April 22, 2012
by Sherry Bonelli
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Hey! I found out about a great opportunity to get a LEED CE credit — for FREE. Here are the details: Getting LEED-EBOM certification is all about documentation: a lot of documentation. It’s a lot of work, and yet—there are so … Continue reading
February 18, 2012
by Sherry Bonelli
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If you’re managing a LEED project, one of your first challenges will be getting your team to think a little differently about how the LEED project team works together and how the LEED building project is managed. On a typical … Continue reading
August 25, 2011
by Sherry Bonelli
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Congratulations! You’re now a LEED AP or LEED Green Associate (GA). Passing the LEED exam is the first step in your green building profession. Throughout your career, it’s crucial for you to remain current on the latest green building practices; … Continue reading
July 23, 2011
by Sherry Bonelli
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Have you just passed one of the LEED exams and think you’re home free? Think again. Passing the LEED AP or LEED Green Associate exam is just the beginning… Once you’re LEED certified, you have to maintain your credentials by … Continue reading
December 29, 2010
by Sherry Bonelli
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Limited time offer! 50% discount off of PTL Exam Prep LEED Study Guide preparation material. Continue reading
October 9, 2010
by Sherry Bonelli
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LEED projects must adhere to the LEED Minimum Program Requirements (MRPs) in order to achieve LEED certification. There are 8 LEED certification MRP requirements –- and without meeting all of these requirements, you cannot get your building project LEED certified. … Continue reading
February 28, 2010
by Sherry Bonelli
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I was excited — and a little skeptical — when I found out that the USGBC was publishing their own LEED exam study guides. Was this the Holy Grail for preparing for the LEED exams? Continue reading
December 8, 2009
by Sherry Bonelli
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A LEED project involves a variety of team members – the owner, contractor, electrical engineer, civil engineer, commissioning agent, etc. Many of these team members will be responsible for completing the submittal templates (aka LEED credit forms) for your LEED project. With this many people involved, it’s vital that everyone understand the importance consistency plays in the LEED process. Continue reading
September 9, 2009
by Sherry Bonelli
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Here are some other helpful ID tips:
The LEED ID Credit Catalog is a list of ID credits that have already been applied for – and either been approved or denied: www.usgbc.org/ShowFile.aspx?DocumentID=3569. Look for ways to improve or modify these potential ID strategies for your project. (Keep in mind that just because another project received ID points for a particular strategy doesn’t mean your project will be given the same treatment.)
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August 20, 2009
by Sherry Bonelli
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Every region has its own environmental issues. In arid climates, for instance, reducing the burden on local water supplies by increasing a building’s water efficiency is an important strategy. Regional Priority Credits (RPCs) encourage projects to focus on achieving the … Continue reading