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Embodied Carbon
Green Building Standards & Certifications
Discover how certification systems drive sustainable building design and operation worldwide
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Section 1 of 5Why Green Building Standards Matter
Buildings account for nearly 40% of global energy consumption and carbon emissions. Green building standards provide frameworks for designing, constructing, and operating buildings that minimize environmental impact while maximizing occupant health and comfort.
Key Benefits
- •Energy Savings: 25-50% reduction in energy use
- •Water Efficiency: 20-40% lower water consumption
- •Health & Productivity: Better indoor air quality
- •Property Value: 10-20% higher resale values
Major Standards
LEED
Most widely used globally
BREEAM
UK-based assessment
Living Building
Most rigorous standard
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LEED
Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design
World's most widely used green building rating system
BREEAM
Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment
UK-based sustainability assessment for buildings
Living Building
Living Building Challenge
Most rigorous green building standard
Build Your Green Building
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