LEED for Homes is a rating system developed by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) to evaluate green homes. The checklist includes these categories:
- Location and Linkages
- Sustainable Sites
- Water Efficiency
- Indoor Environmental Quality
- Materials and Resources
- Energy and Atmosphere
- Homeowner Awareness
- Innovation and Design Process
The USGBC also offers ’16 WAYS TO GREEN YOUR HOME.’ Download the PDF by clicking here.
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