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LEEDuser helps you certify your building project through the following LEED rating systems with tips, checklists, sample documentation, forums, and more.

Browse for the Credit you need, or view all of the credits in each rating system:

  • LEED-NC: New Construction v2.2,
  • LEED-NC: New Construction v2009,
  • LEED-CS: Core and Shell v2009,
  • LEED-CI: Commercial Interiors v2009,
  • LEED-Schools v2009,
  • LEED-EBOM: Existing Buildings Operation and Maintenance v2009.

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    RE: Geometry baseline vs. proposed building performance
    in NC v2.2 EAp2: Minimum Energy Performance     		186 jaume balana
    quadrant
    Thu, Jun 20, 2013
    How many signs are required for preferred parking?
    in NC 2009 SSc4.3: Alternative Transportation—Low-Emitting and Fuel-Efficient Vehicles     		220 Susan Di Giulio
    Project Manager
    Zinner Consultants
    Thu, Jun 20, 2013
    Slate Porcelain Tiles
    in NC 2009 IEQc4.3: Low-Emitting Materials—Flooring Systems     		203 Benj Herrera
    LEED AP BD+C
    Thu, Jun 20, 2013
    Secure parking garage/room
    in NC 2009 SSc4.2: Alternative Transportation—Bicycle Storage and Changing Rooms     		162 Phillip Cook
    WGE
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
    Duct adhesives
    in CS 2009 IEQc4.1: Low-Emitting Materials—Adhesives and Sealants     		71 Michael E. Edmonds-Bauer
    Edmonds International
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
    Extended Stay?
    in CS 2009 SSc2: Development Density and Community Connectivity     		32 Sara Neff
    Director, Sustainability Programs
    Kilroy Realty Corporation
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
    RE: Recycling Rooms
    in NC 2009 IEQc5: Indoor Chemical and Pollutant Source Control     		192 Dylan Connelly
    Mechanical Engineer
    Integral Group
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
    PI Form 3 occupancy question, transient student vs retail
    in PIf3: Occupant and Usage Data     		107 Mike Stopka
    Director of Sustainability
    Solomon Cordwell Buenz
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
    RE: Line between consumables and 'process' consumables
    in EBOM 2009 MRc1: Sustainable Purchasing—Ongoing Consumables     		78 Jeff Benavides
    Sr. Project Manager
    ecoPreserve: Building Sustainability
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
    RE: E Cigarettes
    in EBOM 2009 IEQp2: Environmental Tobacco Smoke (ETS) Control     		74 Kathryn West
    LEED AP O+M, Guiding Principles Compliance Professional
    Energy Ace
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
    Occupant feedback
    in EBOM 2009 IEQp3: Green Cleaning Policy     		45 Sheryl Swartzle
    LEED administration
    TLC Engineering for Architecture
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
    retention basin and infiltration on site
    in NC 2009 SSc6.2: Stormwater Design—Quality Control     		109 ADRIENN GELESZ
    LEED AP
    ABUD Engineering Ltd.
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
    RE: Modelling Basement Parking
    in NC 2009 EAp2: Minimum Energy Performance     		1,426 Marcus Sheffer
    LEED Fellow
    7group
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
    RE: Submit a Low Mercury ID Credit
    in NC 2009 IDc1: Innovation in Design     		370 Clara Pistoni
    Sustainability Consultant
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
    Definition direct line of sight
    in NC 2009 SSc8: Light Pollution Reduction     		405 Juliane Muench
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
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    Title Comments Most Recent Post
    RE: Geometry baseline vs. proposed building performance
    in NC v2.2 EAp2: Minimum Energy Performance     		186 jaume balana
    quadrant
    Thu, Jun 20, 2013
    How many signs are required for preferred parking?
