LEED

USGBC INTERNATIONAL

BUILDING RATING SYSTEM

What is LEED?

LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) is the world’s most widely recognized green building certification system, developed by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC).

It provides a globally consistent framework for designing, constructing, operating, and improving buildings that are energy-efficient, low-carbon, healthy, and high-performing.

Used in more than 180 countries, LEED is trusted by developers, investors, and occupiers as a benchmark for sustainability, building performance, and long-term value.

LEED Rating Systems

LEED offers multiple rating systems to suit different building types and stages of the building life cycle.

LEED BD+C

Building Design & Construction

For new buildings and major renovations, including commercial, residential, industrial, and special-use buildings.

This rating system focuses on integrated design strategies covering energy efficiency, water use, materials, indoor environmental quality, and overall environmental performance from design through construction.

LEED ID+C

Interior Design & Construction

For interior fit-outs and tenant spaces such as offices, retail, hospitality, and commercial interiors.

LEED ID+C is ideal where the base building is fixed, but interior design plays a critical role in occupant health, comfort, efficiency, and sustainability.

LEED O+M

Operations & Maintenance

For existing buildings in operation.

This rating system focuses on ongoing energy, water, and waste performance, indoor environmental quality, and operational policies that support continuous improvement and long-term building performance.

Certified

40 - 49 Points

Silver

50 - 59 Points

Gold

60 - 79 Points

Platinum

80+ Points

LEED & EEWH

Integrated Certification

In Taiwan, sustainability strategies often involve both LEED and EEWH certification.

LEED is internationally recognized and commonly used by multinational corporations and global investors to demonstrate ESG alignment and sustainability leadership.

EEWH is Taiwan’s national green building rating system, aligned with local regulations and policy requirements.

Many projects therefore pursue dual certification to meet both international and local expectations.

RCI specializes in integrated certification strategies, aligning LEED, EEWH, WELL, and other rating systems from early design to avoid duplication, reduce complexity, and improve overall building performance.

This coordinated approach allows project teams to achieve multiple certifications efficiently while maximizing long-term value.

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Why Choose LEED?

LEED is more than a certification, it is a practical framework for delivering better buildings.

Projects that pursue LEED benefit from:

Improved energy and resource efficiency, reducing operational costs
Healthier indoor environments that support occupant wellbeing and productivity
Increased asset value and market differentiation
Alignment with ESG, Net Zero, and corporate sustainability commitments
A globally recognised, third-party verified performance standard

LEED provides clarity, credibility, and structure for teams aiming to deliver high-performance buildings.

RCI’s LEED Advisory Services

RCI provides end-to-end LEED consultancy, supporting projects from early strategy through certification and ongoing performance optimization.

Our services include:

LEED feasibility studies and certification target setting
Rating system selection and credit strategy development
Integrated design workshops and technical coordination
LEED documentation management and submission
Review support and responses to GBCI comments
Post-certification performance and optimization advisory

Our approach is practical and outcome-focused, ensuring LEED strategies align with real project goals, budgets, and long-term performance.

Additional LEED Support Services

Delivering a high-performance LEED building requires more than documentation. It demands technical expertise, coordination, and performance verification.

RCI provides integrated support to help project teams meet certification requirements while achieving real, measurable building performance.

Our additional LEED support services include:

Energy Modeling

Predict building performance during design to optimize energy efficiency and reduce operational costs.

HVAC Design

Improve system efficiency, comfort, and compliance with LEED energy credits.

Lighting Design

Enhance visual comfort while reducing energy demand.

Commissioning

Ensure building systems are installed, tested, and operating as intended before occupancy.

Life Cycle Assessment

Evaluate embodied and operational carbon to support LEED credits and long-term carbon goals.

Data Monitoring

Implement ongoing monitoring systems to track indoor air quality and energy performance in real time.

Air Quality Testing

Verify healthy indoor environments prior to occupancy and support

LEED IEQ credits.

Materials Consulting

Review and recommend suitable, high performance materials that align with project goals and LEED

Start Your LEED Journey with RCI

Whether you are planning a new development, upgrading an existing asset, or delivering a high-performance interior fit-out, RCI can guide you through the LEED process with clarity and confidence.