LEED
In providing socially responsible buildings for our clients, FPBA aligns our design standards with the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) green building rating system. LEED® is the nationally-accepted benchmark for the design, construction, and operation of high performance green buildings. Sustainable buildings provide our clients with the tools they need to have an immediate and measurable impact on their buildings performance.
LEED can be applied to every building type and phase of a building lifecycle. Specific programs exist for:
Breakthroughs in building science, technology and operations are available to those who want to build green and maximize both economic and environmental performance.
Environmental benefits:
- Enhance and protect ecosystems and biodiversity
- Improve air and water quality
- Reduce solid waste
- Conserve natural resources
Economic benefits:
- Reduce operating costs
- Enhance asset value and profits
- Improve employee productivity and satisfaction
- Optimize life-cycle economic performance
Health and community benefits:
- Improve air, thermal and acoustic environments
- Enhance occupant comfort and health
- Minimize strain on local infrastructure
- Contribute to overall quality of life
For a more in-depth look at the viability of LEED, we welcome the opportunity to study the benefits of high performance environmentally friendly building designs directly to your project.
