14.4.5. LEED certification levels

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does LEED stand for?

   Hint

   It's an acronym!

2. 2.

   How many points are needed for Certified level?

   Hint

   It's the lowest certification level.

3. 3.

   What is the highest level of LEED certification?

   • Certified
   • Silver
   • Gold
   • Platinum

   Hint

   It’s the last level you can achieve in the LEED system.

4. 4.

   True or False: LEED certification only applies to new buildings.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about renovations as well.

5. 5.

   Design a hypothetical building project that aims for Platinum certification. List at least five strategies it could utilize to earn points.

   Hint

   Think about how each category contributes to sustainability.

6. 6.

   Discuss how achieving different LEED certification levels may affect a building's lifecycle cost and marketability.

   Hint

   Consider both immediate and long-term financial impacts.