What is LEED®?
The following info was taken from The U.S. Green Building Council website www.USGBC.org
The Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Green Building Rating System™ encourages and accelerates global adoption of sustainable green building and development practices through the creation and implementation of universally understood and accepted tools and performance criteria.
LEED certification provides independent, third-party verification that a building project meets the highest green building and performance measures. All certified projects receive a LEED plaque, which is the nationally recognized symbol demonstrating that a building is environmentally responsible, profitable and a healthy place to live and work. There are both environmental and financial benefits to earning LEED certification.
LEED-certified buildings:
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Lower operating costs and increased asset value.
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Reduce waste sent to landfills.
Conserve energy and water.
Healthier and safer for occupants.
Reduce harmful greenhouse gas emissions.
Qualify for tax rebates, zoning allowances and other incentives in hundreds of cities.
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Demonstrate an owner's commitment to environmental stewardship and social responsibility.
Click here for additional information about Platinum Certification requirements.
For additional information please contact:
Melissa von Stade, Director of Development
215-247-5777 ext. 102
mstade@exchange.upenn.edu
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