Earth Advantage

Earth Advantage is a U.S.-based nonprofit organization that provides certification programs for residential homes, remodels, and communities, with a focus on energy efficiency, indoor health, and reducing the carbon footprint of the built environment. Their certifications are designed to give homeowners, builders, and developers a credible, nationally recognized way to document and communicate a home's climate and health performance.

The organization also operates the Green Building Registry, a public database of certified homes, and offers training and education for building industry professionals. Their work spans the full housing market, from individual builders seeking to differentiate their projects to policymakers and lenders working to account for energy performance in home valuations.

Earth Advantage is primarily relevant for construction professionals, homebuilders, and developers operating in the United States who want to pursue a third-party green building certification that is recognized across the industry. The program is particularly oriented toward making sustainable building practices practical and accessible, rather than reserved for high-end or custom construction.