Net-Zero Buildings: Inexpensive Next Step From LEED-Platinum
It costs just 1-3% more for a building to consume 60% less energy, and a bit more to get to net-zero using solar.
LEED v4 Encourages Developers to Build for the Future
The new version of LEED focuses on outcomes, rather than piecemeal features of buildings.
World's First Net-Zero Stadium Hosts World Cup, Olympics
Brazil is finishing the renovation this year for this unique stadium, which will also be LEED-Platinum certified.
San Francisco's Moscone Convention Center is LEED-Gold
The Moscone Convention Center is now the biggest municipally owned green building in the city.
San Francisco Medical Office Earns LEED Platinum Recognition
Water efficiency, paperless records and specialized equipment contributed to the certification.
Industry Group Challenges LEED Green Building Certification
Chamber of Commerce, plastic, chemicals, construction industry has formed a group to challenge LEED as the industry standard for green building.
Banks Make More Money When They're LEED-Certified
PNC Financial branches generate almost $500,000 more per employee when they're LEED-certified.
Which States Added the Most LEED-Certified Buildings in 2011?
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) released its 2011 list of top 10 states for LEED-certified commercial and institutional green buildings per capita.
Empire State Building Achieves LEED Gold Certification
The NYC icon is the most well known building in the US to receive certification from the US Green Building Council.
First Floating Building to Apply for LEED Certification
The marina project in Lake Mead National Recreation Area in Nevada is expected to attain Leed Gold certification.