Achieving LEED Certification with Waterless Urinals
If your goal is LEED certification for your building, installing No-Flush™ urinals from Waterless Co, Inc. is an excellent and straightforward way to achieve it.
These urinals significantly boost your building's water efficiency, reduce its carbon footprint, and clearly demonstrate your commitment to sustainability—all crucial factors for LEED certification.
By taking this simple step, you can make substantial progress toward your sustainability goals.
What is LEED Certification?
LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) is the most widely used building certification system globally, recognized by the U.S. Green Building Council. Over 100,000 facilities worldwide have earned LEED certification, making it a key part of the larger sustainability movement.
The U.S. Green Building Council sets specific goals for business owners and facility managers to meet for LEED certification. These include demonstrating reduced water and energy use, decreased greenhouse gas emissions, and providing a healthy indoor environment for occupants.
LEED uses a point system to award one of four certification levels: Certified, Silver, Gold, or Platinum. Each level represents a higher degree of sustainability achievement, with Platinum being the most prestigious.
How Waterless Urinals Support LEED Certification
Water Efficiency
Waterless urinals dramatically reduce water consumption. A conventional urinal can use as much as 35,000 gallons of water per year. Choosing waterless urinals results in considerable savings, which is vital in a world facing increasing water scarcity.
LEED Credits
At this time, the new LEED v5 is yet to be approved. However, the new version is similar to v4. Credits are provided to facilities that take significant steps to minimize or eliminate water use and consumption.
Enhanced Indoor Environmental Quality
Conventional urinals can release airborne waste particulates and bacteria when flushed, potentially affecting the health of employees and guests. Waterless No-Flush™ urinals minimize this issue. Their integrated cartridge and seal not only prevent foul odors but also help keep bacteria out of the restroom, contributing to a healthier indoor environment.
Environmental Impact Reduction
The U.S. Green Building Council's LEED certification program aims to lessen the environmental impact of both new and existing buildings. Installing No-Flush™ urinals significantly contributes to this objective, simplifying the process of obtaining LEED certification.
By installing No-Flush urinals from Waterless Co, Inc. you are already making a substantial difference in reducing water consumption and minimizing your building's carbon footprint.
There are now rating systems for:
New Construction
Commercial Interiors
Existing Buildings
Core and Shell
Schools Reference Guide
Homes Reference Guide
The latest LEED updates can be found at www.usgbc.org
Waterless urinals contribute up to
four (4) LEED® points for your project:
20% Water reduction
30% Water reduction
Innovative waste water technology
500 mile production radius, if applicable