BuildingGreen Premium Membership

Business Profile

Core Value Proposition

BuildingGreen Premium Membership provides trusted insight, unparalleled education, and a community that transforms sustainable design and building.

Target Customer

Architects, designers, engineers, educators, facilities managers, sustainability professionals, and students seeking credible, ongoing education and independent product guidance.

Key Differentiator

Ad-free publication with independent editorial, a long-standing history (since 1985), a broad knowledge base, and a focus on unbiased, practitioner-led sustainable design with CEUs and real-world guidance.

Implementation Timeline

Immediate online access upon subscribing; ongoing updates and new content added regularly (monthly and as new materials are released).

Pain Points

1Need for reliable, up-to-date information on sustainable building practices
2Desire for independent, non-promotional guidance on products and certifications
3Requirement to earn continuing education credits (CEUs) for professional credentials

Key Features

1Webinars and CEUs
2Feature Articles and Spotlight Reports
3Product Reviews and Independent product guidance
4News Analysis and Industry Commentary
5Knowledge Base with topics on sustainable design, materials, certifications, and building science
6Sign-up for newsletters and ongoing updates
7Campus-wide / team access options for institutions

Target Customer Industries

Decision Makers

1Publisher
2Editor in Chief
3Membership Manager
4Operations Manager
5Continuing Education Manager
6Editorial Assistant

Client Results

1Access to continuing education credits (CEUs) for professional credentials
2Up-to-date knowledge and guidance to inform design decisions
3Independent product insights and reviews to avoid greenwash
4Comprehensive resources (articles, reports, guides) to support building projects

Competitive Advantages

1Ad-free publication and editorial independence
2Longstanding 40-year history in the green building movement
3Extensive, curated knowledge base and guides
4CEU-enabled content from a trusted, practitioner-focused source
5Broad suite of resources: webinars, articles, reviews, and reports

Key Benefits

1CEUs for professional development (AIA, GBCI, ILFI)

2Independent product guidance and reviews

3Wide range of resources: webinars, articles, reports, and guides

4Up-to-date news, analysis, and design insights

5Access to knowledge base and continuing education that supports decision-making

Additional Product Information

Product Description

Premium subscription offering webinars, CEUs, feature articles, reports, product reviews, and guides for sustainable architecture and building.

Target Market

Architects, designers, engineers, educators, facilities managers, and sustainability-focused professionals in the construction and built environment sectors.

Unique Value Proposition

Ad-free, independently edited, long-trusted source for sustainable design knowledge, with a comprehensive suite of CEU-enabled content and practical product guidance.

Technical Requirements

Online access via BuildingGreen with login; subscription required; content includes CEU-enabled webinars and materials.

Pricing Model

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