LEED-certified green buildings are better buildings

LEED is the most widely recognized green building rating system in the world. LEED certification offers a framework for healthy, efficient, and cost-effective green buildings, providing environmental and social benefits. It serves as a globally recognized symbol of sustainability leadership, supported by a committed community of organizations and individuals driving market transformation.

Building Design and Construction (BD+C)

For the design and construction of whole buildings, and additions to buildings, of various use types that are either new construction or undergoing major renovations.

Interior Design and Construction (ID+C)

For complete commercial interior fit-out projects that have no scope for the exterior shell of the building and/or site work.

Building Operations and Maintenance (O+M)

For existing buildings that are undergoing improvement work or little to no construction, O+M offers an opportunity to pay close attention to building operations by supporting whole buildings that have been fully operational and occupied for at least one year.

Neighborhood Development (ND)

For new land development projects or redevelopment projects containing residential uses, nonresidential uses, or a mix. Projects can be at any stage of the development process, from conceptual planning to construction.

Cities

For entire cities and sub-sections of a city. LEED for Cities projects can measure and manage their city’s water consumption, energy use, waste, transportation and human experience.