USGBC mission statement describes transforming the way buildings and communities are designed, built and operated to enable what overall outcome?

• A. To certify only the most energy-efficient buildings.
• B. To transform the way buildings and communities are designed, built and operated, enabling an environmentally and socially responsible, healthy, and prosperous environment that improves the quality of life.
• C. To fund construction projects worldwide.
• D. To regulate building codes nationwide.

Answer: (B)

The mission centers on creating broad, positive outcomes for people and places, not just ticking a single box like energy use. It describes transforming how buildings and communities are designed, built, and operated in order to enable an environment that is environmentally and socially responsible, healthy, and prosperous, which in turn improves people’s quality of life. This captures USGBC’s aim to push for sustainable, equitable, and healthful places, not merely higher energy efficiency or regulatory actions. The other options are narrower or outside USGBC’s role: focusing only on energy certification, funding projects, or regulating codes don’t reflect the holistic aim of improving overall quality of life through sustainable design, construction, and operation.