The role that buildings play in the health and well-being of the environment and human health is becoming more widely understood.

Reducing our built environment’s use of energy is reflected in LEED v3, the newest version of the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design green building rating system—more so than in any previous version.

Energy use in buildings is paramount to all structures but is especially important in the health care field. Research shows that health care organizations spend over $8.3 billion on energy each year to meet patient needs and that every dollar saved on energy is equivalent to generating new revenues of $20 for hospitals or $10 for medical offices.

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