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LEED Vs IGBC

LEED and IGBC are green building certification systems with different origins and focuses, with LEED being globally recognized and IGBC tailored for India. Both systems emphasize energy efficiency and water conservation but differ in their points allocation and certification processes. The choice between them depends on project goals, budget, and location, with LEED generally being more expensive and documentation-intensive compared to the more cost-effective and flexible IGBC.

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LEED Vs IGBC

LEED and IGBC are green building certification systems with different origins and focuses, with LEED being globally recognized and IGBC tailored for India. Both systems emphasize energy efficiency and water conservation but differ in their points allocation and certification processes. The choice between them depends on project goals, budget, and location, with LEED generally being more expensive and documentation-intensive compared to the more cost-effective and flexible IGBC.

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LEED vs IGBC

A comparison for Manufacturing Facilities

Both LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) and IGBC (Indian Green
Building Council) are prominent green building certification systems, but they have some
differences in their approach and criteria. Here’s a comparative overview:

LEED (USGBC)

• Origin: Developed by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC).

• Global Reach: Widely recognized and used internationally.

• Categories: Includes categories – Location and Transport, Sustainable Sites,


Water Efficiency, Energy & Atmosphere, Materials & Resources, Indoor
Environmental Quality, Innovation, and Regional Priority.

• Points System: Projects earn points across various categories, with a total of 110
points available. Certification levels are Certified, Silver, Gold, and Platinum
based on the points achieved.

• Focus: Emphasizes energy efficiency, water conservation, and indoor


environmental quality.

IGBC

• Origin: Developed by the Indian Green Building Council.

• Regional Focus: Primarily used in India, with criteria tailored to local conditions.

• Categories: Similar to LEED, it includes Site Selection & Planning, Water


Efficiency, Energy Efficiency, Building Materials, Waste Management, Indoor
Environmental Quality, and Innovation.
• Points System: Projects can earn up to 100 points. Certification levels are
Certified, Silver, Gold, and Platinum based on the points achieved.

• Focus: Emphasizes energy efficiency, water conservation, and the use of regional
materials.

Key Differences.

Both LEED and IGBC have their strengths and are designed to promote sustainable
building practices. The choice between them often depends on the specific goals,
budget, and location of the project.

Key Differences LEED BD+C New construction IGBC Factory Rating

• Has a strong global presence and is • While primarily recognized within


Market widely recognized internationally, India, it is gaining traction and is
Recognition making it a preferred choice for well-respected for its regional
projects seeking global recognition. relevance.

• Places a strong emphasis on energy • Also emphasizes energy


Energy Efficiency efficiency, with a significant portion of efficiency but allocates slightly
points allocated to this category (30%). fewer points to this category (23%).

• Places a higher emphasis on


• Allocates fewer points to water water efficiency, reflecting the
Water Efficiency
efficiency compared to IGBC (10%). importance of water conservation
in India (21%).

• Includes specific credits for


• Also includes innovation credits
innovation and regional priority,
Innovation and but focuses more on regional
encouraging projects to address
Regional Priority adaptations suitable for the Indian
unique local challenges and
climate and building practices.
incorporate innovative solutions.

• The certification process for LEED • Generally, IGBC certification


can be more expensive due to higher tends to be more cost-effective,
Certification registration and certification fees. It with lower registration and
Process & Cost also often requires hiring 3rd party certification fees. It is designed to
consultants like commissioning be more accessible for projects in
parties, LCA experts, etc. India.

• While also requiring thorough


• Requires extensive documentation
documentation, IGBC is often seen
Documentation for each credit. This can be time-
as more flexible and tailored to the
and Compliance consuming but ensures a high level of
Indian context, which can simplify
rigor and consistency.
the compliance process.
References

1. https://www.kewaunee.in/blog/igbc-vs-leed-certifications/
2. A Comparison of LEED and Green Globes | GBRI (gbrionline.org)

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