Research Article

A Framework to Reconcile Green Goals with Budget Reality

Table 1

LEED credits with types of costs [22].

CategoryCreditContractor impact

Sustainable sitesBrownfield redevelopmentModerate
Water efficiencyWater efficient landscapingSome
Energy and atmosphereEnhanced commissioningMajor
Materials and resourcesConstruction waste managementMajor
Indoor environmental qualityMinimum indoor air quality (IAQ) performanceSome
Innovation and designLEED accredited professionalModerate