U.S. Department of State Bureau of Overseas Buildings Operations AwardedLEED® Gold Certification For New U.S. Embassy Port Moresby

In recognition of the Department’s commitment to environmental leadership and sustainable design, the new U.S. Embassy Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea achieved Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED®) Gold certification from the United States Green Building Council.

Designed in collaboration by KCCT Architecture and Krueck Sexton Partners and constructed by Framaco International Inc., the new embassy building symbolizes the strength of our shared commitment to democracy, sustainability, human rights, economic development, and increased cooperation on shared global priorities.

Serving as a model of environmental stewardship, the new embassy utilizes advanced strategies and systems such as solar photovoltaic panels, an energy recovery ventilation system, and the latest in modern lighting technologies. It also incorporates green open space, using indigenous plant species to showcase the natural beauty of the local flora and reduce the heat island effect that is often a result of urban development. The site will collect stormwater and runoff for irrigation, keeping the harbor clean and reducing demand on the city’s drainage system. The combination of energy- and water-saving features ensure the embassy is respectful of the region’s resources while providing secure and sustainable space for the U.S. Mission.

U.S. Embassy Port Moresby was completed in 2022 and joins 64 other U.S. diplomatic missions worldwide that have achieved LEED certification: three Platinum, 24 Gold, 22 Silver and 15 base level LEED-certified missions.

The U.S. Department of State Bureau of Overseas Buildings Operations (OBO) is the single real property manager for the planning, acquisition, design, construction, operations, maintenance, and disposal of U.S. governmental diplomatic and consular property overseas. OBO provides the most effective facilities for United States diplomacy abroad. Our secure, functional, and resilient facilities enable U.S. foreign policy through building technologies, sustainability, art, and culture.

For further information, please contact OBOExternalAffairs@state.gov or visit the OBO website.