WorldGBC supports the adoption and ongoing development of market-based green building transformation systems that meet local needs for each country.

The WorldGBC does not promote any particular system or methodology as a global standard. The following is a sample of some of the rating tools that have been developed around the world:

BREEAM
United Kingdom
Netherlands

CASBEE
(Comprehensive Assessment System for Building Environmental Efficiency)
Japan

DGNB Certification System
Germany

Green Star
Australia
New Zealand
South Africa

IGBC Rating System
India

LEED
(Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design)
United States
Canada
India

There are many other local rating tools used by different GBCs. Please check their websites for more information.