Enterprise Green Communities sets the standard across the U.S. for green affordable homes. The 2026 edition centers three themes – energy, health, and resilience.

The 2026 Criteria features several refinements, including simplified and streamlined energy criteria, risk-management options for a variety of natural hazards, and many new and enhanced strategies for site safety, indoor air quality, universal design, and other ways to support health and well-being.

Read the 2026 Criteria

Date
January 1, 2026
Authors
Enterprise Community Partners
Decarb Topics
  • Enterprise Green Communities
  • Green Building Certification
Resource Type
  • Tool

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