MeTecno USA-API Division’s Insulated Building Panels meet the requirements as specified in the U.S. Green Building Council’s Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design (LEED) Green Building Rating System®. Our commitment to energy efficiency, sustainability and environmental responsibility is evident by the products and services offered at our manufacturing facility in Modesto, CA

MeTecno USA-API Division’s Green Build Mission:

• Assist architects/engineers, designers, building owners and metal panel contractors in achieving a LEED® certified building by supplying energy efficient and environmentally responsible products that have a positive impact on the environment and their community.
• Provide insulated building panels that contribute points to the LEED® Green Building Rating System.
• Deliver insulated building panel systems with paints and finishes that are fundamental to attaining a LEED® green building.

MeTecno USA-API Division products are relevant in either LEED for New Construction Version 2.2 or Version 2.1. These versions may be viewed at www.leedbuilding.org

Within the Energy and Atmosphere section, MeTecno USA-API Division’s insulated building panels impact the total performance of the building envelope by providing an opportunity for reduced energy use, therefore potentially contributing points for this credit.

At the Materials and Resources section, insulated building panels manufactured by MeTecno USA-API Division can contribute up to 4 points for Recycled Content and Regional Materials, dependent on the specific project and location. An additional 1-4 points may be earned at the Innovation & Design Process section.

The points necessary for the four levels of certification are as follows:

Certified:	26-32
Silver:	33-38
Gold:	39-51
Platinum:	52-69