In Canada alone, more than a third of total greenhouse gas emissions come from residential, commercial and institutional buildings. One of the best ways to help combat greenhouse gas emissions is through environmental green building practices.

Green buildings efficiently use resources such as water, land, materials and energy. A rating system, known as the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED), is a voluntary rating system to help define what elements make a building green.

“The LEED process guides designers and builders to make technically superior decisions in a manner that is environmentally responsible. By embracing this process, they are showing commitment to their clients, their profession and the world community at large. It allows them to provide the best design solution for both the owner and the environment,” says Vipul Acharya, Durisol Building Systems Inc., a leader in the energy-efficient ICF form.

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