Refrigerants play an important role in heating, ventilating, air-conditioning, and refrigeration (HVAC&R) equipment. They are essential to keep our indoor environment comfortable and cool. However, some refrigerants contribute to climate change and ozone depletion. The use of such refrigerants has prompted building owners and managers to adopt new refrigerant management Read more…
The Grid Harmonization credit for LEED Existing Buildings (O+M) aims to promote demand response technologies and programs that improve energy generation and distribution systems, increase grid reliability, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. This credit is worth one point, and the following are the requirements to achieve it: Case 1: Demand Read more…
LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) is a green building certification program that aims to promote sustainable practices and reduce the impact of buildings on the environment. One of the credits in the LEED rating system is the Site Management credit, which is available under the Operations and Maintenance Read more…
Indoor air quality (IAQ) is an important consideration in any building design and operation. It has a direct impact on the health, comfort, and well-being of occupants. One way to ensure good IAQ is to follow the LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification system, which provides a framework Read more…
Environmental Tobacco Smoke Control is an important prerequisite in LEED certification, which aims to reduce the exposure of occupants to tobacco smoke. Here are the step by step methods to comply with the LEED credit related to Environmental Tobacco Smoke Control: Step 1: Develop a No-Smoking PolicyThe first step is Read more…
LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification is a globally recognized symbol of sustainability achievement in building design and operation. One of the key areas of focus for LEED certification is indoor environmental quality (EQ). Among the various EQ credits, daylight is one of the most important ones. Daylight Read more…
LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) is a green building certification program that recognizes sustainable building practices. One of the key credits in the program is the Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ) credit, which aims to improve indoor air quality and promote the well-being, comfort, and productivity of building occupants. Read more…
LEED EBOM (Existing Buildings: Operations and Maintenance) certification focuses on improving the sustainability performance of existing buildings. One of the credit requirements for LEED EBOM certification is Heat Island Reduction, which aims to minimize the negative impact of heat islands on the environment and human health. This article will discuss Read more…
The LEED EBOM Sustainable Site Credit: Light Pollution Reduction is an important credit for building owners and operators to consider in their sustainability efforts. This credit applies to existing buildings seeking to improve their sustainability performance and can earn one point towards LEED EBOM certification. The intent of this credit Read more…
LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) is a globally recognized rating system that offers a framework for sustainable building design, construction, and operation. One of the credits required for certification is the Low Emitting Materials credit. The purpose of this credit is to reduce the concentrations of chemical contaminants Read more…