Photo Credit: Courtesy of Chad Edwards
LEED certification for natatoriums is the same as for buildings, but the strategy to obtain it is a little different. Start by deciding the goals for the property, and then match those goals with the rating system for LEED-certification requirements.
“LEED certification is the validation of what you’ve done to develop a more environmentally friendly building,” says Chad Edwards, president of Cincinnati Regional Chapter of the USGBC and principal with Emersion Design, an architectural design and engineering firm specializing in green-building designs. “By understanding the true goals of the project, you can better focus on the aspects of LEED certification.”
Before sneaking a peek at the LEED checklist, sit down with your team and answer the following questions:
