Using Concrete to Maximize LEED Points
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The proper selection and use of concrete can improve LEED score. Martha VanGeem explains how concrete can be used to maximize LEED points in a Concrete International article.
The Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) green building rating system recognizes buildings with lessened environmental impact using a point system. LEED is both a design guideline for sustainable construction and operation, and a standard for certification. LEED takes a whole-building approach that encourages and guides a collaborative, integrated design and construction process. As a standard, it is predominantly performance-based. The LEED green building rating system, Version 2.0, is consensus-based and administered by the U.S. Green Building Council. It is intended for commercial, institutional and high-rise residential new construction and major renovations.
Martha Van Geem, Principal Engineer and head of Building Science & Sustainability at CTLGroup, co-authored this November 2002 Concrete International article with Medgar L. Marceau.
Source: Concrete International
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