LEED 2009: New Construction – Big Gains Energy & Atmosphere: Very heavy emphasis on optimizing energy use & use of on-site renewable energy 7-19 points; 35 possible, up from 17 Sustainable Sites: Emphasis on access to public transit and development density 5-6 points; 26 possible, up from 14
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