Doing Your Research: Green Building/LEED Info
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The
United States Green Building Council awards Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification to new and existing buildings, schools and homes based on a point system. LEED certification levels are acquired through the following predetermined points system:
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LEED Certification
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LEED Points Required
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| Platinum |
52-69 |
| Gold |
39-51 |
| Silver |
33-38 |
| Certified |
26-32 |
Devon Bank in Illinois is using their 6 Windspires to go for Platinum LEED Certification.
Installing renewable energy on-site can result in 1-4 points towards LEED certification depending on the total percentage of power generated:
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LEED Points
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Percent of Energy Needs Derived from On-site Renewables
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| 1 |
3% |
| 2 |
6% |
| 3 |
9% |
| 4 |
12% |