LEED v4 BD+C Reference Guide – French version

Available for free January 2023

LEED v4 Reference Guide for Building Design and Construction is a detailed explanation of the prerequisites and credits available to projects registered under LEED v4 BD+C. Additional strategies and resources are included to help projects meet the requirements of each credit and prerequisite.

This is the USGBC document, translated by the CAGBC. This version includes updates to July 2016. Further addenda can be found on the USGBC’s website in English.

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