Green Building and LEED Core Concepts, pp. 43-52
LEED Reference Guide for Green Building, 2009 Edition, section on Energy and Atmosphere
Module 5
energy and atmosphere
Buildings are responsible for consuming a considerable amount of energy. This LEED category encourages a wide variety of energy reducing strategies. This module will consider strategies that reduce energy demand, improve energy efficiency and incorporate renewable energy. It will also introduce industry accepted methods to target and ensure ongoing energy performance.
