BREEAM Communities

02/03/25

“How can we certify communities that achieve high sustainability using the BREEAM framework?”

LEED for Cities and Communities allows us to certify places that achieve high sustainability. But this is not the only metric. BREEAM Communities uses the BREEAM framework to evaluate places.

Why U.S. States Will Have to Lead on Climate Change Over the Federal Government for At Least the Next Four Years

02/02/25

“Why will U.S. states have to lead on climate change over the federal government for at least the next four years?”

The new U.S. administration is destroying federal climate initiatives. Whether it be ordering the U.S. Department of Agriculture to take down references to the climate crisis, deleting the White House Council on Environmental Quality’s climate and economic justice screening tool, embracing fossil fuels, and (re)exiting the Paris Agreement, the U.S. Federal Government is relinquishing its role in moving forward on climate. However, States such as California and Massachusetts are fighting back. For at least the next four years, these states must show Americans how to act to stop climate change. This is Why U.S. States Will Have to Lead on Climate Change Over the Federal Government for At Least the Next Four Years.

LEED for Communities

01/31/25

“How can we certify communities that achieve high sustainability?”

Places with a governing jurisdiction can apply for LEED for Cities to certify their sustainability. But what about communities without a formal governing body, like a neighborhood or college campus? Well, they can apply for LEED for Communities instead! Leed for Communities can be pivotal for pioneering places to achieve recognition for their sustainability efforts.

LEED for Cities

01/29/25

“How can we certify cities that achieve high sustainability?”

Buildings that achieve high sustainability can apply for LEED certification. But can cities do the same? Well, cities (or any place with a governmental jurisdiction such as a county or town) can evaluate themselves using LEED for Cities. LEED for cities uses criteria ranging from energy and greenhouse gas emissions to water efficiency to quality of life to quantify a city’s sustainability.