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An investment in LEED equals a lifetime of returns. LEED certified buildings are safer, greener and save owners on maintenance costs over a building’s life cycle. LEED works for all building types anywhere. Explore our LEED project directory.
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square feet certified LEED daily
94,000 +
participating LEED projects (excludes LEED ND)
165 +
countries & territories with LEED projects
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