Total project space using the LEED+WELL pathway has tripled in less than two years, totaling to nearly 250 million square feet of projects across 47 countries. In addition, more than 100 projects, spanning 15 million square feet have already achieved LEED and WELL certification using the pathway.
The partnership between International WELL Building Institute and U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) streamlines documentation for projects that are pursuing both certifications at the same time or that have already earned one certification and are looking to add the other.
The rapid adoption of the LEED+WELL process underscores a rising priority among market leaders to capture the health and well-being benefits from WELL’s dedicated and comprehensive focus on human health in combination with the tremendous environmental gains driven by LEED’s holistic approach to a built environment that is better for both people and the planet.
“Better alignment between rating systems is critical to enabling building owners and project teams to pursue ambitious goals and demonstrate exceptional commitment and leadership in the built environment,” said Peter Templeton, President and CEO, USGBC. “We are pleased to see the growth in global demand for this streamlined LEED and WELL certification pathway, which has helped leaders more easily deliver projects that enhance human and environmental health in communities around the world."
