Green building, smart building (I)
Buildings are big consumers of energy and other important resources for the planet. The guest explains the reasons why LEED certification is a mechanism of commitment to the environment, a way to positively position a property and obtain economic savings. The constant increase in the cost of energy, added to the growing concern about the environmental impact, especially that generated by buildings, has given rise to several initiatives that aim to reduce their energy consumption and promote sustainable construction practices that improve the quality of life of the occupants and the communities where they are built. LEED is one such initiative. By: Julio Londoño*