LEED v5 for Cities and Communities

By the end of this course, you will be able to: Discuss the fundamentals of LEED for Cities and Communities Identify key issues such as climate change, resource shortages, and social inequalities affecting cities and communities Explain the principles, strategies, and advantages of sustainable, resilient, and equitable urban growth Describe how the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) assesses cities and communities based on performance metrics like energy use, water management, waste handling, transportation systems, and social equity Explain the point system and certification levels (Certified, Silver, Gold, Platinum) and how points are allocated across various categories to achieve different certification tiers Discuss how to align the LEED for Cities and Communities framework with local urban development and global sustainability goals Recall methods and approaches for integrating the framework into municipal planning and development Discuss the future of LEED for Cities and Communities, including emerging trends in urban sustainability