LEED v5 changes explained: a live session with USGBC

Expert session - LEED v5

On July 1, 2026, all new projects must comply with LEED v5. Are you ready?

Join Wes Sullens, LEED Fellow and Senior Director of Materials & Resources at USGBC, for a live expert session to learn how you can be ready before the cutoff date.

LEED v5 represents the most significant update to the rating system in over a decade, and the changes to Materials & Resources credits are substantial. Whether your team is already deep in EPDs and embodied carbon or just beginning to navigate what LEED v5 means for your projects, getting it right starts with understanding what's actually required and what works in practice.

Wes will walk through what's changed, the intent behind the new requirements, and the workflows and solutions that actually work in practice.

With new project registrations required to comply with LEED v5 from July 1, 2026, there is no better time to get clarity on the credits and build a practical path forward for your projects. 

What does the session cover?

• New requirements and mandatory credits in LEED v5
• How embodied carbon is now measured and rewarded
• Real workflows and use cases for practical compliance

Who should join?

• Architects and engineers working on LEED projects
• LCA and sustainability consultants
• ESG leaders in construction and real estate
• Product manufacturers supporting LEED projects