WASHINGTON — The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) welcomes four new members onto its board and announced Dr. Aaron Bernstein, associate director at Harvard University’s Center for Health and the Global Environment, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, as the new board chair. The new members include Dan McQuade, managing director at Global Infrastructure Solutions (GIS); Karen Weigert, vice president of business strategy and regional operations at Slipstream; Doug Woods, co-founder of DPR Construction; and Lakisha Ann Woods, president and CEO of the National Institute of Building Sciences.
“Dr. Bernstein has been a longtime supporter of USGBC and we’re fortunate to have him step into this new role as our board chair,” said Mahesh Ramanujam, president and CEO, USGBC. “Our board plays a pivotal role in guiding USGBC as we look for new ways to shape the future of green building, and we’re grateful for their service. The addition of Dan, Karen, Doug, and Lakisha Ann provides us with valuable perspectives as we remain committed to elevating the living standard for all through healthier, more sustainable buildings, cities, and communities.”