How can LEED incentivize renewable energy use in construction?

From a legislative perspective, depending on the city where the project is located, a sustainability rating system must be implemented to obtain the building permit. Anything above this is an initiative by large developers committed to meeting and exceeding the local and international requirements related to net-zero implementations. This also reflects the developer's commitment to customer-centricity, as these systems reduce service charges related to electricity, for example, and provide a healthy lifestyle within the building and open areas within the master plan. NetZero's implementation is also a top priority for most of the developers at the moment

From my experience in construction management and sustainable building practices, I believe LEED can incentivize renewable energy use in construction by simplifying the certification process for projects that incorporate significant renewable energy components can reduce administrative burdens and costs, making it easier for developers to commit to sustainable practices.

Renewable Energy Production: This credit encourages the installation of on-site renewable energy systems, such as solar panels or wind turbines, to generate a certain percentage of the building's energy consumption. Enhanced Commissioning: This prerequisite ensures that the building's energy systems are commissioned properly to optimize their performance. It includes verifying the proper installation and functioning of renewable energy systems. Optimize Energy Performance: This credit encourages energy efficiency and the use of renewable energy sources by setting strict energy performance targets. Projects can earn additional points for exceeding these targets.

A major overlooked aspect of renewable energy is its ability to provide energy security. Energy security is a major issue in many communities where constantly fluctuating energy costs can greatly affect residents ability to heat and cool their homes. Consistent, Clean, and Efficient energy access should be a right for societies.

What I've found helpful is, that by integrating renewable energy systems, LEED buildings can maintain more consistent and comfortable indoor climates, which improves occupant health and productivity. This is overlooked by smaller companies as opposed to the larger ones.

Enhancing renewable energy with energy conservation. At many certain a building construction could consider its detailed design with productive waste utilization program and/or the energy recycle. For example, utilizing plastic waste composite as interior office partition and probably the use of HVAC outage heat for water heater or supporting the waste water separation. In my opinion we could begin with thinking in different perspective with risk management approach; creating opportunity from identified potential threat. Good luck! Highly appreciate your attention.