Residential “Tropical Green Building” Certification Program

Checklist online here |  Download checklist here  |   Download application here.

The Island Green Living Association (IGLA) in its continuing effort to promote sustainable and environmentally responsible development and construction in the U. S. Virgin Islands has developed a residential “Tropical Green Building” Certification (TGBC) Program.

The intent of this program is to recognize and reward homeowners, builders and construction professionals who have demonstrated excellence in the construction of residential buildings or structures which promote the protection and preservation of the spectacular natural beauty and environment of the U. S. Virgin Islands.

IGLA “TROPICAL GREEN BUILDING” EXCELLENCE AWARDS will be given as buildings qualify. The application and inspection process can be anytime during the year. Award winners will receive a Certificate Of Excellence, suitable for mounting on the certified structure.

CERTIFICATION LEVELS:
IGLA awards three levels of Green Building Certification:

5 STAR TROPICAL GREEN BUILDING: 90% of Checklist Items.

4 STAR TROPICAL GREEN BUILDING: 80% of Checklist Items.

3 STAR TROPICAL GREEN BUILDING: 70% of Checklist Items.

BUILDING  TYPE			Total	3 Star	4 Star	5 Star
			Points	70%	80%	90%
Natural ventilation			60	42	48	54
Natural ventilation w/ pool			62	44	50	56
(Pool adds 2 points)
AC building			64	46	52	58
AC building w/pool			66	48	54	60
(AC building/ pool adds 6 points)

Checklist online here |  Download checklist here  |   Download application here.