The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) is the organization that developed and maintains the LEED Rating System. It defines the structure, intent, and requirements of LEED certification systems for various building types (e.g., BD+C, ID+C, O+M, ND, Homes).

“The LEED rating system was developed by the USGBC to provide a framework for healthy, highly efficient, and cost-saving green buildings.”

– LEED v4 BD+C Reference Guide, Introduction

Clarifying the incorrect options:

A. LEED Operations and Maintenance exam is managed by Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI), not USGBC.

C. LEED Credential Maintenance Program (CMP) is also administered by GBCI.

D. LEED User is a third-party platform maintained by BuildingGreen, not USGBC.

Correct answer: B – LEED Rating System, created and maintained by USGBC.