Published on:
3 Jun 2014
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Confused about the difference between initial certification for existing buildings and recertification? Consider these scenarios:
A. Acme Inc. has been in their building for the last 10 years. They’ve made significant upgrades to their facilities and are looking to certify their performance initiatives through LEED. Their building has never been certified before.
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