    in NC 2009 SSc4.3: Alternative Transportation—Low-Emitting and Fuel-Efficient Vehicles     		220 Susan Di Giulio
    Project Manager
    Zinner Consultants
    Thu, Jun 20, 2013
    Slate Porcelain Tiles
    in NC 2009 IEQc4.3: Low-Emitting Materials—Flooring Systems     		203 Benj Herrera
    LEED AP BD+C
    Thu, Jun 20, 2013
    Secure parking garage/room
    in NC 2009 SSc4.2: Alternative Transportation—Bicycle Storage and Changing Rooms     		162 Phillip Cook
    WGE
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
    Duct adhesives
    in CS 2009 IEQc4.1: Low-Emitting Materials—Adhesives and Sealants     		71 Michael E. Edmonds-Bauer
    Edmonds International
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
    Extended Stay?
    in CS 2009 SSc2: Development Density and Community Connectivity     		32 Sara Neff
    Director, Sustainability Programs
    Kilroy Realty Corporation
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
    RE: Recycling Rooms
    in NC 2009 IEQc5: Indoor Chemical and Pollutant Source Control     		192 Dylan Connelly
    Mechanical Engineer
    Integral Group
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
    PI Form 3 occupancy question, transient student vs retail
    in PIf3: Occupant and Usage Data     		107 Mike Stopka
    Director of Sustainability
    Solomon Cordwell Buenz
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
    RE: Line between consumables and 'process' consumables
    in EBOM 2009 MRc1: Sustainable Purchasing—Ongoing Consumables     		78 Jeff Benavides
    Sr. Project Manager
    ecoPreserve: Building Sustainability
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
    RE: E Cigarettes
    in EBOM 2009 IEQp2: Environmental Tobacco Smoke (ETS) Control     		74 Kathryn West
    LEED AP O+M, Guiding Principles Compliance Professional
    Energy Ace
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
    Occupant feedback
    in EBOM 2009 IEQp3: Green Cleaning Policy     		45 Sheryl Swartzle
    LEED administration
    TLC Engineering for Architecture
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
    retention basin and infiltration on site
    in NC 2009 SSc6.2: Stormwater Design—Quality Control     		109 ADRIENN GELESZ
    LEED AP
    ABUD Engineering Ltd.
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
    RE: Modelling Basement Parking
    in NC 2009 EAp2: Minimum Energy Performance     		1,426 Marcus Sheffer
    LEED Fellow
    7group
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
    RE: Submit a Low Mercury ID Credit
    in NC 2009 IDc1: Innovation in Design     		370 Clara Pistoni
    Sustainability Consultant
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
    Definition direct line of sight
    in NC 2009 SSc8: Light Pollution Reduction     		405 Juliane Muench
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
    RE: Community Connectivity
    in NC 2009 SSc2: Development Density and Community Connectivity     		128 Ellen Mitchell
    Sustainable Design Coordinator
    HKS, Inc.
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
    Water Efficiency in Industrail Projects
    in Pilot Credit 18: Appliance & Process Water Use Reduction     		27 Steve Beck
    Chief Sustainability Officer
    LeChase Construction Services LLC
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
    VOC limit floor coating
    in NC 2009 IEQc4.2: Low-Emitting Materials—Paints and Coatings     		340 Andreas Offele
    Ed. Züblin AG - Zentrale Technik TNB
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
    RE: unit (cf/storm)
    in NC 2009 SSc6.1: Stormwater Design—Quantity Control     		141 Ameet AA
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
    Form
    in PIf2: Project Summary Details     		88 M K
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
    Title Comments Most Recent Post
    RE: Project registered as CS2009 but developer just sold 70%
    in LEED Rating System Selection Q&A     		346 Sonia M. Miranda Palacios
    RA / LEED AP BD+C / QCxP
    cota.CERO / Estudio Grinberg
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
    LEED v4-Credits MR-USGBC approved program
    in USGBC Engages Chemical Supply Chain with New LEED v4 Option     		37 Paola Moschini
    Architect LEED AP BD+C
    MACRO DESIGN STUDIO
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
    RE: LEED v4 Voting
    in Sixth Comment Period for LEED v4 Won't Delay Member Ballot     		34 Bill Swanson
    PE, LEED AP
    Integrated Architecture
    Tue, Jun 18, 2013
    RE: Meeting GIBp2 and GIBp3 in mixed uUse Buildings not fully leased
    in LEED for Neighborhood Development (LEED-ND) Forum     		171 Marc Mondor
    Principal
    evolve LLC
    Tue, Jun 18, 2013
    RE: PIf3 Default Occupancy
    in PI Form 3 - Occupant and Usage Data     		68 Michael Smithing
    Director - Green Building Advisory
    Colliers International
    Tue, Jun 18, 2013
    RE: what are your AGMBC Part II questions
    in New LEED Guidance for Campuses and Multiple Buildings     		327 Nicole Kimoto
    Architects Pacific, Inc.
