LEED
Learn more about LEED, a widely used rating system for green buildings developed by the U.S. Green Building Council.
What is LEED?
LEED, which stands for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, is a widely used rating system for green buildings across the globe developed by the non-profit organisation U.S. Green Building Council.
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Why Does it Matter?
LEED offers a comprehensive framework that promotes healthy, efficient, and cost-effective building practices for various types of buildings. LEED certification is applicable to a variety of building types, including new constructions, interiors, operations and maintenance, and core and shell.
LEED in Ireland
Launched in 1998, LEED has been gaining traction around the world – in fact 1 of every 3 LEED projects is outside the United States. According to USGBC, there are more than 100 certified projects in Ireland, of which 60% achieved the certification in the past two years. (Data: USGBC, March 2020.)
You can browse all the projects in this directory.
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