Gregory E. Franta, FAIA
Principal Architect, ENSAR Group, Inc.

Since the early 1970's, Greg Franta has pioneered environmentally sustainable architecture
resulting in successful "green" buildings throughout the world.  Mr. Franta has led ENSAR Group
in providing services on over 500 energy efficient and environmentally sound projects, including
offices, laboratories, educational buildings, health facilities, libraries, homes (including the
White House), and other buildings - many considered the most energy efficient in the U.S.

Greg's work is widely recognized and he is the recipient of the 1998 AIA Colorado Architect of
the Year Award. Greg has been instrumental in developing new environmental resources and
design methodologies for architects.  He has served in the National Board of Directors for the
American Institute of Architects and is a co-founder (past Chairman) of the AIA Committee on
the Environment. Greg is currently chairman of the Sustainable Buildings Industry Council. 

Greg participated in the development of the U.S. Green Building Council's LEED program, he is a
LEED 2.0 Accredited Professional, LEED trainer for USGBC, and part of the LEED certification
team for the USGBC.