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To become LEED certified, a school must meet specific criteria in several categories related to sustainability, including: Sustainable Site: This category evaluates the school's location and transportation options, such as proximity to public transportation, bike storage, and parking. Water Efficiency: This category assesses the school's water usage, including indoor and outdoor water use, and encourages the use of water-efficient fixtures and landscaping. Energy and Atmosphere: This category evaluates the school's energy efficiency, including HVAC systems, lighting, and renewable energy sources. Materials and Resources: This category evaluates the school's use of sustainable materials, waste reduction strategies, and recycling programs. Indoor Environmental Quality: This category evaluates the school's indoor air quality, ventilation, and other factors that contribute to a healthy and productive learning environment. Innovation: This category rewards schools fo...

Here is Part 2 of a super informative video about a LEED certified school campus in Arizona. We had many re-Tweets and views after posting Part 1  on www.iBuildGreen.com.

West Philadelphia Financial Institution Demonstrates Dedication to Sustainability February 28, 2011 (Philadelphia, PA) – BLT Architects announced today that the newly designed and constructed Philadelphia Federal Credit Union (PFCU) building at 5000 Baltimore Avenue in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, has been awarded LEED Silver Certification by the United States Green Building Council (USGBC). BLTa’s design has demonstrated dedication to energy savings, water efficiency, CO 2 emissions reduction, improved indoor environmental quality, and stewardship of resources and sensitivity to their impacts. The LEED Green Building Certification program encourages and accelerates global adoption of sustainable building and development practices through a series of rating systems. Sustainable features of the new PFCU branch include newly-insulated ductwork, automatic temperature controls, building management systems, interior energy-conserving lighting fixtures, and restrooms with efficient low-flow...