Are you a commercial property owner that’s thinking about pursuing LEED certification? If so, you may be wondering if installing window film for your Phoenix property can help you earn LEED credits. Here’s what you need to know.

 

What Are LEED Credits?

The acronym LEED stands for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design. Building owners can earn credits towards certification (LEED Credits) by adopting eco-friendly and green building practices. Many local governments offer incentives for building owners who obtain LEED certification such as tax breaks, reduced fees, etc.

 

How Window Film Can Help with LEED Certification in Phoenix

Installing window film for your Phoenix property may help you earn credits that can be used towards your LEED certification. Solar window films are the most common option for property owners pursuing certification and may be able to help with the following LEED requirements:

 

Energy Efficiency Improvements

Property owners can earn LEED credits by making energy efficiency improvements. Window film may be able to provide 1-4 credits that can be applied toward this LEED certification category.

 

Light Pollution Reduction

Property owners can also earn credits for light pollution reduction. To earn this credit, outdoor illumination levels can not increase more than 10% than levels when your lights are turned on.

 

Glare Control

Property owners may be able to earn LEED credits for making improvements that result in light trespass and glare reduction. If you install a glare reduction window film or a solar control film that reduces glare, you may be able to earn these credits.

 

Thermal Comfort

Taking steps to improve the comfort of your building can also help you become certified. To earn this credit, you must be able to prove that you have made improvements that reduced temperature variations and local discomfort. One great way to do this is by using window film to block the Phoenix heat.

 

Innovation Credits

You may also be able to earn innovation credits due to window film’s environmental benefits and UV blocking properties. If you can prove that the film reduces fading and therefore reduces waste, you may be able to earn these credits.

 

When in Doubt, Talk to Your Local Authority

We are not experts in LEED Certification. We are only suggesting that window film MAY be able to help those who are interested in getting certified. When in doubt, it’s best to talk to your local government or certifying authority.

 

Contact Our Window Film Experts in Phoenix

For more information on the benefits of window film in Phoenix or to learn more about our services, please contact our office directly.

Angus Faith is regarded by many as one of the top window tinting professionals in the Phoenix area. Though he was born and raised in Scotland, Angus has lived and worked in Phoenix for the past ten years and has become highly familiar with the climate and architectural needs of properties located in the dry, arid landscape of the Southwest. His years of experience have allowed him to develop an intense familiarity with all of the top security, privacy, and energy efficient window tinting products on the market, including innovations from leading brands such as 3M, LLumar, and Vista. Together, he and his team have installed over 250,000 square feet of window film over the years. That's why when architects, interior designers, and building professionals have questions about window film, they go to Angus for help! Outside of work, Angus enjoys hiking, visiting the mountains in Northern Arizona, and traveling as much as he possibly can.