    Mon, Jun 17, 2013
    LEED v4 Homes
    in LEED v4 Public Comment Forum - LEED Takes a New Direction     		97 Alicia Silva
    CEO
    Revitaliza consultores
    Mon, Jun 17, 2013
    RE: Contractor refusing to submit LEED documentation with submittals
    in Start a New LEED Discussion Topic     		20 Susan Walter
    Sr Project Architect
    Wilmot/Sanz
    Mon, Jun 17, 2013
    RE: LEED for homes certification in United Arab Emirates
    in LEED for Homes (LEED-H) Forum     		104 Mohd Imran Shaikh
    Sun, Jun 16, 2013
    MPR 6 Compliance through a different Portfolio manager
    in Video: LEED Energy Reporting Made Easy     		4 Vinsu Shah
    Intern Architect
    LLB Architects
    Fri, Jun 14, 2013
    First in Africa ?
    in First-in-Country Projects to Get Free LEED Certification     		5 Mike Barker
    Principal : Energy / Electrical Engineer
    BuildingPhysics South Africa
    Wed, Jun 12, 2013
    LEED ND acronyms
    in What’s New in LEED for Neighborhood Development v4     		1 Paul Suckow
    Sr. Planner
    Harris County
    Wed, Jun 12, 2013
    RE: Mechanics of Appealing
    in LEED Reviews: LEED Online, Appeals, Design/Construction Submittals, and more     		362 Elizabeth Thompson
    LEED Specialist
    USGBC
    Wed, Jun 12, 2013
    RE: LEED scorecards
    in Scorecard     		3 Susan Walter
    Sr Project Architect
    Wilmot/Sanz
    Wed, Jun 12, 2013
    RE: I took both tests
    in 10 Tips for Passing the LEED Green Associate Exam     		11 Paula Melton
    Managing Editor
    BuildingGreen, Inc.
    Wed, Jun 12, 2013
    RE: LEED-NC alteration
    in Minor Renovation of an Existing LEED Certified Building     		3 Camala Jones
    Sustainability Coordinator
    Tue, Jun 11, 2013
    Construction Documents
    in Construction Documents     		2 Jeannine Cone
    Tue, Jun 11, 2013
    Campus projects with different rating system
    in International Projects - alternative compliance path     		120 Lolita Wu
    Fri, Jun 7, 2013
    RE: Can't select "other" in space usage type drop down
    in Filling out Space Usage Type     		19 Erica Downs
    Sustainability & LEED Consultant
    Tue, Jun 4, 2013
    FTE for a Kinder-6thGrade school in LEED New Construction v2.2
    in Calculating FTEs     		136 Cristina Algaze
    Architect. LEED AP BD+C.
