LEED AP
Education & Academia abbreviation · Professional Certification
| Stands for | LEED Accredited Professional |
|---|---|
| Categories | Education & Academia |
LEED AP stands for LEED Accredited Professional, a professional certification abbreviation.
Credential from the Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI) for professionals with advanced knowledge of the LEED green building rating system, offered with specialties such as Building Design and Construction (BD+C) and Operations and Maintenance (O+M). Candidates must first earn the LEED Green Associate.
Example: The architect, a LEED AP BD+C, guided the school to LEED Gold certification.
Usage notes
LEED, short for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, was created by the US Green Building Council, and its first full version launched in 2000. Accredited professionals maintain the credential with 30 hours of continuing education every two years. Projects earn points for a LEED AP on the team.
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