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. 

In recent years, Arizona has seen massive economic growth and a high-tech, data center boom. At the same time, the pressures of record-breaking heat, limited water resources and grid strain are mounting. Addressing operational decarbonization within all major industries is an integral part of our resilience as a state.

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 Arizona 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.