LEED standards have become synonymous with modern green architecture as they tell the consumer how green their homes or offices truly are. I do believe that LEED certification has brought about immense change in the perception of both firms that build structures and the people who buy them. The rating system has encouraged wide use of green building material and in the past few years has resulted in eco-friendly structures that are a boon to the planet. Zero-Energy structures and zero-emission building have taken shape and are now proudly displaying their LEED certification.
The LEED certification has given a commercial edge to green structures and in a practical world, that is something which would encourage more people to go green. The entire Dockside Green community was certified to be built to Platinum LEED standards and now it has been awarded the highest LEED score in the world! The project’s most impressive feature is the water management system. All sewage will be treated on-site and reused in toilets and irrigation, saving nearly 70 million gallons of water each year. Moreover, storm water will be captured by green roofs, cisterns, bio-swales and bio-filtration and channeled to a man-made stream running through the middle of the property.
Dockside Green is located in Victoria, Canada. Synergy, the first phase of the development, which includes 95 homes in two condo buildings, townhomes and commercial space, achieved 63 points out of a possible 70. Formerly, the highest-ranked Platinum project was the Minnesota-based Aldo Leopold Legacy Center at 61 points. Dockside Green is also employing an integrated energy system that ensures the development will be greenhouse gas neutral, while also providing the opportunity for the project to become a net-energy provider. Now that the new green pinnacle is achieved let us wait for the structure that beats it! (Dubai- you know I’m looking at you)
Via: Metaefficient
