Introduction -- The DOD operating environment, building standards, and green building certification systems -- The committee's evaluation of the DOD consultant's report -- Benefits and costs associated with high-performance of green guildings: summary of the literature review -- Findings and recommended approaches for DOD's consideration -- References -- Appendixes: A. Biosketches of committee members, B. Committee meetings, briefings, and public comment, C. The DOD consultant's report, D. Literature review, E. Guiding principles for federal leadership in high-performance and sustainable buildings, F. Acronyms and abbreviations.