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Article: Concrete & LEED.(Feature Story)
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- July 1, 2009
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Concrete & LEED
By Keith Couch, Buddy Rhodes Concrete Products
Understanding 'Green' Concrete
As both a pioneer in the fabrication of concrete countertops and a leading manufacturer of artisan concrete products, we are often asked the question that seems to be on everyone's mind: Is a concrete countertop considered green, and how can that impact LEED certification?
First, we need a basic understanding of what LEED means. The Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Green Building Rating System, developed by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), provides a suite of standards for environmentally sustainable construction.
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