Cost Tip

If retrofitting is required, begin with low-cost fixtures and fittings, such as 0.5 gpm faucet aerators, high performance or dual-flush flushometers, and low-flow showerheads.

This compliance path carries minimal costs for documentation.

This compliance path carries no added costs.

This compliance path carries no added cost.

In-house staff may develop this policy and the ensuing economic assessment at minimal cost.

In-house staff can handle lamp inventory and purchasing data tracking and documentation at minimal added cost.

Staff can typically handle the inventory and purchasing plan at minimal cost. Upon request, and particularly for larger projects, some manufacturers or vendors will organize the inventory themselves and provide a ready-made purchasing plan that will meet your LEED goals.

Expect no costs for in-house calculations or tracking and minimal costs when using a consultant to complete calculations using provided data.

Many state and federal agencies offer rebates or other financial incentives to companies that undertake energy-efficiency initiatives.

Building owners can reduce overall operating costs by optimizing energy performance; many operational energy-efficiency improvements will provide instant or short-term paybacks.