In today’s world, buildings are responsible for a significant portion of global greenhouse gas emissions. They consume a substantial amount of energy, water, and resources, impacting the environment and the economy. With the increasing focus on sustainability and the need to measure and improve performance, LEED (Leadership in Energy and Read more…
LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) is a widely recognized green building certification program that assesses the sustainability performance of buildings. One of the important credit categories for LEED certification is Location and Transportation. This credit category encourages projects to reduce pollution and greenhouse gas emissions associated with transportation, Read more…
Data monitoring is an important aspect of sustainable building management. It enables building owners and operators to track building performance and identify areas where energy efficiency can be improved. Arc is a powerful platform that provides a data-driven solution to sustainable improvement. One of the key features of Arc is Read more…
An increase of 1.4 billion square feet over the previous year was recorded in August by projects using the Arc tool to measure performance data, which reported a total of 7 billion square feet of space across 138 different nations. The United States has the largest share of projects, followed Read more…
An increase of 1.4 billion square feet over the previous year was recorded in August by projects using the Arc tool to measure performance data, which reported a total of 7 billion square feet of space across 138 different nations. The United States has the largest share of projects, followed Read more…
Compliance to LEED Credit Surrounding Density and Diverse Uses As the world becomes more urbanized, building design and construction must adapt to create sustainable communities. LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification provides a framework for sustainable building practices that aim to minimize the negative impact of buildings on Read more…
A step-by-step approach to getting your building certified LEED Zero Water Use: Determine if your building is eligible for LEED Zero Water certification: Your building must first meet the requirements for LEED certification, and then meet the additional requirements for Zero Water certification. Gather data on potable water consumption for Read more…
To comply with the LEED credit for fresh air requirement of a building, you will need to follow a testing procedure to determine the amount of fresh air needed for each application area based on the area and number of occupants. The procedure involves calculating the required ventilation rate for Read more…
LEED certification is a third-party verification program that recognizes buildings for their sustainable design, construction, and operation. The cost of LEED certification can vary depending on several factors, including the type and size of the building, the location, the certification level sought, and the scope of services required from the Read more…
India has emerged as one of the leading countries in terms of LEED-certified green buildings, and now, Indian companies are increasingly opting for LEED for Cities and Communities certification from the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC). With rapid urbanization and the growth of cities in India, LEED certification has become Read more…