EApc159 - Green Leases ACP

Green Lease Leaders is a separate program that awards recognition to companies that meet requirements to implement "green" practices in their leases. For a LEED CS project, it would be the building owners/ landlords. Depending on their rating (Silver, Gold, Platinum) you can target extra points in the Optimize Energy Performance credit.

More information here: https://www.greenleaseleaders.com/

It's a separate program designed to help you add additional points to optimize energy performance, specifically for C&S projects. Depending on the recognition level achieved, you can add between 3 to 7 points once you've earned at least 1 point in the credit, without exceeding the available 18 points.

Many developers are currently participating in the program, so it’s a good practice to check if your client is already enrolled.

The Green Lease certification recognizes developers with green leasing contracts. The requirements for applying can be found in their web site, as well as the characteristics that the contract must have to qualify. This certification is external to LEED, but companies that obtain the silver, gold or platinum level recognition can claim points directly in the energy model as an Alternative Compliance Path.

Here are some links that may be useful:

Guide for tenants: https://www.greenleaseleaders.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Landlord-Reference-Guide.pdf

Program requirements: https://www.greenleaseleaders.com/green-leasing/program-requirements/