Updated LEED v5 reference guide bundles are now available

USGBC is proud to announce the release of the updated LEED v5 reference guide bundles, thoughtfully designed to support and empower project teams navigating the latest version of LEED. With expanded and updated content, these guides offer the most comprehensive foundation yet for achieving your LEED v5 goals. Whether you’re new to LEED v5 or continuing your journey, the latest bundles provide essential tools to equip your team for certification success.

The updated LEED v5 reference guide bundles are now available for purchase and immediate use. Access the guides.

What’s new in the November edition of the LEED v5 reference guide bundles?

The November edition of the LEED v5 reference guides builds on the April launch preview, delivering further explanations, examples and context to support project teams in using the rating system effectively.

Informed by user feedback and community input, new supplemental content—including completed sample documentation and methodological breakdowns—will debut throughout 2026 and in future years, as part of the LEED v5 reference guide bundle, further accelerating practitioner learning and mastery of the rating system.

This new bundling model offers not only a content-rich reference guide, but also a new stream of resources that address key user questions and adapt to changing market conditions, ensuring teams have the most accurate and helpful information to achieve their project goals. 

Why transition to the updated guides?

The new guides build confidence and expertise by providing the most accurate, in-depth information available. While the launch preview editions served as an introduction to LEED v5, the current bundles are designed to be your comprehensive, long-term support.

Invest once for ongoing benefits.

Your one-time purchase provides lifetime, unlimited access to your reference guide bundle. This means you’ll always receive the latest enhancements, tools and educational resources—at no additional cost—as they are released through 2026 and beyond.

Leverage your USGBC member access.

Silver, Gold and Platinum USGBC members receive a set number of complimentary licenses with their membership, making it even easier for teams to stay current and equipped.

How do I purchase my reference guide bundle?

Buy your LEED v5 reference guide bundles in the USGBC Resource Library. Once purchased, access is immediate in your account as a digital PDF that can be downloaded for offline use. For those who prefer a web-based version, you can access the reference guides as a digital PDF on an interactive platform that makes it easy to move between chapters while adding notes.

Empower your project teams with the most comprehensive and up-to-date support available for LEED v5 certification. With detailed, thorough guidance, the new reference guide bundles are your route to LEED v5 success.

For more details or questions, visit the USGBC and GBCI Help Center or contact them directly. For all other Canadian LEED questions, contact our LEED Coach team.