt Lake City: Glendale Regional Park
10/19/2023
How to certify your SITES project by the end of 2023
10/04/2023
New website single sign-on process starts Oct. 9
08/16/2023
SITES at Greenbuild 2023
08/11/2023
"Why SITES?" resource shares the benefits of certification
08/04/2023
ASU brings a sustainable landscape to the student experience (USGBC+]
08/04/2023
GSA uses SITES to nurture the landscape and manage stormwater [USGBC+]
07/31/2023
How can the real estate industry bridge the biodiversity gap?
07/27/2023
Peek into a SITES project: Fort Missoula Regional Park
07/14/2023
Cultivating biodiversity through SITES
07/05/2023
Free education courses in July: Biodiversity and sustainable sites
05/19/2023
Peek into a SITES project: Midtown Park
04/21/2023
Explore nature-based solutions for Earth Day
04/19/2023
Celebrate the power of sustainable landscapes with SITES case studies
04/11/2023
New SITES plaque now available
03/28/2023
Good SITES design leads to happy campers at Shield Ranch
03/02/2023
Peek into a SITES project: Arthington Mall Plaza
01/23/2023
Peek into a SITES project: Richard Moya Eastside Bus Plaza
10/28/2022
Peek into a SITES project: Colby College
10/21/2022
Reducing GHG emissions through SITES-certified landscapes
10/18/2022
Join SITES in San Francisco for two live events
09/16/2022
How to certify your SITES project by the end of 2022
08/11/2022
Rhode Island amends its Green Buildings Act, which includes SITES
08/03/2022
Measure impact with SITES for Existing Landscapes
04/19/2022
New report focuses on climate resilience through green certification
04/11/2022
Incorporating sustainable practices from the ground up: Jessica Petro, SITES AP
03/31/2022
Be part of the SITES for Existing Landscapes certification pilot
03/16/2022
China’s first SITES Platinum project offers a peaceful waterfront escape
03/07/2022
Atlanta’s Grant Park Gateway is the first space certified as LEED, SITES and Parksmart
02/04/2022
Survey: Inform the future of SITES
12/08/2021
From the ground up: Sustainable sites start with healthy soils
11/23/2021
From zoo exhibits to parks to railway stations, demonstrating SITES applicability across 7 newly certified projects
10/26/2021
New guide released for sustainable landscape development in South America
10/22/2021
Join the SITES Community at ASLA’s Conference on Landscape Architecture
09/23/2021
Earn SITES CEUs: New case studies demonstrate the value of SITES
08/25/2021
Now available: New SITES Pilot Credit to assess and improve carbon performance of sites
07/12/2021
From LEED ND to SITES: How Austin’s Mueller neighborhood is breaking new ground
06/25/2021
Obama Presidential Center Pursues SITES & LEED
06/21/2021
LEED and SITES: New Synergies and Readiness Tool now available
06/04/2021
Weigh in on this survey of Sustainability, Sustainable Landscape Metrics and SITES
05/26/2021
Think globally, act locally: The making of a model Sustainable SITES Landscape Ordinance
05/26/2021
Can my project pursue SITES certification?
04/29/2021
Climate positive design, carbon calculators and more from the Water Conservation Showcase
04/28/2021
Ken Filarski’s mission to incorporate SITES into Rhode Island policy
04/21/2021
Ensure a healthier future with sustainable landscapes and SITES
02/23/2021
ASLA calls for Biden-Harris Administration to deepen SITES commitment
02/05/2021
2020 year in review
12/17/2020
Celebrating a year of growth with SITES
10/28/2020
Gulf State Park Lodge: A SITES Platinum project maximizing “life per square foot”
10/16/2020
The Emergence of SITES: A retrospective
09/17/2020
Biophilic Design: Bringing the benefits of outdoors inside during COVID-19
08/28/2020
Neighborhood Development -- Planning for Sustainable Sites and Communities
07/27/2020
From Vancouver to Atlanta, outdoor spaces transform communities toward a sustainable and resilient future
07/23/2020
New SITES AP Pilot Credit prepares forward-thinking practitioners
06/24/2020
SITES' COVID-19 guidance for parks and other outdoor spaces
06/24/2020
GBCI Announces New Safety First Pilot Credits for SITES and TRUE Rating Systems in Response to COVID-19 Pandemic
05/26/2020
Undeterred, Projects Across the U.S. Continue To Embrace SITES
05/26/2020
Ensuring safe access to nature during the COVID-19 pandemic
05/19/2020
Take your SITES professional credential exam from home
03/26/2020
SITES Precertification: Recognition for projects in the planning phase
02/11/2020
SITES successes: Celebrating “firsts” from 2019
12/17/2019
Designing for health: How SITES improves quality of life
10/23/2019
Join SITES at the ASLA Annual Conference in November
07/23/2019
Orange Coast College Recycling Center becomes first project in the world to earn SITES, LEED, and TRUE Zero Waste certifications
04/30/2019
Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens’ Center for Sustainable Landscapes achieves SITES Platinum certification
03/07/2019
Women leading the way in green business
02/22/2019
Bala Cynwyd cemetery achieves SITES certification [USGBC+]
02/14/2019
SITES can create citywide green infrastructure benefits
02/06/2019
Three case studies that can help you earn SITES-specific CEUs
01/17/2019
Water’s role in sustainable land development
12/21/2018
New brief highlights government use of SITES to foster resilient communities
11/13/2018
The advice you need to get started on your SITES journey
11/12/2018
Water Research Foundation releases report on incentivizing green infrastructure
10/30/2018
Expand your knowledge of SITES at Greenbuild Chicago
10/29/2018
The proven resiliency of Blue Hole Regional Park in Texas
10/17/2018
SITES-certified places are healthier, safer and happier
09/18/2018
Guide to exploring SITES at the ASLA Annual Meeting and Expo
09/04/2018
Summer of SITES® continues with ASLA online learning
08/30/2018
Global aspirations: Applying SITES to projects outside the U.S.
