LEED AP Building Design + Construction (LEED AP BD+C) ® 2026
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Quick Answer: The LEED AP BD+C exam has 100 questions, a 2 hours time limit, a 170 / 200 passing score, and costs $350 ($250 USGBC member). It covers LEED Project & Team Coordination, Energy & Atmosphere, Materials & Resources, Indoor Environmental Quality. ExamCert has 500+ free practice questions, a full study guide, and a money-back guarantee.
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The LEED AP BD+C is the advanced USGBC credential for professionals with credit-level expertise in the Building Design and Construction rating system, covering new construction, core and shell, schools, healthcare, and similar project types. In 2026 it remains a hiring differentiator for green building teams, since firms need accredited professionals to earn the LEED AP credit on their own projects.
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LEED AP BD+C Exam Domains
100 questions in 2 hours. Passing score: 170 / 200. Exam fee: $350 ($250 USGBC member). Format: Multiple choice, closed book.
LEED Project & Team Coordination
Project registration and certification workflow, team roles and responsibilities, documentation submittals, and advocacy for LEED adoption.
Energy & Atmosphere
Energy performance modelling, commissioning, refrigerant management, demand response, and renewable energy strategies.
Materials & Resources
Building life-cycle impact reduction, environmental product declarations, sourcing of raw materials, and construction waste management.
Indoor Environmental Quality
Ventilation and indoor air quality, low-emitting materials, thermal and acoustic comfort, daylight, and quality views.
Integrative Strategies
Integrative project delivery, early analysis of energy and water systems, and cross-disciplinary design collaboration.
Location & Transportation
Site selection, surrounding density and diverse uses, access to quality transit, and reduced parking footprint.
Sustainable Sites
Site assessment, construction pollution prevention, habitat protection and restoration, rainwater management, and heat island reduction.
Water Efficiency
Outdoor and indoor water use reduction, cooling tower water use, and water metering strategies.
LEED Process
Rating system selection, minimum program requirements, prerequisites versus credits, and the structure of the LEED rating systems.
Project Surroundings & Public Outreach
Regional priority credits, impact on the surrounding community, and public education and outreach around a project.
Why LEED AP BD+C?
The LEED AP BD+C is the advanced USGBC credential for professionals with credit-level expertise in the Building Design and Construction rating system, covering new construction, core and shell, schools, healthcare, and similar project types. A respected USGBC credential for Sustainability Consultant, LEED Project Manager, Architect.
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Target Audience
For design and construction professionals working on green buildings — architects, engineers, contractors, sustainability consultants, and project managers who document LEED credits on new construction and major renovation projects.
Recommended Prerequisites
- •An active LEED Green Associate credential is required before registering for the specialty exam
- •Recommended experience on a LEED-registered building design or construction project
- •Candidates may sit the combined LEED Green Associate plus specialty exam in a single appointment
Official Exam Details
Format: Multiple choice, closed book
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