When Siemens Energy opened its first U.S. wind turbine nacelle factory in Hutchison, Kansas, it wanted to make sure that the building was built green. As one of the world’s largest providers of renewable energy and environmental technologies, the company embraces the same sustainability merits it sells to its customers.
The Society of Environmentally Responsible Facilities (SERF) is offers a green building certification program that is more flexible and cheaper than LEED. Could this oust LEED as the most popular rating system in the US?
When it comes to LEED documentation, the GreenWizard offers a time saving, streamlined workflow. With a massive green product database and automated credit calculation capabilities, it’s no wonder 7 of the top 15 US design firm’s rely on them.
As the number of LEED certifications continues to grow and the standards for certification become more rigorous, how is it possible that some states are putting bans on LEED Certification? LEED buildings save on energy costs, reduce waste, and makes employees happier - what’s not to love?