Since its foundation in 2007, the DGNB has established itself as one of the fastest growing civil society organisations in Germany. In doing so, the DGNB brings together all relevant participants in the construction and real estate industry under the umbrella of sustainable construction. To make the DGNB's extraordinary success story more tangible, we have brought together some key figures relating to our work. These illustrate the global recognition and reach of our activities.
Facts and figures on the council and network
biggest network for sustainable building in Europe
among Green Building Councils worldwide
areas of the construction and real estate industry are covered by our members
founding members
initiators of the DGNB
participants at DGNB events in 2023
municipalities and planning offices are involved in DGNB initiatives
Things to know about DGNB Certification
presented DGNB awards
countries with DGNB-certified projects
million square metres of certified space
Market leader in Germany for building certification
Market leader in Europe for district certification
market share among certified commercial properties in Germany
Market share in new commercial property construction in Germany
Key figures for the DGNB Academy
qualified DGNB experts for sustainable planning, building and operating of buildings
countries with qualified DGNB experts
International DGNB Consultants and Auditors
licensed DGNB Auditors
licensed DGNB Consultants
licensed DGNB ESG-Managers
DGNB Registered Professionals
people attended DGNB Academy basic courses and seminars in 2023