Benefits & fees

Membership in the U.S. Green Building Council, Maine Chapter is open to any individual interested in getting involved in green building education, advocacy, and networking in Maine. Membership is renewed annually based on the anniversary of your joining the Chapter. Discounts for annual dues are available for full-time students at accredited colleges and universities and for full-time employees of USGBC National member companies and organizations. Please note that Chapter Membership is for individuals while USGBC National membership is for companies/organizations. Chapter Membership does not include membership in USGBC National or any of the associated benefits. Likewise, USGBC National membership does not entitle you to the benefits of Chapter membership.

Your membership in the Chapter provides an unparalleled opportunity to:

• Be listed on our Member Directory.  Join the chapter and get your name and company or organization listed in our online membership directory.  Our website is where the industry, government, education leaders, and the media turn to find out who is doing what in green building.
• Be recognized as a leader in supporting a better built environment.
• Network and learn from professionals from across the building industry by taking advantage of our exclusive occasions to meet, exchange ideas and build momentum with green building leaders in Maine.
• Increase your knowledge of current green building practices through local programs and events.
• Influence change and help shape the future of green building in the state of Maine.
• Formulate the local agenda through chapter and committee leadership.
• Advance the national USGBC mission by representing your company locally.
• Receive discounts on Chapter events.

Chapter Membership Fees

Standard Member ($75 per year): For individuals who are not full-time employees of a USGBC National Member company/organization.

National Member ($50 per year): For individuals who are full-time employees of a USGBC National Member company/organization. Check to see if your company is a USGBC National member.

Student Member ($10 per year): Student memberships are available to full-time students of accredited colleges and universities.

All Chapter Members enjoy the same benefits, including voting rights on Chapter business when applicable.