While there is some overlap with the historically industry-leading LEED standard, WELL provides a deep dive into a broader focus on health and well-being.
LEED project teams can achieve 2 points for construction waste management with proper planning and communication. However, all projects must first develop and implement a construction and demolition waste management plan to achieve any points.
The problem with the LEED BPDO Option 2 Credits is that, while they can be achieved, your team really needs to specify which products are going to be used from the beginning of the project in order to achieve them.
Read Green Badger’s construction ESG primer to understand the growing importance of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) reporting in the industry.
Most of the big paint manufacturers have LEED v4 compliant paint products. You’ll find multiple paint product lines that not only meet the Low Emitting Materials requirements but also offer a slew of EPDS, HPDs, Cradle to Cradle certificates, and Product Lens Certifications.
Project teams can switch from LEED v4.0 to v4.1 on a credit by credit basis. Here are Green Badgers tips and recommendations for how to do so.
Highlighting construction flooring adhesives that will help you earn the LEED v4/v4.1 low-emitting materials credit.
Green Badger is bringing together players in the green construction industry to connect on sustainability best practices with a LEED construction user group.
Highlighting construction plumbing adhesives and sealants that will help you earn LEED v4/v4.1 low-emitting materials credits.
Declare labels are another form of material ingredient reporting that are growing in popularity. Learn more about Declare and how it complies with LEED.
Understanding Cradle to Cradle Certified Products® is basic knowledge that you should have if you’re working on a LEED project