Análise das Vantagens e Desvantagens da Aplicação da Certificação LEED e HQE

Abstract

It is evident that the construction sector is one of the biggest causes of environmental impacts and emitters of greenhouse gases since they are actions that transform the environment. Therefore, the need for civil engineering to seek ways and means of prevention and protection of the environment, is necessary so that damages caused by nature are minimal possible. Objective: To compare LEED and HQE certifications highlighting the advantages and disadvantages, as well as verifying the applicability of the certifications in the practice of sustainable constructions. Discussion: The high demand for such certifications and due to the diverse economic, social and environmental benefits of adopting these environmental certifications for buildings and residences. The AQUA-HQE process is a certification that aims at sustainability in Brazilian buildings and is adapted to the Brazilian reality, considering the diversities such as the climate, culture, technical norms and legislation of each location, seeking a constant advance of their performances. It is clear that LEED certification is the most widely used in the market and praised by entrepreneurs due to the simplicity and agility of the point evaluation system and the use of certification levels, LEED certification is technically criticized for the same reasons. Conclusion: The certifications were the solution found for the application of the concept of sustainable buildings in buildings with a view to meeting the demand on these sustainable models.