Welcome!
Welcome!
U.S. Green Building Council California (USGBC-CA / USGBC California) and the CSU Office of the Chancellor’s Energy, Sustainability, and Transportation unit are proud to partner in advancing sustainability, resilience, and equity across California.
Through this collaboration, the USGBC-CA is providing 2,500 memberships to CSU students, faculty, and staff professionals, empowering the next generation of sustainability leaders.
USGBC California brings together changemakers and innovators committed to creating a healthier, more sustainable built environment. Whether you’re just beginning your sustainability journey or deepening your expertise, this partnership offers the tools, knowledge, and professional network to help you thrive.
Together, CSU and USGBC California are investing in people—supporting education, collaboration, and action to shape a more sustainable and equitable future for all Californians.
If you are already a registered USGBC California member, please click here to log in.
We’re thrilled to offer FREE 1-year memberships to: 100 students per CSU campus + 20 Professionals per CSU campus (Faculty, Facilities Managers, etc.)
Ready to Activate Your Membership?
Use code CSU_STmember_25-26 to sign up for your Non-Recurring Student Membership. This is your key to accessing the wealth of benefits that we offer exclusively to members, including the new digital members platform to support networking, advocacy, committee engagement, and educational resources.
To make the most of your membership, might we suggest that you:
- Complete your profile and connect with a friend on the Community Hub.
- Join your regional community or a committee—there’s a place for everyone.
- RSVP to an event and enjoy member pricing—see our events list and member codes.
- Choose your newsletters to stay updated on events, green building news, and networking opportunities across California.
Use code CSU_PROmember_25-26 to sign up for your Non-Recurring Membership. This is your key to accessing the wealth of benefits that we offer exclusively to members, including the new digital members platform to support networking, advocacy, committee engagement, and educational resources.
To make the most of your membership, might we suggest that you:
- Complete your profile and connect with a friend on the Community Hub.
- Join your regional community or a committee—there’s a place for everyone.
- RSVP to an event and enjoy member pricing—see our events list and member codes.
- Choose your newsletters to stay updated on events, green building news, and networking opportunities across California.
Use code CSU_STmember_25-26 to sign up for your Non-Recurring Student Membership. This is your key to accessing the wealth of benefits that we offer exclusively to members, including the new digital members platform to support networking, advocacy, committee engagement, and educational resources.
To make the most of your membership, might we suggest that you:
- Complete your profile and connect with a friend on the Community Hub.
- Join your regional community or a committee—there’s a place for everyone.
- RSVP to an event and enjoy member pricing—see our events list and member codes.
- Choose your newsletters to stay updated on events, green building news, and networking opportunities across California.
Use code CSU_PROmember_25-26 to sign up for your Non-Recurring Membership. This is your key to accessing the wealth of benefits that we offer exclusively to members, including the new digital members platform to support networking, advocacy, committee engagement, and educational resources.
To make the most of your membership, might we suggest that you:
- Complete your profile and connect with a friend on the Community Hub.
- Join your regional community or a committee—there’s a place for everyone.
- RSVP to an event and enjoy member pricing—see our events list and member codes.
- Choose your newsletters to stay updated on events, green building news, and networking opportunities across California.
What Your Membership Unlocks
Gain access to exclusive learning resources, career and professional development tools, networking opportunities, special events, discounts, and recognition for your achievements.
Connect with like-minded individuals and gain real-world skills without breaking your budget.
Join peers and leaders shaping California’s sustainable future!
See sustainability in action!
Connect with experts and thought leaders who can open doors for your career!
Discover internships, green jobs, and pathways into the industry.
Grow Your Skills and Stand Out with Training & Certificates
If you’re new to the green building sector, we recommend starting with:
- Foundations of Green Building Certificate
- Building Performance Fundamentals Certificate
- Occupant Health Fundamentals Certificate
To build your wildfire defense knowledge and expertise, take:
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- Wildfire Defense for Landscapers Certificate (Spanish available)
- Wildfire Defense for Construction Professionals Certificate (Spanish available)
- Wildfire Rebuilding Certificate
To learn the fundamentals of sustainability across industry sectors, register for:
- Sustainable Production for Entertainment (SPEC)
- Zero Waste + Circular Economy Fundamentals
- Decarbonization and ESG Fundamentals
- Embodied Carbon Fundamentals
- Nature-Based Solutions
To learn how to stay safe on construction sites and protect workers:
- Extreme Heat for Construction Professionals (Spanish available)
- Extreme Heat for Landscaping Professionals (Spanish available)
Visit our Training Portfolio to see all of our courses.
Boost Your Career
Whether you’re just starting out or looking to grow as a sustainability professional, we’re here to help you take the next step:
- Our Green Building Corps Internship Program
- A statewide Green Jobs Board/Career Center
- Mentor/Mentee networking opportunities
- Regional forums & events to connect with industry leaders
- Emerging Leaders Committee engagement
Interested in making a difference?
Dive into 15+ impact programs on topics like Water, Green Homes, Green Schools, Environmental Justice, Wildfire Resilience, Policy & Advocacy, and more. Plus, check out our free toolkits and online resources designed to power your research and projects.
Ready to activate your membership?
Just use the code provided (or reach out to [contact info]) to get started today!
For questions:
Membership: membership@usgbc-ca.org
Training: training@usgbc-ca.org
Anything else: info@usgbc-ca.org
