Creating Collaborative Owner-Tenant Relationships

We set the global standards for green lease and performance-based lease language that fosters collaboration between landlords and tenants. These leases break down the split-incentive barrier and fairly align financial and environmental benefits of sustainability initiatives to both parties.

Apply now for 2026 Green Lease Leaders recognition

The Green Lease Leaders application portal is open! Showcase your alignment with industry leasing best practices and apply for recognition.

Apply before March 2 to take advantage of the early bird application processing fee.

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Resource Spotlight

2026 Green Leasing Outlook Report

Learn how organizations have earned Green Lease Leaders recognition to understand the future of green leases and its value today.

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Program Impact

Over 9 billion

square feet owned or managed by Green Lease Leaders

Over 200

organizations
earned Green Lease Leaders
recognition since 2014

Average 17% saved

in utility costs from green leasing in U.S. office buildings

Better Leases for Better Buildings

Since 2014, we’ve helped companies improve building performance and landlord-tenant relationships through collaborative lease agreements, efficient tenant fit-outs, energy management best practices and ongoing engagement and education.

When Can I Apply?

Applications will be accepted from February 2026 through April 2026. Begin by assessing your leasing practices through our free leasing audit tool.

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About Us

Green Lease Leaders provides guidance to practitioners on methods and strategies for integrating environmental efficiency and social equity goals into leasing practices and recognizes companies who have integrated this approach into practice.

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