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The U.S. Green Building Council, Inc. is a non-profit organization that aims to transform the way buildings and communities are designed, built, and operated to create an environmentally and socially responsible environment. The non-profit company is based in Washington and was founded in 1993 by Steven Richard Fedrizzi. The organization provides a framework for creating healthy, efficient, and cost-saving buildings through the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) rating system. The LEED certification is available for virtually all buildings, communities, and homes. The organization offers various resources, including exam prep materials, to help professionals advance their careers in green building. Peter Templeton has been the CEO of the American company since 2021.

The American Institute of Architects operates as a professional association of architects. It provides support services for architects who wants to continue education experience and maintain their licensure; web-based resources; and conducts market research and provides analysis of the economic factors that affect the business of architecture. The company was founded by Richard Upjohn, H. W. Cleaveland, Henry Dudley, Leopold Eidlitz, Edward Gardiner, Richard Morris Hunt, J. Wrey Mould, Fred A. Petersen, J. M. Priest, John Welch, Richard Upjohn Jr., Charles Babcock, and Joseph C. Wells on February 23, 1857 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

Joseph Wong Design Associates, Inc. provides comprehensive architecture and design services. It provides master planning, project management and programming services. The firm services include for both the public and private sectors. The company was founded by Joseph O. Wong in 1977 and is headquartered in San Diego, CA.