The U.S. Green Building Council has released a newly updated LEED in Motion: Retail report, showing the prevalence of LEED certification in retail spaces around the world. LEED is used in more than 12,500 retail locations globally, allowing major brands like Salvatore Ferragamo, Starbucks, 7-Eleven and more to demonstrate achievement of ESG goals to their investors, customers and other stakeholders. Alessandro Bisagni is featured in the LEED Professionals Spotlight thanks to BEE’s extensive experience in the Retails sector.
Research from the Retail Industry Leaders Association shows that 93 percent of global consumers expect the brands they use to support social and environmental issues. An estimated 68 million adult Americans base their purchases on their values – personal, social and environmental – and say they will spend up to 20 percent more on environmentally sound products. This clear preference for responsible business is pushing the retail sector to embrace policies and practices that express their dedication to sustainability and social equity. By leveraging LEED, retailers effectively communicate their values to consumers and employees, while also reducing energy costs and minimizing waste.
Learn more about current green building trends in the retail market in the report, which can be downloaded here – LEED in Motion: Retail.
Ferragamo Canton Road Store – LEED Gold Certified
