AES Report Shows Increased Value of LEED Homes

December 17, 2010 :: Posted by - Jason :: Category - Economics

In a newly-released report, the Alliance for Environmental Sustainability (AES) analyzed data from LEED-certified homes in the Midwest found that the homes averaged 40% less energy use and utility costs annually when compared to conventional homes.

LEED for Homes - Utility Savings and Value Report

LEED for Homes Case Study Report

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Platinum LEED Homes use 51% less heating energy

May 04, 2010 :: Posted by - Jason :: Category - Economics

Initial results from an analysis of LEED Platinum homes certified by the Alliance shows projects located throughout the Midwest use half as much energy as the typical baseline home.

Performance of LEED Platinum homes vs Baseline homes

Performance of LEED Platinum homes vs Baseline homes

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