Green certification just got tougher under LEED v5

Business leaders, take note – achieving LEED certification is about to become a longer and more complex process. With the introduction of LEED v5 in early 2025, businesses will need to implement continuous monitoring systems for energy use, air quality, and waste management. The focus is shifting from one-time assessments to ongoing performance tracking, adding a new layer of operational intensity but also unlocking potential cost savings.

Key changes

• Energy: Buildings will be scored on real-time tracking of energy usage and emissions, encouraging proactive issue resolution.
• Air quality: More points are available for continuous air monitoring, with stricter benchmarks for pollutants.
• Waste: Waste diversion and reduction now take center stage, requiring structured tracking and reporting.

With green building standards evolving, are your sustainability strategies keeping up? [Read the full article here.]