### Question
How does the law define consortium?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 17082*, **consortium** is defined as:

> a High-Performance Green Building Consortium selected by the Commercial Director

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 17082*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 152-ENERGY INDEPENDENCE AND SECURITY > SUBCHAPTER III-ENERGY SAVINGS IN BUILDINGS AND INDUSTRY > Part B-High-Performance Commercial Buildings**

