If you’re a general contractor, superintendent, or project manager working on LEED-certified projects, here’s what you need to understand about what’s changing. One of the most important shifts in LEED v5 is how the points are distributed: Carbon performance is now the center of gravity for the entire rating system. The familiar Certified, Silver, Gold,…
by Wiley GrossSustainability Associate at Green Badger It’s hard to believe Q2 of 2026 is nearly over! The Green Badger pack is ready to rumble with LEED v5 preparation for our project teams, especially now that USGBC has set a firm expiration date on LEED v4 registration. Don’t be scared; be prepared with Green Badger. …
FREE TEMPLATE DOWNLOAD Construction Waste Management Plan Template With the new version of the LEED rating system, construction teams will need to place even greater emphasis on waste management. LEED v5 introduces changes to how projects manage and document construction and demolition waste diversion. Use the construction waste management plan template as a framework to…
Cheat Sheet Sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore Access recommendations for which categories to track to earn the LEED v5 ID+C Low-Emitting Materials credit. Keep this cheat sheet handy for all your LEED projects! Download the Cheat Sheet
Cheat Sheet Sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore Access recommendations for which categories to track to earn the LEED v5 BD+C Low-Emitting Materials credit. Keep this cheat sheet handy for all your LEED projects! Download the Cheat Sheet
Cheat Sheet Sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore Access recommendations for which categories to track to earn the LEED v5 Construction & Demolition Waste Diversion credit. Keep this cheat sheet handy for all your LEED projects! Download the Cheat Sheet
By Kristin BrubakerHead of Sustainable Construction Services LEED v5 is the biggest update to the LEED rating system in over a decade, and it’s reshaping how the construction industry approaches decarbonization, materials, and waste. At the Green Building United Sustainability Symposium in Philadelphia, four industry experts came together to break down what LEED v5 actually…
LEED v5 Changes Everything About How Projects Get Documented Most project teams aren’t ready. Carbon, materials, air quality, and documentation now carry more weight than ever. Green Badger helps teams manage it all in real time so nothing gets missed at closeout. Start your LEED v5 project LEED v4 registration closes June 30. LEED v5…
The Ultimate Guide to LEED v5 Construction for General Contractors The most comprehensive educational resource for general contractors, filled with practical guidance on how to navigate and achieve LEED v5 construction credits. by Tommy Linstroth Founder and CEO at Green Badger LEED Fellow Introduction to the Ultimate Guide Hey! I’m Tommy, founder of Green Badger,…
This live webinar is a CE-credit-eligible session designed for general contractors, construction managers, and trade partners to explore their role in LEED v5.
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Wed, June 24, 2026 | 2:00 PM EDT Live Webinar: Monthly LEED Construction User Group Attend this free live session Join our expert-led live webinar! Stop Guessing LEED. Get Clear Answers from Experts. WHY THIS MATTERS NOW LEED construction requirements continue to evolve, and many project teams are left trying to interpret credits, documentation, and…
