What is LEED?
LEED is the accepted standard for certifying that a building's construction and design meet the benchmarks for responsible building techniques, the use of appropriate materials in the building's construction, and sustainable "green" practices in a building's operation.
The LEED certification process encourages the building's owners, designers, and builders to measure performance in five different areas: sustainable development of the site, energy efficiency, conservation of water, selection of appropriate materials, and indoor environmental quality.
For more information on LEED and its rating system visit the website of the US Green Building Council at www.usgbc.org