With the recent release of LEED v5, the latest version of the U.S. Green Building Council’s leading green building standard, manufacturers and designers face more rigorous sustainability benchmarks around materials transparency, energy performance, and urban heat island mitigation. IPA Laboratories is equipped to help clients meet these challenges through a range of services tailored to LEEDv5 and other evolving green building standards.
One key area of emphasis in LEEDv5 is reducing the heat island effect, particularly through exterior materials. IPA Laboratories offers Solar Reflectance Index (SRI) testing, which supports the Heat Island Reduction credit for roofing materials. Our laboratory ensures that products are evaluated with precision and according to the latest performance criteria.
Learn more about SRI testing in our article on sustainable building practices and reducing heat islands.
Inside the building envelope, Light Reflectance Value (LRV) testing is another key metric often used in sustainable design—especially for creating bright, energy-efficient, and accessible spaces. IPA Laboratories provides LRV testing to help clients meet both environmental and regulatory standards.
For more information, read our article on LRV testing and its contributions to sustainable, accessible spaces.
To support the increasing demand for third-party verified materials, IPA Laboratories is an authorized certifier for Green Squared®—the world’s first multi-attribute sustainability certification program specifically for tile and tile installation materials. This comprehensive standard covers ceramic and glass tiles, grouts, mortars, membranes, and more. Green Squared simplifies the process for manufacturers by consolidating sustainability requirements into a single, authoritative certification.
Explore our article on the importance and benefits of Green Squared or review our Green Squared certification services.
As a committed leader in sustainable building practices, IPA Laboratories is also a proud sponsor and active participant in the Flooring Sustainability Summit, where industry leaders gather to explore and discuss the evolving sustainability landscape, regulatory changes, and strategies for aligning with evolving frameworks like LEED v5.
As LEED v5 ushers in a new era of green building, IPA Laboratories is ready to support manufacturers and designers with the testing, expertise, and certifications they need to build a more sustainable future. Connect with us to learn how our services can support your sustainability goals, or dive deeper into our collection of sustainability-focused articles.
