Great subject. I would add to say that as (27% all LEED registered ft² is outside the USA) LEED becomes the internationally dominant green building certification program, it should be considered...

I would check the intent of the credit and add to say that they pretty much would have all the properties that a roof would have. Also, make sure that you are consitant across the credits with...

I understand that there is a J-1772 compliant outlet that only needs a
120v power supply. Will this be acceptable for Credit 4.3- Opt 2, Alternative Fuel Station?

I'll throw my two cents in that the USGBC should consider prohibiting smoking for LEED certification. I understand that pressure from the tobacco industry might prevent an outright ban. That...

I've got a project trying to meet the requirements of LZ2 under this credit. the LEED boundary abuts the public rights-of-way at all points. It is essentially an island between streets. The...

This is welcome news that they are considering it - judging by anecdotal evidence, the biggest concern I have about eliminating precedence of previous CIRs is the inconsistency between different...

A couple of our readers posted questions in this space asking for specific guidance on applying IEQp1 in international settings, dealing specifically with ASHRAE-62 issues. I apologize, but those...

There is a link to the Innovation in Design Credit Catalog on this site (thank you!) Can anyone clarify for me whether or not the ID credits listed as Accepted ("A") in this catalog are still...

The Carbon Trust Good Practice Guide 237 — Natural Ventilation in Non-Domestic Buildings — a Guide for Designers, Developers and Owners

I can't find it. Not in the links given or using...

I am working on a project that runs 24-7, every day of the year. Has anyone heard of exceptions made in terms of meeting the Interior Lighting requirement that "all non-emergency interior...