08/28/2018
SITES elevates public spaces
07/31/2018
Two SITES resources you may not know about
07/24/2018
A guide to maintaining your SITES AP credential
07/12/2018
The Atlanta BeltLine will require SITES certification for future parks
06/21/2018
U.S. Botanic Garden’s Renovated Bartholdi Park Showcases Sustainable Gardening, Achieves SITES Gold Certification
06/21/2018
Driving sustainability beyond the building with LEED, SITES and PEER
06/20/2018
D.C. park puts sustainable landscaping on display for communities [video]
06/14/2018
Shaping the future of land development with site performance data
05/18/2018
Top 3 tips for successfully navigating the SITES certification process
05/07/2018
Hempstead Plains shows how SITES sustains landscapes while educating visitors
05/03/2018
Learn about SITES and resilient communities at Gulf Coast Green 2018
04/24/2018
3 SITES projects that connect people to nature
04/23/2018
Take a survey on landscape performance and green infrastructure incentives in SITES
03/28/2018
SITES projects inspire community interest in sustainable building
03/12/2018
Learn about SITES at the 2018 BSLA Conference in Boston
03/09/2018
Join the SITES Quarterly Call on March 22 for project certification tips
03/07/2018
SITES and green infrastructure: A strategy for building resilient environments
02/27/2018
SITES: The right tool for green infrastructure
02/20/2018
SITES as a climate solution
01/18/2018
Education @USGBC helps you maintain your SITES AP credential
01/17/2018
SITES and LEED: Meeting a high bar for built and natural systems
01/10/2018
Attend an upcoming SITES workshop in St. Louis
01/04/2018
SITES and LEED: Pilot projects that fostered resilience
12/21/2017
SITES and LEED ND added to Rhode Island Green Buildings Act
11/20/2017
LEED projects leverage complementary rating systems [USGBC+ November/December 2017]
10/17/2017
HP Inc.’s Boise Idaho Campus Awarded SITES Gold for Achievement in Landscape Sustainability
10/12/2017
Learn all about SITES at the ASLA Annual Meeting and Expo
10/10/2017
Rhode Island adds SITES and LEED ND to its Green Buildings Act
10/04/2017
Take the SITES AP exam from your own location
09/22/2017
Learn how China can lead on sustainable landscape design
09/19/2017
Join the October SITES Quarterly Call
08/29/2017
What not to miss at Greenbuild Boston: SITES
08/17/2017
Attend a September workshop on SITES in California
08/15/2017
Attend a SITES workshop at Greenbuild China
07/24/2017
What LEED did for buildings, SITES will do for landscapes
07/20/2017
Learn about scaling SITES at the August 1 quarterly call
07/06/2017
SITES v2 Gold projects automatically earn LEED v4 points
06/14/2017
The first five steps in using your SITES AP credential
06/07/2017
How I passed the SITES AP exam on my first try
05/31/2017
Register by July 1 for a discount on the SITES AP exam
05/22/2017
SITES Rating System and Scorecard now available in Spanish and Chinese
05/16/2017
USGBC at the Resilient Cities conference: Using LEED, SITES and PEER
04/20/2017
7 simple steps to certify your project with SITES v2
04/19/2017
First class of SITES APs demonstrates their expertise in sustainable landscape design
04/13/2017
Download our client deck for your next presentation on SITES
04/11/2017
SITES Quarterly Call on May 22: Demystifying SITES at the project level
04/03/2017
Meet SITES at the 2017 AIA National Convention
03/31/2017
SITES-certified projects are defining sustainability beyond the building
03/27/2017
Get the emails you want from USGBC, GBCI and our family of brands
03/17/2017
Grow your knowledge with new SITES education courses
03/09/2017
Explore the SITES rating system in our new webinar series
02/22/2017
SITES project spotlight: The University of Texas at El Paso
02/15/2017
Attend a SITES workshop at USGBC headquarters on March 4
02/13/2017
Quick-start your project with SITES to meet your sustainability goals
02/07/2017
Take the SITES AP exam by March 13 and earn special recognition
01/30/2017
