Design and construction standard are at the heart of the Green Building
initiative. These practices conserve resources, reduce waste, and encourage
human productivity. Braun Construction Group adopted responsible building practices
early, and has continually incorporated them into every phase of the
construction process.
United States Green Building Council (USGBC). The USGBC is one of the national organizations
that certify environmentally conscious developments. Our team is viewed as a primary
resource in the construction industry for firms wishing to introduce Green
Building elements into their operations.
The USGBC is associated with the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design
(LEED) national standard. LEED certification has established registration and
certification criteria for all Green Building projects. The LEED rating system
is used to calculate the environmental benefits that a structure presents.
Based upon a point system, projects are deemed to be Certified, Silver,
Gold, or Platinum.
LEED Rating Systems include:
- New Construction
- Existing Buildings
- Commercial Interiors
- Core & Shell
- Schools
- Retail
- Healthcare
- Homes
- Neighborhood Development