Although there is no single, comprehensive government-wide green building standard, Federal agencies are required to implement certain aspects of green building, including energy and water efficiency; use of recycled content, biobased, or other environmentally preferable building products; and waste recycling, including construction and demolition debris. In addition, continual improvement in operational performance of Federal buildings is being sought through the implementation of environmental management systems.
 
The following is a summary of Federal policies that include provisions for green building: