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implementation of rating systems. The reference guides include detailed information on the process for achieving LEED certification, detailed credit and prerequisite information, resources, and standards for the LEED rating systems. For each credit or prerequisite, the guide provides: intent, requirements, point values, environmental and economic issues, related credits, summary of reference standards, credit implementation discussion, timeline and team recommendations, calculation methods and formulas, documentation guidance, examples, operations and maintenance considerations, regional variations, resources, and definitions.

Supplements are smaller guides designed to address market sector/project type adaptations and include the information necessary to successfully submit for LEED certification. These are meant to provide additional information not covered in the related reference guides and are not meant as stand- alone tools.

ii. Online Portal

LEED certification is offered through an online portal and is the primary vehicle for managing the LEED documentation process. Through the online portal, project teams can manage project details, complete documentation requirements for LEED credits and prerequisites, upload supporting files, submit applications for review, receive reviewer feedback, and ultimately earn LEED certification. The online portal provides a common space where members of a project team can work together to document compliance with the LEED rating system.

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