Attend a SITES workshop in Boise on Feb. 23 (USGBC Idaho)
01/26/2017
Green infrastructure: Exploring solutions in LEED, SITES and Parksmart
01/24/2017
Landscape professionals: The benefits of becoming a SITES AP
01/17/2017
SITES Quarterly Call on Feb. 16: Bringing SITES to clients
12/22/2016
Year in review: Scaling the SITES program
12/14/2016
Attend a SITES speakers online training session on January 13
12/10/2016
Redefining SITES [USGBC+ November/December 2016]
12/05/2016
Celebrate World Soil Day by registering your project with SITES
11/21/2016
Tips for preparing to take the SITES AP exam
11/17/2016
Navy Pier Awarded Prestigious SITES Gold Certification for Phase 1 Redevelopment
11/16/2016
Your top SITES questions answered
10/28/2016
SITES answers your FAQs from the ASLA conference
10/26/2016
Join us at our first SITES Quarterly Call on November 10
10/24/2016
Take advantage of equivalent credits between SITES and LEED
10/19/2016
Meet SITES at the 2016 ASLA Annual Meeting
10/14/2016
Driving sustainability beyond the building with SITES [USGBC+ September/October 2016]
10/13/2016
Get to know the SITES rating system at a USGBC Minnesota workshop Oct. 27
10/12/2016
Why you should take the SITES AP exam
10/10/2016
Prepare yourself to earn a credential and become a SITES AP
09/29/2016
SITES Battle of the States competition begins today
09/27/2016
What not to miss at Greenbuild: The SITES AP
09/26/2016
New Professional Credential for Sustainable Landscape Development and Management Launching October 1
09/16/2016
Happy 100th birthday to the National Park Service from SITES and LEED
09/15/2016
University of Texas at El Paso Earns First SITES v2 Certification
08/29/2016
What not to miss at Greenbuild: SITES and sustainable landscape design
08/25/2016
SITES can apply to your project: Examples from the pilot program
08/22/2016
Join us in Chicago on Sept. 8 for a SITES workshop
08/10/2016
EO and USGBC join forces to drive sustainable development
08/09/2016
Green infrastructure: Back to basics
06/29/2016
A deep sense of place at USGBC Kentucky's Sustainable SITES Workshop
06/17/2016
Engage with SITES: Here's how
06/06/2016
Pre-design site assessment in SITES and LEED: Why it really matters
05/24/2016
Last chance to secure early adopter pricing for SITES
05/11/2016
Two opportunities to learn about SITES in Northern California
04/28/2016
Why you should register your SITES project today
04/13/2016
U.S. General Services Administration Adopts SITES, GBCI’s Land Development and Management Rating System, for its Capital Construction Program
03/24/2016
GBCI needs your help: Take the SITES AP job analysis survey
03/21/2016
GBCI to develop a new professional credential for SITES
03/10/2016
Get started with the SITES v2 rating system
03/04/2016
Is your project eligible for SITES certification?
03/02/2016
Get to know the SITES v2 rating system in our free online courses
02/29/2016
GBCI to offer special SITES pricing through May 2016
12/03/2015
Help us help you: Survey on SITES and sustainable landscape design
11/11/2015
What not to miss at Greenbuild: SITES and sustainable landscape design
11/06/2015
Be part of the conversation about sustainable land use at ASLA 2015
11/02/2015
Free webinar Wednesday on sustainable landscape design and SITES rating system
10/16/2015
Last chance to register for SITES sustainable landscape design webinar
10/01/2015
Register today for a webinar on sustainable land development and design
09/24/2015
Engage with SITES to learn about developing sustainable landscapes: here's how!
09/16/2015
Deadline extended for sustainable land design workshop at Greenbuild: Register now!
09/10/2015
Register today for a workshop on sustainable land design and development at Greenbuild
06/29/2015
Get to know SITES in the online course: Introduction to the SITES Program
06/10/2015
GBCI Launches SITES
03/31/2015
SITES Certifies 12 New Projects
12/16/2014
SITES 2014 Year-In-Review
08/07/2014
SITES Program Certifies Sustainable Landscape Projects from Seattle to Atlanta
