In addition to the many credits already adopted into LEED, the US Green Building Council (USGBC) also has "pilot credits" that have temporary approval while being investigated and refined. Many of these pilot credits create marketing opportunities for building product manufacturers.
For example, pilot credits may increase demand for your product or make it more competitive on projects going for LEED certification.
The pilot credits are less well known than regular LEED credits, and are subject to more frequent revisions. By staying on top of new credits, you can be of service to your customers by bringing new credits or modifications to their attention.
USGBC also seeks input into the review of pilot credits, providing you a chance to influence the formalization of standards that affect your competitive situation.
Here is a list of some of the current pilot credits; scan it to see which might apply to your products:
Pilot Credit 3: Medical and Process Equipment Efficiency
Pilot Credit 14: LT - Walkable Project Site
Pilot Credit 7: SS - Light Pollution Reduction
Pilot Credit 10: WE - Sustainable Wastewater Management
Pilot Credit 8: EA - Demand Response
Pilot Credit 21: EQ - Low Emitting Interiors
For example, pilot credits may increase demand for your product or make it more competitive on projects going for LEED certification.
The pilot credits are less well known than regular LEED credits, and are subject to more frequent revisions. By staying on top of new credits, you can be of service to your customers by bringing new credits or modifications to their attention.
USGBC also seeks input into the review of pilot credits, providing you a chance to influence the formalization of standards that affect your competitive situation.
Here is a list of some of the current pilot credits; scan it to see which might apply to your products: