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LEED

American  
Trademark.
  1. Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design: a rating and certification system used to assess the sustainability and environmental impact of buildings and construction projects.


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We use the goals and techniques of LEED, Passive and other approaches to fit the budget and level of interest with our clients.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 13, 2021

Several cities already have innovative programs focused on renewable energy; mass transit; Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, or LEED, buildings; and recycling.

From Slate • Nov. 16, 2016

The most resource-efficient and healthy buildings earn official recognition in the form of LEED, which stands for "Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design," and EPA's Energy Star.

From US News • Jun. 9, 2016

In the United States, most commercial leases require tenants to pay the cost of utilities, which reduces a landlord’s incentive to invest in LEED, or in other energy efficiency capital expenditures.

From Forbes • Feb. 13, 2013

The buildings in Madagascar, Taipei and Seoul are among those that have turned to a U.S.-based process called LEED, short for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, which offers third-party verification.

From New York Times • Mar. 7, 2012