HONOLULU-The Howard Hughes Corporation says its Ward Village development has received LEED Neighborhood Development (LEED-ND) Platinum certification.

The Honolulu project becomes the nation's largest LEED-ND Platinum certified project and the only LEED-ND Platinum certified project in the state of Hawaii. The LEED rating system, developed by the U.S. Green Building Council, is the foremost program for buildings, homes and communities that are designed, constructed, maintained and operated for improved environmental and human health performance.

“We are extremely honored to receive LEED-ND Platinum certification, confirming that Ward Village will arguably be the most sustainable community in the country,” said Nick Vanderboom, SVP of Development for The Howard Hughes Corporation. “We are committed to creating a one-of-a-kind, integrated neighborhood in the heart of Honolulu based on thoughtful planning and design that will feature exceptional residences and unique retail offerings set among dynamic public open spaces and walkable streets.”