    Tue, Jun 4, 2013
    Title Votes Comments Most Recent Post
    RE: Help needed: Process Energy / Water - 25% Default vs. Actual
    in NC 2009 EAc1: Optimize Energy Performance     		7 839 Carolina Vergnano
    LEED AP
    Concremat
    Thu, Sep 22, 2011
    RE: Help needed: Process Energy / Water - 25% Default vs. Actual
    in NC 2009 EAc1: Optimize Energy Performance     		7 839 Marcus Sheffer
    LEED Fellow
    7group
    Fri, Sep 23, 2011
    LPD for space with higher headroom
    in NC 2009 EAc1: Optimize Energy Performance     		7 839 William Wong
    Sun, Feb 12, 2012
    RE: LPD for space with higher headroom
    in NC 2009 EAc1: Optimize Energy Performance     		7 839 Marcus Sheffer
    LEED Fellow
    7group
    Mon, Feb 13, 2012
    RE: ABSL-3 Baseline vs. Proposed Fan Energy for RTU
    in NC 2009 EAc1: Optimize Energy Performance     		7 839 Marcus Sheffer
    LEED Fellow
    7group
    Tue, Feb 14, 2012
    Energy Modeling with California T24-2008
    in NC 2009 EAc1: Optimize Energy Performance     		7 839 Eileen Hughes
    Perkowitz+Ruth Architects
    Tue, Feb 21, 2012
    RE: Energy Modeling with California T24-2008
    in NC 2009 EAc1: Optimize Energy Performance     		7 839 Marcus Sheffer
    LEED Fellow
    7group
    Tue, Feb 21, 2012
    Buildings with Non-Standard Space Temp/Humidity Conditions
    in NC 2009 EAc1: Optimize Energy Performance     		7 839 Jason Matiacio
    EI, LEED AP BD+C
    Moses and Associates
    Tue, Feb 28, 2012
    RE: Buildings with Non-Standard Space Temp/Humidity Conditions
    in NC 2009 EAc1: Optimize Energy Performance     		7 839 Marcus Sheffer
    LEED Fellow
    7group
    Tue, Feb 28, 2012
    RE: Buildings with Non-Standard Space Temp/Humidity Conditions
    in NC 2009 EAc1: Optimize Energy Performance     		7 839 Jason Matiacio
    EI, LEED AP BD+C
    Moses and Associates
    Wed, Feb 29, 2012
    RE: Buildings with Non-Standard Space Temp/Humidity Conditions
    in NC 2009 EAc1: Optimize Energy Performance     		7 839 Marcus Sheffer
    LEED Fellow
    7group
    Thu, Mar 1, 2012
    ASHRAE 90.1 2007 - Evaporative humidifier/ cooler
    in NC 2009 EAc1: Optimize Energy Performance     		7 839 Ricardo Marques
    Mon, Mar 5, 2012
    RE: Fan Power Calculation
    in NC 2009 EAc1: Optimize Energy Performance     		7 839 Marcus Sheffer
    LEED Fellow
    7group
    Tue, Mar 6, 2012
    RE: ASHRAE 90.1 2007 Humidification system
    in NC 2009 EAc1: Optimize Energy Performance     		7 839 Ricardo Marques
    Tue, Mar 6, 2012
    RE: ASHRAE 90.1 2007 Humidification system
    in NC 2009 EAc1: Optimize Energy Performance     		7 839 Marcus Sheffer
    LEED Fellow
    7group
    Tue, Mar 6, 2012
    RE: Fan Power Calculation
    in NC 2009 EAc1: Optimize Energy Performance     		7 839 Smart Green
    Wed, Mar 7, 2012
    RE: ASHRAE 90.1 2007 Humidification system
    in NC 2009 EAc1: Optimize Energy Performance     		7 839 Ricardo Marques
    Wed, Mar 7, 2012
    RE: Fan Power Calculation
    in NC 2009 EAc1: Optimize Energy Performance     		7 839 Marcus Sheffer
    LEED Fellow
    7group
    Wed, Mar 7, 2012
    RE: ASHRAE 90.1 2007 Humidification system
    in NC 2009 EAc1: Optimize Energy Performance     		7 839 Marcus Sheffer
    LEED Fellow
    7group
    Wed, Mar 7, 2012
    RE: Air recirculation and outdoor air
    in NC 2009 EAc1: Optimize Energy Performance     		7 839 Francesco Passerini
    Fri, Aug 17, 2012
    Title Comments Most Recent Post
    How many signs are required for preferred parking?
