WHAT DOES LEED CERTIFIED MEAN?
The USGBC (United States Green Building Council) has created a rating system, LEED, (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design). Green Building Council members, representing every sector of the building industry, developed and continue to refine this international rating system. The “LEED for Homes” rating system addresses eight major areas:
The USGBC (United States Green Building Council) has created a rating system, LEED, (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design). Green Building Council members, representing every sector of the building industry, developed and continue to refine this international rating system. The “LEED for Homes” rating system addresses eight major areas:
- Sustainable Sites
- Water Efficiency
- Energy and Atmosphere
- Materials and Resources
- Indoor Environmental Quality
- Innovation and Design process
- Location and Linkages
- Awareness and Education



