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LEED Certification

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Global leadership in high-performance buildings

It is the most widely recognized green building certification system in the world. LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) ensures that a project has been designed and built under the highest standards of energy efficiency, sustainable material use, and indoor environmental quality.

LEED certification provides immediate international prestige. In addition to significantly reducing energy and water costs, these buildings attract higher-quality tenants, achieve higher rental and sale prices, and demonstrate a real commitment to mitigating climate change.

How does it work?

The process is based on a scoring system where projects earn credits across various sustainability categories. At Leaf Global, we lead the technical consulting and manage the process with GBCI to ensure your building achieves certification goals efficiently.

Investment and profitability

The cost varies depending on the project’s scale and complexity, including registration fees and consulting services. Although it requires an initial investment in design and technology, LEED buildings quickly recover this cost through operational savings and increased asset value.

Who is it for?

It is aimed at developers of office buildings, shopping centers, industrial facilities, hotels, and premium residential projects. It is the ideal choice for companies looking to lead the real estate market, meet ESG standards (environmental, social, and governance), and deliver high-performance assets.

Requirements and levels

Projects must meet minimum requirements in areas such as water efficiency, air quality, and energy. Depending on the score achieved, four certification levels are awarded: Certified, Silver, Gold, and Platinum, with Platinum being the highest standard of excellence.

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Nuestros especialistasNossos especialistasOur specialists

Las personas que acompañan tu proyecto de punta a punta, del diseño a la auditoría.As pessoas que acompanham seu projeto de ponta a ponta, do projeto à auditoria.The people who guide your project end to end, from design to audit.

Make Valencia, Technical Lead

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Technical Lead

LEED AP BD+CLEED AP O+MEDGE Expert
Brazil
Piero Leal, Delivery Lead

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Delivery Lead

LEED AP BD+C
Peru
Hitomi Kohatsu, Delivery Lead

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Delivery Lead

EDGE ExpertEDGE Auditor
Lima, Peru

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  • Payback and timelineWith a 10-year projection

LEED Certification in Latin America: Success Stories

We have certified LEED projects in Peru, Mexico, Colombia, Panama, and Chile, ranging from corporate offices to retail and premium residential developments. Roma Living, LEED Gold certified, and Upper 28, LEED Silver certified, demonstrate how LEED certification can be integrated into residential projects without compromising profitability. At MMG Tower in Panama, we combined LEED with WELL to maximize the building's ESG positioning.

Which certification is right for your project?

Leaf works with 6 of the most recognized sustainability, wellness and accessibility certifications in Latin America. This table summarizes the key differences to help you choose.

Certification Focus Investment level Typical timeline Ideal for
EDGE Resource efficiency: energy, water and materials. Simplified model. Low — 0% to 3% additional cost 3 to 6 months Emerging markets, tight budgets, residential, commercial, hospitality and healthcare projects
LEED Comprehensive: energy, water, materials, indoor environmental quality, location Medium-high — registration fee plus a percentage of construction cost 4 to 6 months of review Corporate projects, maximum international recognition, global investors
WELL Occupant health and well-being: air, water, light, comfort, mind Medium — varies by level (Bronze to Platinum) Registration plus two-phase verification Corporate offices focused on talent productivity and well-being
FITWEL Health and well-being, a simplified alternative to WELL Low 1 to 3 months Existing buildings, multifamily housing, commercial spaces — fast and accessible health certification
AIS Universal accessibility of buildings and spaces: access, circulation, use and communication for everyone (AIS 1/2018 Standard) Variable — depends on asset size and target level (1 to 5 stars) Approx. 3 months Hotels, retail, offices, healthcare facilities and public buildings looking to prove inclusion and strengthen their ESG profile
BMS (Peru) Bono Mivivienda Sostenible: energy and water efficiency in new housing in Peru, with access to a government bonus and better financing terms Variable by sustainability grade (1, 2 or 3) Depends on the process with Peru's Fondo MIVIVIENDA Housing developers in Peru who want their buyers to access the Bono Mivivienda Sostenible and better mortgage terms

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Which LEED rating system categories have the greatest impact on project valuation?

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Energy efficiency, indoor environmental quality, material selection, and water management typically have a direct impact on operating costs and market perception.

How does LEED certification influence the commercialization of corporate and residential projects?

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LEED enhances the value proposition: it facilitates sales/leasing through improved energy and wellness reputation, attracts international corporate tenants, and can justify higher prices or rental rates.

What is the difference in costs and timelines between LEED Certified, Silver, Gold, and Platinum?

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As you move up the levels (Certified → Platinum), construction requirements and investment increase; the exact difference depends on the selected credits and the project’s initial budget.

Can a project that is already in an advanced stage be adapted to meet the required credits?

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Yes, it is possible to adjust scope and add measures to meet prerequisites, although feasibility depends on the stage of construction and available budget.

What is Leaf’s role during all commissioning visits and on-site verification processes?

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We coordinate, support, and document commissioning visits, verifications, and testing processes, ensuring that building systems deliver the expected performance.

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