Five Things to Expect with LEED Version 5

The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) will be rolling out LEED Version 5 this year, and that rollout is anticipated to include a number of updates from past versions of the sustainability-focused framework. If LEED certification is something your company is considering with your next design update, make sure to check out five of the biggest changes you can expect to see in our newest Workplace Insights newsletter, available now!

Date: March 24, 2025

Categories: Workplace

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