USGBC Launches LEED v5 to Elevate Green Building
Slice of Construction Team
Apr 30, 2025
Key Highlights:
- LEED v5 prioritizes decarbonization, making up 50% of certification points.
- New resilience assessments target climate adaptation and risk reduction.
- Focus on occupant health with enhanced quality of life credits.
- LEED v5 enhances investment potential with higher ROI for certified buildings.
- User-friendly tools and technology updates streamline certification.
Source: Business Wire
Quotes
“ “LEED v5 raises the bar, further defining and evolving best practices and giving stakeholders across the building industry clear pathways to address today’s challenges to our health, climate, and communities.” ”
Peter Templeton, President and CEO at USGBC
Why This Matters:
LEED v5 is a pivotal evolution in the sustainability sector, directly addressing the urgent need for decarbonization, climate resilience, and occupant health in the building industry. As demand surges for greener, healthier spaces and resilient infrastructure, LEED v5 provides a clear, actionable, and measurable path for developers, investors, and building owners. By refining certification standards and offering powerful new tools, it not only enhances environmental performance but also amplifies commercial value, making sustainability a stronger business proposition than ever before.
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