Hot Links
Building with rock is more energy efficient than building with brick or concrete. Most earthen structures provide thermal mass, which is the ability to absorb, store & release heat energy.
The ABC Green Contractor Certification program is designed to document the merit shop construction community’s efforts to develop a sustainable workplace environment—both on and off the jobsite—as well as recognize ABC member firms that are green industry leaders.
Economic and Business Opportunities
- Competitive advantage and distinction in the marketplace
- Operational cost savings, efficiency and effectiveness
- Commitment to the environment, customers, employees and the community
Organizational Enhancement
- Increase employee morale, retention and productivity
- Protect the health and well-being of employees
Environmental Impact
- Reduce pollution, waste and greenhouse gas emissions
- Save energy, water and raw materials
Step 1
Comply with all prerequisites; meet 12 of the 36 elective items; all fulfill all education and training requirements on application.
Step 2
Submit application, required documentation and application fee to ABC National.
Step 3
ABC National will schedule third-party onsite assessment at applicant's office. Assessor recommends either certification or additional changes (subject to an additional onsite assessment by third party).
Step 4
ABC National Green Building Committee reviews application and assessment report for certification worthiness.
APPLY NOW for ABC Green Contractor Certification.
Check out the your fellow members that are ABC Certified Green Contractors and what they are saying about the program.
ABC uses qualified third-party individuals for the onsite assessment process of certification.