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Acronymsaka: Leadership in Energy and Environmental Designaka: LEED certification

LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design)

In Plain English

The leading rating system that certifies how green and sustainable a building is.

Definition

Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design is the most widely used green building rating system in the world, developed and administered by the U.S. Green Building Council. LEED projects earn points in categories such as sustainable sites, water efficiency, energy performance, materials, and indoor environmental quality, and are certified at Certified, Silver, Gold, or Platinum levels. Many government agencies require LEED certification for new public buildings, and LEED certification can qualify projects for tax incentives and expedited permitting.

Example

The corporate headquarters achieves LEED Gold certification by incorporating rooftop solar, a high-efficiency HVAC system, and low-VOC interior finishes.

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