    in NC 2009 SSc4.3: Alternative Transportation—Low-Emitting and Fuel-Efficient Vehicles     		220 Susan Di Giulio
    Project Manager
    Zinner Consultants
    Thu, Jun 20, 2013
    Slate Porcelain Tiles
    in NC 2009 IEQc4.3: Low-Emitting Materials—Flooring Systems     		203 Benj Herrera
    LEED AP BD+C
    Thu, Jun 20, 2013
    Secure parking garage/room
    in NC 2009 SSc4.2: Alternative Transportation—Bicycle Storage and Changing Rooms     		162 Phillip Cook
    WGE
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
    Duct adhesives
    in CS 2009 IEQc4.1: Low-Emitting Materials—Adhesives and Sealants     		71 Michael E. Edmonds-Bauer
    Edmonds International
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
    Extended Stay?
    in CS 2009 SSc2: Development Density and Community Connectivity     		32 Sara Neff
    Director, Sustainability Programs
    Kilroy Realty Corporation
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
    PI Form 3 occupancy question, transient student vs retail
    in PIf3: Occupant and Usage Data     		107 Mike Stopka
    Director of Sustainability
    Solomon Cordwell Buenz
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
    Occupant feedback
    in EBOM 2009 IEQp3: Green Cleaning Policy     		45 Sheryl Swartzle
    LEED administration
    TLC Engineering for Architecture
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
    retention basin and infiltration on site
    in NC 2009 SSc6.2: Stormwater Design—Quality Control     		109 ADRIENN GELESZ
    LEED AP
    ABUD Engineering Ltd.
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
    Unmet Load Hours
    in NC 2009 EAp2: Minimum Energy Performance     		1,426 Jean Marais
    b.i.g. Bechtold DesignBuilder Expert
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
    emergency Stairs
    in NC 2009 IEQc4.3: Low-Emitting Materials—Flooring Systems     		203 Omar ElRawy
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
    Definition direct line of sight
    in NC 2009 SSc8: Light Pollution Reduction     		405 Juliane Muench
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
    Water Efficiency in Industrail Projects
    in Pilot Credit 18: Appliance & Process Water Use Reduction     		27 Steve Beck
    Chief Sustainability Officer
    LeChase Construction Services LLC
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
    VOC limit floor coating
    in NC 2009 IEQc4.2: Low-Emitting Materials—Paints and Coatings     		340 Andreas Offele
    Ed. Züblin AG - Zentrale Technik TNB
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
    Signage matters and alternative fueling stations
    in NC 2009 SSc4.3: Alternative Transportation—Low-Emitting and Fuel-Efficient Vehicles     		220 Juliane Muench
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
    Indoor lighting and working between 11 pm and 5 am.
    in NC 2009 SSc8: Light Pollution Reduction     		405 Juliane Muench
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
    Full extent of documenting hazardous chemicals and gases
    in NC 2009 IEQc5: Indoor Chemical and Pollutant Source Control     		192 Sean Hogan
    LEED AP
    RKD Architects
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
    Form
    in PIf2: Project Summary Details     		88 M K
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
    LEED v4-Credits MR-USGBC approved program
    in USGBC Engages Chemical Supply Chain with New LEED v4 Option     		37 Paola Moschini
    Architect LEED AP BD+C
    MACRO DESIGN STUDIO
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
    Indoor Turf
    in NC 2009 IEQc4.3: Low-Emitting Materials—Flooring Systems     		203 Martha Norbeck
    President
    C-Wise Design and Consulting LLC
    Tue, Jun 18, 2013
    Default Occupancy and WEp1
    in PIf3: Occupant and Usage Data     		107 Mary Ostafi
    Sustainability Specialist
    HOK
    Tue, Jun 18, 2013

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