Photos from our Green Spaces Competition

Check out some photos from the Green Spaces Competition held on May 5th!     […] More

USGBC and Hanley Wood announce strategic partnership with Greenbuild

On May 23rd, USGBC announced a strategic partnership with Hanley Wood to take Greenbuild global. Below is a note from USGBC Board Member and Charlottesville, VA resident John Quale which […] More

Resilience by Design: Ecological Solutions in Rural and Urban Environments

Charlottesville Luncheon Series “Sustainable Design for the 21st Century” Tuesday, June 11th • 12:00 — 1:00pm The James River Green Building Council is pleased to welcome Thomas Woltz the owner […] More

June 25 - Member Social & Networking Night at Selba

Monthly Member Socials Every Fourth Tuesday of the month Selba • 2416 West Cary Street • Richmond, VA 23220 Every fourth Tuesday of the month come out to Selba at […] More

Virginia Ranked Top State for Green Building in 2012

The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) released their annual ranking of the Top 10 states for new LEED certification, with Virginia ranking as the top state for LEED certifications in […] More

Our Mission

The mission of the James River Green Building Council is to promote cost effective design, construction and operation of buildings that are healthy places to live and work, environmentally responsible, and profitable.

Build Healthy Communities

Build Healthy Communities

Our physical environment affects our quality of life, health and even career opportunities. Building sustainably means strengthening all aspects of community – environmental, economic and social. Find out more →
Green Careers

Green Careers

Green Jobs are not just in construction or design; they are in advanced manufacturing, research and development, healthcare, education and so much more. Find out more →
Share Your Passion

Share Your Passion

Interested in getting more involved in building a sustainable future? Find out more about the benefits of joining JRGBC and help support our mission. Find out more →
Green Design

Green Design

Why build green? What is LEED? Can it help me advance my career? You've got questions, and we've got answers. Find out more →
Join in the Fun

Join in the Fun

From networking socials to green building tours, the JRGBC has a full calendar of green programs all year long. Find out more about green events in your area. Find out more →
Be a Partner

Be a Partner

Let's build a greener future together. We work to build relationships with the organizations that support our mission, not just cash a check. Find out more about being a partner. Find out more →