LEED Building Sustainability & Efficiency | LEED Certification

What is LEED

LEED* is an acronym that stands for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design. It is a quantifiable system *developed by the US Green Building Council that measures the efficiencies of building mechanics and operational practices.

Costs, Environmental & Social Impact

Typically, savings are around 15% - 40% in Energy & Water Costs Savings once all retro fits are applied to an existing building.

Environmental Impacts Are:

Reduces Air Pollution
Reduces Water Pollution
Reduces Land Pollution
Reduces Wasting Of Water
Reduces Wasteful Energy Consumption
Can Help Reduce Heat Island Effect
Can Help Reduce Light Pollution at Night
Promotes Conservation

Social Benefits/Impact:

Increases General Health
Increases Employee Productivity
Personal Employee Satisfaction
Community Relations
Marketability - LEED Certified buildings / companies are very marketable as environmentally friendly and energy savvy.

Experienced Professionals, Working With You

Retro fitting an existing building requires skilled professionals who know the business. The team at VWI not only knows the business, we help define it, by actually developing and delivering educational programs currently in use by the U.S. Green Building Council. Research, dedication and a strong customer service ethic go into everything we do. By working directly with our clients to obtain LEED certification for their buildings and sustain operational efficiency, we can both share pride in the end results!

VWI Sustainability Consulting 16630 Genesee Ave, Rosemount, MN 55068 p) 952-484-5480 e) info@vwi-consulting.com

VWI Sustainabilty Consulting provides LEED project management and Sustainability consulting in the following areas: Twin Cities, Minneapolis, St. Paul, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, Rochester, Northfield, Mankato, Madison.