Environmental Product Declarations (EPD) and LEED Certification
Environmental Product Declarations (EPD) and LEED Certification: Complete Guide to Sustainable Building Materials The construction industry is experiencing a revolutionary shift toward transparency and sustainability. At the forefront of this transformation are Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) and their crucial role in Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification. This comprehensive guide explores how EPDs are reshaping the building materials landscape and driving sustainable construction practices worldwide. What Are Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs)? An Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) is a standardized document that provides transparent, verified, and comparable information about the environmental impact of products throughout their entire lifecycle. An EPD tells the life cycle story of a product in a single, written report, offering unprecedented insight into environmental performance. EPDs are developed in accordance with strict ...