Why join?

The One Planet Communities programme has members around the world, has achieved international recognition and prestige with some of our partners winning significant awards for their work on sustainability.

The key benefits for developers include:

1.      A simple, structured route to translate the concept of deep sustainability into reality.

Our partners receive dedicated support from BioRegional’s team in applying the holistic One Planet framework at all stages of a development. We have extensive practical experience of the design and construction of cost effective, inspirational and replicable sustainable building and development projects gained from working on projects around the world.

For more information about the structure of the programme, please visit the Steps to Endorsement page.

2.     A clear way to communicate your sustainability work using the language of the 10 One Planet Principles

3.     An approach which builds on, rather than duplicates, your work achieving national and international industry standards such as LEED, Code for Sustainable Homes, BREEAM

4.     Membership of an international network of the world’s most advanced, high-profile green developments – and the benefits of learning from these innovative market leaders

5.     Market differentiation following from endorsement  by industry renowned experts and use of the One Planet logo

6.    As a not for profit organisation, we create beneficial alliances and goodwill with government, community, media, and donors.