We train people who design, construct and operate buildings locally and nationally.

Urban Green Council has trained over 65,000 building professionals on the latest developments and best practices for designing, building and maintaining sustainable buildings.
Urban Green Council offers relevant, comprehensive educational opportunities across multiple formats:
- Live public programs featuring industry experts
- Full-day classes taught by experienced instructors
- Short on-demand courses that you can take at your own pace
- Recorded programs that can be found in our resource library
2025 Energy code training
Catch up on the biggest changes to the NYS energy code and learn how to comply with confidence!
Green Professional training (GPRO)
Learn the skills you need to build, renovate and operate sustainable and high-performance buildings.
Heat pump training
Gain practical skills in heat pump design and installation with Urban Green Council's expert-led training. Learn how to meet growing industry demand and advance building electrification.
Upcoming events
Match Made in NYC: Choosing the Right Heat Pump for Your Building
August 19, 2026
Online training: Is your New York City building considering a switch to heat pumps? Learn the first steps to transitioning.
Cross-Learning Alliance Knitting Circle
August 26, 2026
Join us on August 26 for a second installment of our Cross-Learning Alliance Knitting Circle!