Some common sustainability certifications for buildings include:
1. LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design): This is a widely used sustainability certification program that focuses on factors such as energy efficiency, water efficiency, indoor environmental quality, use of sustainable materials, and sustainable site development.
2. BREEAM (Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method): This is a sustainability certification program that is popular in Europe and measures factors such as energy use, water use, waste management, and environmental impact.
3. WELL: This certification program focuses on promoting the health and well-being of building occupants by measuring factors such as air quality, lighting, noise levels, and access to nature.
4. Living Building Challenge: This is a performance-based certification program that measures a building’s impact on the environment and requires buildings to meet strict standards for energy use, water use, materials, and social equity.
5. Energy Star: This is a certification program for energy-efficient buildings that measures energy use and requires buildings to meet strict energy performance standards.
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