LEED Potential Points
For a typical metal building
Recycled Content 2 points - Many metal building companies
end products are from over 80%
Heat Islands, Effect: Roof 1 point - Many metal building companies
offer roof finishes with asdfa Relectance
Index (SRI) over 78
Use of Regional Materials 2 points - The metal building company can assist
you in determining what % of products
are produced within 500 miles of your jobsite.
Energy and Atmosphere Steel materials are 100% recyclable.
Fiberglass Insulation
Energy and Atmosphere 2 to 10 points depending on % above
ASHRAE 90.1 2004 standards. Insulation reduces
the overall energy demands of a building.
Recycled Content 1 to 2 points for recycled content. Up to 35% of
insulation is from recycled materials.
Use of Regional Materials 1 to 2 points for regional materials.
Insulation plants and THERM-ALL locations are
throughout the country.
Total MB and MBI Point Potential: 9 points
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