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USGBC Updates LEED v4.1 ID+C Addenda with Energy Guidance Changes
LEED CertificationU.S. Green Building CouncilGlobal
Announced
Nov 3, 2025
Effective
Nov 3, 2025
Implementation
Nov 3, 2025
Description
USGBC issued updated addenda for LEED v4.1 Interior Design and Construction (ID+C) rating system on November 3, 2025. Updates include revisions to Energy and Atmosphere prerequisite Minimum Energy Performance guidance, including references to base building HVAC and service water-heating systems contribution guidance.
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USGBC Updates LEED v4.1 ID+C Addenda with Energy Guidance Changes
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