Sustainable Sarasota promotes the design, construction, and operation of buildings and facilities that are environmentally responsible, profitable and healthy places to work and live. 

Sarasota County has a number of green building projects underway and is committed to building all future government facilities according to green design standards.

Sustainable Sarasota holds educational workshops and forums for design professionals that focus on energy-efficient buildings and environmental design.

For more information on Sarasota County's green building program, contact Jodi John at 941-861-5656.

What is Green Building?
The fundamentals of sustainable design, the history of green building and the LEED rating system.

Green Buildings in Sarasota County
Sarasota County is committed to building all future facilities according to green design standards.

Productivity Studies
A compilation of studies linking worker productivity and healthy green buildings.

How to Design a Green Home
Learn how to use green design techniques for an energy-efficient, environmentally-friendly home.

Green Building Links
Resources and research on sustainable design and green building.