Energy Efficiency in Commercial Buildings: LEED BD+C Energy and Atmosphere Credits Explained

LEED BD+C (Building Design and Construction) is a green building rating system developed by the US Green Building Council (USGBC) to recognize sustainable building practices and reduce the environmental impact of buildings. The Energy and Atmosphere (EA) category under LEED BD+C provides credits for energy efficiency, renewable energy, and greenhouse Read more…

An Overview of LEED for Building Operations and Maintenance (O+M) Certification: Points and Certification Level

LEED for Operations and Maintenance (O+M) is a rating system designed to help building owners and operators measure and improve the performance of their existing buildings. The system provides a framework for implementing sustainable practices in areas such as energy and water efficiency, waste reduction, and indoor air quality. LEED Read more…

Navigating LEED EB-(O+M): A Step-by-Step approach to comply Location and Transportation Prerequisite for Transportation Performance

Transportation is a major contributor to greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution. Sustainable building practices aim to reduce the environmental impact of transportation by encouraging the use of alternative modes of transportation. The Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) rating system offers credits to buildings that are able to Read more…