Urban Green’s whole building approach to sustainability training—combined with expert advice and the latest adult learning techniques—has made GPRO an education trailblazer for building trades and operators across the country.

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WHY GPRO?

  • Learn from a curriculum that takes a trade-appropriate, systems thinking approach to teaching—systems thinking is a key principle of the design, construction and operation of high-performance buildings. It’s critical for workers to know not just how building systems work, but how they work together.

  • GPRO instructors bring the training to life through deep industry knowledge, real-world experience, and an engaging teaching style. Our instructors consistently earn an Excellent rating  by students across the country. 

  • Earn your GPRO certificate, which empowers participants to integrate green building practices into their everyday work. The GPRO Certificate signifies an understanding of high-performance principles and a passion for efficient and healthy buildings.

  • Attend a training from one of many partners across North America, including online offerings

  • Contribute to your LEED project through Pilot Credit 81, a comprehensive approach to educating contractors, trades and operators by providing an approved training and certificate program focused on high-performance building construction and maintenance. GPRO is officially the first green building training program to qualify under LEED Pilot Credit 81. Please visit USGBC’s website for more information about PC81 for LEED v4.1.