LEEDpisteitä

LEEDpisteitä, also known as Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design points, is a rating system used to quantify and express a building's green building design, construction, operation, and maintenance practices. Developed by the U.S. Green Building Council, LEEDpisteitä is widely recognized and used globally. The system is designed to encourage and recognize best practices in sustainable building design and operation.

LEEDpisteitä is structured around several categories, each with its own set of points. These categories include Sustainable Sites, Water Efficiency, Energy and Atmosphere, Materials and Resources, Indoor Environmental Quality, and Innovation in Design. Each category has specific credits that a building can earn, with points awarded for meeting certain criteria.

The total number of points a building can earn varies depending on the LEED certification level it is pursuing. There are six levels of certification: Certified, Silver, Gold, Platinum, LEED for Homes, and LEED for Neighborhood Development. Each level has a minimum point requirement, with Platinum being the highest, requiring the most points.

LEEDpisteitä is not just about earning points; it is about creating healthier, more efficient, and more environmentally responsible buildings. By focusing on sustainable practices, buildings can reduce their environmental impact, lower operating costs, and improve the health and well-being of occupants. LEEDpisteitä is a valuable tool for architects, developers, and building owners looking to create more sustainable and efficient buildings.