LEED Certified Staff
Guidance in the Evaluation and Development of Environmentally Healthy Office Buildings
At Andrews Real Estate Advisors, our team includes LEED AP-accredited professionals certified by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), who are qualified to advise tenants on the environmental quality of buildings and their impact on both business operations and employee well-being. Our staff has the expertise to assist in the office design process, ensuring the creation of an environmentally healthy work environment. We support integrated design practices that incorporate the essential elements of sustainable, eco-friendly architecture.
LEED, or Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, is a globally recognized certification system for green buildings. With over 100,000 buildings either certified or in the process of certification, LEED awards four levels of recognition: Certified, Silver, Gold, and Platinum, based on a building’s environmental and design characteristics.
LEED-certified buildings have been proven to enhance employee productivity and performance by improving factors such as air quality, lighting, climate comfort, interior layout, access to outside views, and overall location. By selecting LEED-certified spaces, businesses can see improvements in both productivity and employee attendance.
A high LEED rating not only signifies a building’s positive environmental impact but also enriches the local neighborhood. It reflects a company’s commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility, which can enhance its public image. In fact, businesses in LEED-certified buildings are often more visible and attract increased attention for their focus on sustainability.
Additionally, LEED certification can attract customers who are increasingly aware of and drawn to products and services from environmentally conscious companies. Many businesses are actively seeking office spaces equipped with modern green technologies and amenities. As a result, LEED-certified buildings can also boost employee attraction and performance. According to a USGBC study, 79% of employees would prefer to work in a LEED-certified building over one that is not.
In summary, LEED certification offers tangible benefits for tenants, from improved employee well-being and productivity to a strengthened company reputation and an enhanced competitive edge in the market.
In summary, LEED certification offers tangible benefits for tenants, from improved employee well-being and productivity to a strengthened company reputation and an enhanced competitive edge in the market.
