Cardno JFNew embraces the value of the U.S. Green Building Council’s Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) protocol. We are a leader in the design and implementation of sustainable landscaping solutions that help to minimize development footprints and preserve pre-development ecological performance. Our site designs capture the value of existing natural features and deliver performance that lessens impacts from development and improves site performance. Our systems-based philosophy is straightforward: treat rain water as a resource, recognize that soil is alive, preserve and enhance biodiversity, minimize irrigation needs, use ecosystems to regulate micro-climates, allow nature to cleanse water.
This philosophy is well aligned with the intent of the LEED rating systems and can significantly contribute to building performance. Whether working at the neighborhood level, site level, or in an operations and maintenance context, Cardno JFNew helps clients earn LEED credits and achieve results in water conservation, stormwater management, heat island reduction, habitat and open space enhancement, and wastewater management.
Cardno JFNew has years of experience helping clients design, install, and document projects enabling LEED certification. Our raingarden and bioswale solutions are a proven alternative to traditional stormwater infrastructure, our native vegetation provides low-input options for landscaping, and our constructed wetlands provide a natural alternative for cleansing water onsite.
Cardno JFNew helps clients capture the value of LEED and receive credits toward certification under various LEED rating systems:
- LEED-NC (New Construction). Cardno JFNew can help you achieve up to 17 credits under Sustainable Sites, Water Efficiency, and Innovation and Design
- LEED-ND (Neighborhood Development). Cardno JFNew can help you achieve 2 prerequisites and up to 20 credits for Smart Location and Linkage, Green Infrastructure and Buildings, and Innovation and Design.
- LEED for Homes. Cardno JFNew can help you achieve up to 15 credits for Sustainable Sites.
- LEED for Schools. Cardno JFNew can help you achieve up to 16 credits for Sustainable Sites, Water Efficiency, and Innovation and Design.