The new LEED 2009, or also know as LEED v3 reference guides have just recently been released, in anticipation of the new rating system roll out on April 27th, 2009.
Joel McKellar, the author and creator of RealLifeLEED.com has posted an excellent review of the new rating system and reference guide. So I encourage you to take the time and read his article.
The Big Review: LEED 2009 Reference Guides Released
By Joel McKellar at www.RealLifeLEED.com
NOTE – This is the longest post in Real Life LEED history. You may groan at the thought of reading the text below, but I assure you it’s a much quicker way to get up to speed with the changes in the new LEED 2009 systems then reading through the new reference guide as I did. Man up, read the following, and sound smart around your colleagues.
Continue reading the review at RealLifeLEED.com
Joshua has a degree in architecture and is a LEED Accredited Professional that has worked in the design and construction industry for over 10 years, focusing his efforts on energy efficiency and building science. He has organized multiple events in Ohio to give young designers the opportunity to learn about “green” home design and produce actual projects. He was also a key player in Ohio’s first LEED for Homes Platinum project. Joshua is also a certified Building Analyst through the Building Performance Institute and performs home energy audits, assisting home owners in reducing their energy usage.
