MATERIALS
Building Life-Cycle Impact Reduction
- Uses recycled steel, reducing embodied carbon.
- Metal buildings have lower environmental impacts compared to other constructions.
- Up to 5 LEED credits for life-cycle impact reduction.
Building Product Disclosure and Optimization (EPDs)
- Provides transparent environmental impact data.
- Three specific EPDs for metal building products.
- Up to 2 LEED credits for EPDs.
RESOURCES
Sourcing of Raw Materials
- High recycled content (at least 65% recycled steel).
- Steel can be continually recycled without quality loss.
- High recycled content (at least 65% recycled steel). Steel can be continually recycled without quality loss. Up to 2 LEED credits for responsible sourcing.
Construction and Demolition Waste Management
- Efficient off-site fabrication reduces on-site waste.
- Generates over 50% less job-site waste.
- Up to 2 LEED credits for waste management.
WATER EFFICIENCY
Outdoor Water Use
- Captures rainwater from metal roofs.
- Reduces municipal water use for landscaping.
- Up to 2 LEED credits for reduced potable water use.
Indoor Water Use
- Uses captured rainwater for non-potable purposes.
- Reduces municipal water use for toilets and cleaning.
- Up to 6 LEED credits for reduced indoor water use.
ENERGY AND ATMOSPHERE
Optimized Energy Performance
- High insulation levels to conserve energy.
- Minimizes thermal bridging and air leakage.
- Uses cool roof coatings and high-performance HVAC systems.
- Up to 18 LEED credits for energy performance.
Renewable Energy Production
- Ideal for Solar PV and solar thermal systems.
- Standing-seam metal roofs support easy installation.
- Longevity of metal roofs aligns with PV system lifespan.
- Up to 3 LEED credits for on-site renewable energy.
INDOOR ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
Low-Emitting Materials
- Limited VOC emissions from painted or primed metal components.
- Up to 3 LEED credits for reducing VOCs.
Daylight
- Incorporates windows, sidelights, and skylights.
- Enhances physical and mental health with natural daylight.
- Longevity of metal roofs aligns with PV system lifespan.
- Up to 3 LEED credits for daylight access.
INNOVATION IN DESIGN
Design Flexibility and Customization
- Metal buildings support creative, innovative designs.
- Opportunities to exceed LEED credit requirements.
Versatile and Economical
- Applicable to various commercial, industrial, and institutional buildings.
- Significant contribution to earning LEED credits.
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