• Volume Certification Takes a Different LEED Tact

    April 28, 2010
    23 min read
    April 2010 Vol. 8 Issue 4
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    Whitepapers

    New Opportunities for Sustainable Operations with Revised LEED-EBOM Certification

    Insulation Energy Savings: Key Issues and Performance Factors

    Cutting Costs on Real Estate and Facilities

    Case Studies

    New England Patriots and Gillette Stadium make a play for long-term energy conservation and sustainability.

    Waste Minimization Cost Benefit Analysis Fluorescent Lamp Recycling Program

    Taking green beyond cleaning chemicals

    Volume Certification Takes a Different LEED Tact

    The USGBC’s LEED Portfolio Program is nearing the end of its pilot phase, slated for release later this year. The process provides a streamlined and holistic approach to incorporating green measures across a building portfolio vs. a project-by-project basis. Developers, retailers, government entities, REITs, universities, and property management firms all benefit from volume certification.

    But is the program right for your buildings?

      Read more about LEED volume certification …»

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