Owners and operators of all types of buildings are familiar with LEED points. Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) is the most widely used green building rating system in the world.

A prime objective of the LEED program is to enhance the efficiency of existing buildings. LEED points are earned by adopting CHP under the Energy & Atmosphere category. Depending on the particular project and building characteristics, under EA Credit 2, as many as 7 LEED points are available by including a CHP system.

LEED for Building Operations Maintenance is a guide illustrating how to improve the efficiency of existing hotels, apartment buildings and hospitals: