5 Ways Your Parking Operation Help You Achieve LEED Certification
4 minutes de lecture.
Author: Bosco Tse, Client Relations Manager, Precise ParkLink
As sustainability continues to shape commercial real estate and urban development, many property owners and managers are pursuing Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certifications to showcase their commitment to green building practices. While LEED often focuses on building construction and energy systems, your parking operation can also play a vital role in earning LEED points.
This article explores five ways your parking operation can contribute to LEED certification.
Supporting Alternative Transportation Through Parking Design
LEED encourages reducing reliance on single-occupancy vehicles. Parking facilities can support this goal by offering designated spaces for carpool and vanpool, providing bicycle racks or storage, and implementing electric vehicle charging stations. These features make sustainable travel easier and can help you earn points in the “Sustainable Sites” and “Alternative Transportation” categories.
Minimizing Heat Island Effects in Your Parking Facility
Large surface parking lots can trap heat, increasing surface temperatures. To reduce this, you can incorporate light-coloured or reflective paving, add shade structures or trees, and design with greenery in mind. These strategies improve comfort and contribute to the “Heat Island Reduction” category.
Implementing Energy-Efficient Lighting and Controls
Lighting is one of the biggest energy costs in parking facilities. Switching to LED fixtures, using daylight sensors, and installing motion-based controls can lower consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. These upgrades contribute to the “Energy and Atmosphere” category while lowering long-term operating costs.
Enhancing Efficiency with Smart Parking Technology
Modern parking systems can make operations more efficient and sustainable. Features such a real-time space availability and digital signage help reduce vehicle idling and traffic congestion, which lowers emissions and improves the user experience.
Reducing Operational Waste in Parking Facilities
Go paperless with mobile parking payments to eliminate printed tickets and receipts. Add recycling stations and use eco-friendly materials for signage and equipment to support the “Materials and Resources” category.
Your parking operation is more than just a convenience— it’s an opportunity to advance your sustainability goals. By integrating smart, efficient, and environmentally responsible practices, you’ll move closer to LEED certification while reducing costs and improving user satisfaction.
Références
Powell, J. (2025, August 20). Sustainable parking solutions - precise ParkLink: Parking management services. Precise ParkLink | Parking Management Services. https://www.preciseparklink.com/news/sustainable-parking-solutions
Anderson, C. (2023, March 14). How a parking management system can help with LEED Certification. © Parkable 2025. https://parkable.com/blog/parking-managment-system-help-with-leed-certification
USGBC. (n.d.). https://www.usgbc.org/education/sessions/green-vehicles-and-how-implement-them-leed-projects-12858721