Enterprise Green Communities Program Criteria
Green Communities is a national affordable housing green building program that was launched by Enterprise, a nonprofit focused on community development and affordable housing. Through its five-year $555 million Green Communities program, Enterprise has committed to build more than 8,500 sustainable and affordable homes. In addition, Green Communities offers Charrette Grants for up to $5,000 to assist housing developers engage in discussions regarding integrating green building systems in their developments. Sustainability Officers interested in learning more about Green Communities’ criteria can refer to “Green Communities Criteria 2008,” a detailed manual that lists minimum requirements for Green Communities projects.
