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This article discusses GreenPlumbers USA, a comprehensive industry response to climate change and water issues, the program is open to all plumbers, regardless of affiliation or association membership. To actually use the GreenPlumber logo and be referred as a GreenPlumber involves completing specific coursework and signing a separate licensing agreement. The article discusses the five-course accreditation program that is run by the Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling contractors of California Education Foundation, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) corporation. To enhance the technical content of their training and accreditation modules, GreenPlumbers USA recently signed a memorandum of understanding with the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) to extract provisions contained within IAPMO's Uniform Codes. IAPMO and GreenPlumbers will also partner to develop additional programs and services that will advance the sustainability goals of both organizations.