LEED® Certification Guide: The Key Role of Resin Flooring

Sustainability is now a fundamental goal in the construction world. In this context, the LEED® certification (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) is a global benchmark for measuring the environmental quality of buildings. But how can Sivit, Italy’s leading manufacturer of resin flooring for industrial use, contribute to this journey? Let’s find out.

What is LEED® certification and why is it increasingly in demand in construction?

LEED® is a voluntary certification system for sustainable buildings, developed by the U.S. Green Building Council. It evaluates a building’s environmental performance across several key areas, such as energy consumption, water management, material selection, and indoor environmental quality. The more sustainable the design choices, the more points are awarded—these points determine the level of certification: Certified, Silver, Gold, or Platinum.

Sivit: a responsible choice for green building

Since 1974, Sivit has been designing and producing resin flooring for industry that combines high performance, durability, and environmental awareness. The Turin-based company is a pioneer in the development of water-based and solvent-free formulations and operates in compliance with major international certifications (ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001).
Every day, the internal R&D laboratory team works to improve the sustainability of the materials offered, making them safer for people and less impactful on the environment.
In addition, Sivit’s wide range of resin floorings is supported by expert technical consulting that guides clients from design through to installation.

How Sivit products contribute to LEED® certification

Individual products or application systems are not LEED-certified themselves but can contribute in varying degrees to the achievement of LEED credits.
Sivit has mapped all its products and application systems to identify the areas in which its materials can add value and make a difference.

🌱 Sustainable Sites

Stormwater Management (Credit SS C4)
Sivit Stone PU, when applied over draining substrates, offers exceptional performance in terms of permeability and drainage capacity, actively helping to reduce the risk of urban flooding.

Heat Island Reduction (Credit SS C5)
Products in light shades and with high solar reflectance, such as Malta ES3 and the light versions of Sivit Stone PU, help decrease heat accumulation on external surfaces. Check the Sivit color chart to choose the most suitable shade.

⚡ Energy and Atmosphere

Minimum Energy Performance and Energy Optimization (Credits EA P2 and EA C2)
Sivit’s multilayer and skim-coating systems provide excellent thermal conductivity, enhancing plant efficiency and helping reduce the building’s overall energy consumption.

♻️ Materials and Resources

Responsible Sourcing of Raw Materials (Credit MR C3)
Several Sivit products contain recycled materials, renewable sources, and bio-based components. One example is Colorsivit Malta SEED, which includes over 6% bio-based content.

Construction and Demolition Waste Management (Credit MR C5)
Sivit promotes the recovery and reuse of construction site materials through an operational protocol that also involves applicators and third-party operators, in line with LEED requirements.

🌬️ Indoor Environmental Quality

Interior Lighting Quality (Credit EQ C6)
Sivit’s paints and coatings help optimize light reflection on surfaces, improving indoor livability and supporting the well-being of occupants.

🏷️ What is the GREENiTOP® Product Badge?

As an additional guarantee of transparency and visibility, Sivit products that can contribute to achieving LEED® credits are accompanied by a dedicated identification label called the GREENiTOP® Product Badge.
This badge provides a concise and visual summary of the LEED® v4.1 credits that each product or application cycle can support, as mapped in the official document prepared by QualityNet.
The Product Badge is an immediate recognition tool that visually certifies the product’s compliance with LEED® credits, making it easier to select sustainable materials during the design phase.
Discover the Sivit products certified for the LEED® system.

FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions about LEED and Sivit

Does Sivit offer LEED-certified products?
LEED certifies buildings, not individual products. However, Sivit’s resin floorings can contribute to various LEED credits when correctly integrated into the design.

Which Sivit flooring systems are best suited for LEED?
All Sivit systems can contribute—whether self-leveling, multilayer, or decorative. Water-based and recycled-content systems are particularly effective.

Is technical support available for a LEED project?
Yes. Sivit provides technical documentation, consulting, and full support to designers and contractors working on LEED-certified buildings.

A reliable partner for more sustainable building

Choosing Sivit means relying on a partner with over 50 years of experience in designing high-performance, sustainable, and long-lasting resin flooring systems. A tangible step toward more responsible and efficient construction.

🔗 Want to find out how Sivit products can support your LEED project?
👉 Get in touch or visit the certifications section on sivit.it to learn more.