Green Office Criteria Categories

Explore the 7 assessment categories of the Green Office criteria, including their issues and indicators

Weighted Assessment Categories

Define environmental policy, appoint working teams, plan operations and evaluate results

Train, communicate and raise environmental awareness among internal and external personnel

Manage efficient use of water, electricity, fuel, paper and other resources to reduce environmental impact

Manage solid waste and wastewater appropriately, reduce waste sent for disposal and promote reuse

Control air quality, lighting, noise, livability and emergency preparedness in the office

Procure environmentally friendly products and services, promote green market

For renewal/upgrade certification — internal audit for continuous improvement and development/advancement of operations

For renewal or upgrade certification only

Category 7 is assessed independently from Categories 1–6 with internal weighting: Issue 7.1 (40%) and Issue 7.2 (60%)