Decarbonizing buildings—addressing operational, embodied, refrigerant, and transportation emissions—is critical to meeting climate goals. The built environment is responsible for over 40% of global carbon emissions and nearly one-third in the U.S.

LEED v5 raises the bar with stronger requirements for energy performance, whole-building life-cycle assessment, and low-carbon materials, helping projects align with market expectations and regulatory trends. Join USGBC Colorado for a Transformation Forum exploring practical tools, resources and strategies to cut emissions, boost market value, and position your portfolio for an ultra-low-carbon future.

What does it actually look like to build sustainably in one of the world’s most iconic mountain destinations, and does it pencil out?