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Reeder, Linda, AIA.

Guide to green building rating systems : understanding LEED, Green Globes, Energy Star, the National Green Building Standard, and more / Linda Reeder. - xiv, 222 pages : illustrations, maps ; 28 cm. - Wiley book on sustainable design . - Wiley book on sustainable design. .

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Residential rating systems : a comparison --
Commercial rating systems : a comparison --
Energy star for residential projects --
LEED for homes --
NAHB model green home building guidelines --
National green building standard --
Local and regional residential programs --
Energy Star for commercial buildings --
Green Globes --
LEED for commercial new construction --
Local and regional commercial programs --
International rating systems.

A vital guide which compares and contrasts the complex rating systems for green buildings. * Compares the complex similarities and differences in the green building rating systems, primarily LEED, Green Globes, ENERGY STAR, and the National Green Building Standard, for new construction of most buildings, including homes.

ISBN: 9780470401941 (pbk.)

LCCN: 2009036485

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Sustainable buildings--Evaluation.
Sustainable construction--Standards.

LC Class. No.: TH880 / .R43 2010

Dewey Class. No.: 720.47 / R.L.G