McMaster takes the LEED

[img_inline align=”right” src=”http://padnws01.mcmaster.ca/images/LesPrinceHall01.jpg” caption=”Les Prince Hall is one of the first student residences in Canada to be LEED certified. File photo. “]When it comes to constructing and renovating sustainable buildings, McMaster is taking the LEED.

LEED which stands for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design is a set of standards developed by the United States Green Building Council. In 2003, the Canada Green Building Council received permission to adopt its own version of the U.S. Green rating system. The system takes into consideration the national climate, local construction practices, regulations and the Canadian market through a process that incorporates stakeholders and experts from various sectors of industry.

McMaster has two buildings that are LEED certified: Les Prince Hall, one of the first student residences in Canada to be certified, and the David Braley Athletic Centre.

The University implemented a Sustainable Building policy in April 2005 that requires new buildings and renovations be constructed to minimum LEED silver standards. The new engineering building opening this fall is targeted for LEED gold. The newly renovated Burke Science Building and new Burlington campus will be built to silver standard.

“By implementing LEED certification standards on current and forthcoming renovations and new buildings on campus, McMaster continues to demonstrate a commitment towards sustainability and the environment,” said Karen Belaire, vice-president of administration. LEED initiatives also result in reduced operating costs for the entire life of the building, so it is an investment worth making. Following McMaster's policy will typically result in a 35 per cent reduction in building operating cost versus a non-LEED building.

The LEED system addresses six major areas: sustainable sites, water efficiency, energy and atmosphere, materials and resources, indoor environmental quality and the innovation and design process. Certification is based on the total points achieved following an independent review. Certification is granted solely by the Green Building Council and is based on the points received; buildings may achieve certified, silver, gold or platinum certification.

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[img_inline align="right" src="http://padnws01.mcmaster.ca/images/LesPrinceHall01.jpg" caption="Les Prince Hall is one of the first student residences in Canada to be LEED certified. File photo. "]When it comes to constructing and renovating sustainable buildings, McMaster is taking the LEED.<br />
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<p>LEED which stands for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design is a set of standards developed by the United States Green Building Council. In 2003, the Canada Green Building Council received permission to adopt its own version of the U.S. Green rating system. The system takes into consideration the national climate, local construction practices, regulations and the Canadian market through a process that incorporates stakeholders and experts from various sectors of industry.  <br />
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<p>McMaster has two buildings that are LEED certified: Les Prince Hall, one of the first student residences in Canada to be certified, and the David Braley Athletic Centre. <br />
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<p>The University implemented a Sustainable Building policy in April 2005 that requires new buildings and renovations be constructed to minimum LEED silver standards. The new engineering building opening this fall is targeted for LEED gold. The newly renovated Burke Science Building and new Burlington campus will be built to silver standard.<br />
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<p>"By implementing LEED certification standards on current and forthcoming renovations and new buildings on campus, McMaster continues to demonstrate a commitment towards sustainability and the environment," said Karen Belaire, vice-president of administration. LEED initiatives also result in reduced operating costs for the entire life of the building, so it is an investment worth making. Following McMaster&#039;s policy will typically result in a 35 per cent reduction in building operating cost versus a non-LEED building.<br />
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<p>The LEED system addresses six major areas: sustainable sites, water efficiency, energy and atmosphere, materials and resources, indoor environmental quality and the innovation and design process.  Certification is based on the total points achieved following an independent review. Certification is granted solely by the Green Building Council and is based on the points received; buildings may achieve certified, silver, gold or platinum certification.

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