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LEED-CERTIFIED HOMES (LEED - Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design)
WHAT IS A LEED-CERTIFIED HOME?
A LEED certification is a valuable recognition for homeowners and buyers interested in reducing their carbon footprint by living in a sustainable home. Homeowners and buyers can benefit from LEED certification by enjoying lower utility bills, healthier living spaces and reduced impact on the environment.
LEED-Certified homes are designed to provide clean indoor air and ample natural light and to use safe building materials to ensure comfort and good health. They help reduce energy and water consumption, thereby lowering utility bills each month, among other financial and physical benefits.
LEED Certification refers to a home or building that has been designed, built, and will be maintained with sustainability and energy efficiency in mind. LEED Accreditation refers to Contractors or Homebuilders that have the knowledge and certification to construct and produce LEED Certified homes.
LEED-CERTIFIED HOME ARE:
· ENHANCED FOR PEOPLE
LEED-certified homes prioritize the well-being of occupants, providing a healthier and more gratifying indoor environment. They extend their impact beyond individual spaces by addressing community and public health concerns. Acquiring LEED certification signifies a commitment to others in the community, acknowledging the long-lasting benefits of making good choices today.
· ENHANCED FOR VALUE
Investing in LEED-certified home not only yields a superior resale value but also outperforms their non-LEED homes for comfort while simultaneously boasting lower operational costs.
· ENHANCED FOR THE ENVIRONMENT
LEED structures demonstrate a commitment to environmental stewardship by consuming less energy and water, leveraging renewable energy sources, minimizing resource usage, reducing waste, utilizing recycled materials, and preserving land and habitats. These homes enhance occupant comfort and are ideally located near amenities and public transportation options when feasible.
ENERGY-STAR
ENERGY STAR certified new homes include features like: A complete Thermal Enclosure System that includes comprehensive air sealing, quality-installed insulation, and high-performance windows, to deliver improved comfort and lower utility bills. A Thermal Enclosure System is a comprehensive air sealing, properly installed insulation, and high–performance windows work together to enhance comfort, improve durability, reduce maintenance costs, and lower monthly utility bills.
THE IMPACT OF ALL BUILDINGS (commercial & residential)
Not surprisingly, and due the fact that to over 300 million people in the United States need shelter at home and in the workplace, the construction and operation of all buildings in the United State consume the following percentages of all resources:
· 72 percent of all electricity resources
· 39 percent of total energy consumed
· 3 billion tons annually of raw materials
o 40% of: raw stone, gravel and sand
o 38% of steel
o 25% of virgin wood
(Source: United States Environment Protection Agency and the U.S. Green Building Council)
Building a LEED-Certified or ENERGY-STAR Certified home is one of the most impactful ways for individuals to reduce the consumption of resources, care for the environment and provide spaces for healthy living.