HOW TO ACHIEVE LEED CERTIFICATION WITH STONHARD
A long-term solution with a long life cycle – Stonhard flooring systems can be used to rehabilitate an existing building and lessen the need for new facilities. Stonhard flooring systems significantly cut down on job-site waste and our crews can follow any and all on-site disposal plans. Further reduce waste up to 85% through Stonhard’s unique packaging that minimizes metal can waste and has premeasured amounts for ease of mixing and disposal.
MATERIAL AND RESOURCES
MR credit: Building Life cycle Impact Reduction
Demonstrate reduced environmental effects during initial project decision-making by reusing existing building resources or demonstrating a reduction in materials use through life-cycle assessment. Option 3
MR credit: Building Product and Disclosure Optimization, Material Ingredients
To encourage the use of products and materials for which life-cycle information is available and that have environmentally, economically, and socially preferable life-cycle impacts. To reward project teams for selecting products for which the chemical ingredients in the product are inventoried using an accepted methodology and for selecting products verified to minimize the use and generation of harmful substances. Option 1.
INDOOR ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
EQ credit: Low Emitting Materials
To reduce concentrations of chemical contaminants that can damage air quality, human health, productivity, and the environment. Option 1.