Wondering what to do when choosing a rating system isn’t as simple as black and white?
LEED v4 addresses 21 different types of buildings and spaces, but how do you know which one to choose when you’ve got a mixed use space?
Enter the 40/60 rule. This model provides guidance for making a decision when several rating systems appear to be appropriate for a project.
The great Rick Fedrizzi recently noted that “our homes play the biggest role in our lives. They bookend our days… Imagine if all people started their days from a sustainable home, with a native awareness of efficiency and efficacy; of better health and resilience. Imagine if we used our homes as the base camp for healthy living, in every aspect of our lives… They could be the touchstone for being mindful of sustainability for our present and future.”
You’ve decided to pursue LEED, but you’re looking for some guidance to select a rating system before you register your project.
Here’s how to use the guidance below:
Please pay close attention to this guidance, because if you select a rating system that doesn’t apply, USGBC may request that you change your project’s rating system.
You’ve decided to pursue LEED v4, but you’re looking for some guidance to select a rating system before you register your project. Looking for LEED 2009 Rating System Selection Guidance? Access.
Here’s how to use the guidance below:
This article is part 1 of a 4 part series on “Greening your college life.”
As a college student, I know first-hand that it can seem difficult to lead a sustainable life in college. Dorm buildings are often less energy efficient, recycling options might be limited, and students don’t have extra money to splurge on eco-friendly products.
However, even if you live in an older building — and even if you’re not in college — it’s still possible to make a difference and have a positive environmental impact.
With each visit I make to China I continue to stand in awe of the presence of LEED and the leaders behind it.
After my second trip to China this year, I can assure you that LEED is alive and well. This is because true market leaders have continued to raise the bar when it comes to quality, sustainable buildings.
You’ve decided to pursue the LEED Green Associate professional credential, but you aren’t sure how to start preparing for the exam.
Review this cheat sheet for a description of exam content areas, which include task domains and knowledge domains.
Looking for a LEED review to be completed this year, or before Greenbuild?
If so, be sure to submit for review on time! See below for application deadlines based on typical review timelines.
The following deadlines apply to all commercial rating systems (not including LEED Volume), and assume that no appeal review is necessary. Appeal reviews typically take 20-25 business days, expedited appeal reviews are on a 10-business day timeline.
As an 11-year USGBC veteran and headquarters tour guide, you could say I’ve developed an affinity for our space.
Check out my Q&A to get the inside scoop on the USGBC headquarters tour program.
Q. Why does USGBC have a tour program?
