The World Green Institute (WGI) is the world's first online learning institution dedicated to the creation and delivery of educational material focused on commercial and residential energy conservation, sustainable practices and green lifestyles.WGI's mandate is to provide cost-effective online "green" education to the general public and to distinct professional constituencies (i.e. architects, engineers, builders, realtors, etc.). Through general interest, continuing education and certification courses, WGI is looking to ensure that the conversion and construction of homes and commercial buildings are done with a focus on green philosophies and sustainable building practices.