Includes bibliographical references (pages 637-641) and index.
Note
Online resource; title from PDF title page (ScienceDirect, viewed February 17, 2020).
Contents
The meaning of "Green Design" and "Sustainability" -- Basic LEED concepts -- LEED documentation process and technical requirements -- LEED professional accreditation, standards, and codes -- Design strategies and the green design process -- Green building materials and products -- Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ) -- Water efficiency and sanitary waste -- Impact of energy and atmosphere -- Economics of green design.
Summary
Annotation This title provides users with a practical user-friendly roadmap that presents the guidelines for selecting the LEED v4 rating system to better fit a particular project. In addition, the handbook carefully explains the modifications in the credentialing process, including the new 3-Tier system requiring applicants to first take the LEEDT Green Associate exam, followed by the LEEDT Professional Accreditation exam.
