The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) has introduced LEED v5, the latest evolution of the world’s leading green building certification program. This
update sets a higher standard for sustainable construction, emphasizing three key priorities: decarbonization, health and well-being, and ecosystem restoration.
What’s different about LEED v5
The new version places a greater emphasis on reducing both operational and embodied carbon, rewarding projects that select materials with a smaller environmental footprint. It also strengthens attention on indoor air quality, occupant comfort, and social impact. For architects and builders, LEED v5 offers a clearer, more holistic path to designing spaces that are energy-efficient, people-centered, and environmentally responsible.
Why it matters
Within the Building Design and Construction (BD+C) category, LEED v5 highlights the importance of eco-friendly building materials that support both carbon-reduction goals and healthier indoor environments. Products such as low-VOC adhesives, coatings, and certified materials play a direct role in achieving LEED credits under this updated framework. Weld-On’s commitment to sustainable building Long before these new requirements took effect, Weld-On had already aligned its product standards with them. Our Greenguard Gold- certified, low-VOC solvent cements and cleaners are engineered to help improve indoor air quality and support sustainable construction practices.
Products that support LEED credits
Most Weld-On solvent cements and primers are LEED certified through UL Greenguard Gold including our most premium products typically specified in facility construction such as 711, 717, 719, 724 and P-70. These low-emission formulations contribute to LEED credits for indoor air quality and low-emitting materials—helping project teams build responsibly while maintaining high performance.
Find Weld-On products on UL SPOT
All Weld-On products that meet LEED v5 criteria are verified and listed on UL SPOT, UL’s free online database of sustainable and low-emission building materials. It’s a trusted resource for architects and specifiers to confirm Greenguard Gold certification and LEED credit eligibility when choosing green building materials.
Visit: https://spot.ul.com
About Weld-On
Weld-On Adhesives, Inc., a subsidiary of IPS Corporation, is the pioneer and leading manufacturer of Weld-On® solvent cements, primers and cleaners for PVC, CPVC, ABS and other plastic piping systems. Weld-On products are globally recognized as the premium products for joining plastic pipes and fittings. Headquartered in California, Weld-On has state-of-the-art operations throughout the United States, as well as China, and a worldwide network of sales representatives and distributors.