top of page

NEWS
Search


From Compliance to Competitive Advantage: Why You Should Start Emissions Reporting Today
If your company hasn't yet received a sustainability questionnaire from a customer, you likely will soon. In addition to broader inquiries about sustainability efforts and greenhouse gas emissions, Fortune 500 companies such as Amazon, Microsoft, and Mastercard are embedding reporting requirements into supplier contracts to support their net zero ambitions.
Simone Fraid
Jun 303 min read


Spring 2026 Newsletter
Dear Clients and Partners,
We are excited to share the latest at GCG — from newly completed projects and current initiatives to upcoming events and important milestones.

Sara Greenwood
May 266 min read


Greenwood Consulting Group receives Just Organization designation
We are proud to announce that Greenwood Consulting Group has officially become a Just Organization, a milestone that reflects our deep commitment to equity, transparency, and building a workplace where every person can thrive.

Sara Greenwood
May 72 min read


CALGreen 2025 Code Update and What It Means for Your Project
The 2025 California Green Building Standards Code (CALGreen), Title 24, Part 11, took effect January 1, 2026, and brings with it some of the most sweeping changes to the code since embodied carbon requirements were introduced.

Sara Greenwood
May 53 min read


Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art Earns WELL Silver Certification
As the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art continues to serve as a cultural cornerstone of Kansas City, it has reached a significant new milestone: earning WELL Silver Certification.

Sara Greenwood
Mar 42 min read


Shawnee Mission School District Celebrates 5 LEED Certified Elementary Schools
Shawnee Mission School District is celebrating the achievement of five elementary schools that have earned LEED Silver Certification for sustainable design and construction.

Sara Greenwood
Jan 271 min read


Fall 2025 Newsletter
Dear Clients and Partners, As we transition into fall, we are excited to share updates on our recently completed projects and ongoing work across the country. Our team continues to deliver exceptional sustainability consulting services, helping clients achieve their environmental goals and certifications across diverse project types—from multifamily and healthcare to industrial and commercial developments to corporate sustainability strategy. -Sara Greenwood, PRINCIPAL

Sara Greenwood
Oct 31, 20254 min read


Teaching Through Technology: Sustainability Education in Sports Venues
Teaching Through Technology: Sustainability Education in Sports Venues

Rebecca Rice
Sep 30, 20252 min read


Project Highlight: Hollywood Burbank Airport✈️
Our team had a chance to visit the site at Elevate BUR passenger terminal last week. Sara Greenwood and Rebecca Rice, WELL AP, LEED AP BDC, SEA met with the project team to review construction progress and stay on track with meeting the project's LEED and sustainability goals.

Sara Greenwood
Sep 10, 20251 min read


Building WELL to Build Value: Why Healthy Buildings Drive Bottom-Line Results
The conversation around building wellness has evolved from a nice-to-have perk to a strategic business imperative. At GCG we believe in helping our clients balance their healthy building goals while maximizing their investment.
Below, we break down how WELL certification is making this reality possible—and why the numbers prove it's one of the smartest investments you can make.

Sara Greenwood
Jun 18, 20253 min read


Revolutionizing Urban Mobility: The Power of ActiveScore and ModeScore Certifications
Imagine a world where buildings actively encourage healthier lifestyles and sustainable transportation. Below, we break down how ActiveScore and ModeScore certifications are helping to make this possible.

Sara Greenwood
Apr 29, 20251 min read


GCG Named Zero Waste USA Affiliate
GCG is proud to be recognized as a Zero Waste USA Affiliate. Zero Waste USA is a nonprofit organization that aims to inspire and educate communities to work towards achieving zero waste.

Sara Greenwood
Apr 10, 20251 min read


GCG's Rebecca Rice Named 2024 IWBI Community Awards Recipient
GCG's Rebecca Rice Named 2024 IWBI Community Awards Recipient

Sara Greenwood
Mar 19, 20251 min read


February wins: GCG honored with prestigious awards
It was an eventful February for GCG! We were honored to be recipients of awards at both the 2025...

Sara Greenwood
Mar 7, 20251 min read


Elevating Workplace Wellness: GCG Secures 2-Star Fitwel Certification for KC Headquarters
GCG recently worked to achieve a 2-star Fitwel Certification System rating for the headquarters of a large insurance company here in Kansas

Sara Greenwood
Mar 4, 20251 min read


Welcome to the Green Sports Alliance, Greenwood Consulting Group LLC!
Greenwood Consulting Group provides sustainability consulting services for projects pursuing green building certification...

Sara Greenwood
Mar 3, 20251 min read


UWEC Students Lead the Way in WELL Health-Safety Certification at Sonnentag Center
University of Wisconsin Eau-Claire students recently conducted comprehensive air and water quality testing at the Sonnentag events ...

Sara Greenwood
Mar 1, 20251 min read


Sustainable Aviation Takes Flight: GCG Leads Green Efforts for Burbank Replacement Terminal
GCG is proud to be leading the sustainability effort for the new Burbank Replacement Terminal!

Sara Greenwood
Feb 19, 20251 min read


Greenwood Consulting Group Named LEED® Proven Provider™ by Green Building Certification Inc. for the ID+C Rating System
Greenwood Consulting Group has recently been named a LEED Proven Provider by the Green Building Certification Inc...

Sara Greenwood
Feb 5, 20251 min read


KC Streetcar Goes for Gold: Achieving LEED Certification with Sustainable Innovation
Congratulations to KC Streetcar for achieving LEED Gold certification! GCG was engaged to manage the LEED certification...

Sara Greenwood
Feb 5, 20251 min read
bottom of page
