SESSION 31 - LEED v5: GREEN BUILDING REDEFINED

 

Concrete's Contribution to LEED v5​

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Tiffany Reed-Villarreal, Director, Sustainability Codes and Standards and Matthew Lemay, Manager, Codes and Sustainability Programs, NRMCA

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The LEED green building rating system has been instrumental in minimizing environmental impacts within the built environment. By promoting sustainable design and operations, it has transformed the construction industry. LEED operates on a credit-based system, awarding points for environmentally friendly strategies. The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) continually raises the bar with each new version. LEED v5 extends beyond current structures—it establishes a foundation for a more sustainable future, emphasizing decarbonization, quality of life, and ecological conservation. This forward-thinking framework encourages near-zero carbon buildings while prioritizing equity, resilience, and the safe, responsible use of resources. This presentation provides an overview of LEED v5 credits and explores how innovative concrete products and systems can contribute to LEED certification.

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Product Spotlight - Climate Earth

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Product Spotlight - Concrete Sustainability Council

Christian Artelt, Heidelberg Materials and Michael Scharpf, Holcim

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