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What this year’s winners tell us about market trends

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A Look into Combining Financing and Leasing for High-Performance Buildings

How can leasing and financing come together to reduce operating costs, improve building valuation, and support policy compliance?

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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.

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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