Elevate introduces LEED v5 Credit Guide to help design teams navigate updated certification requirements

New resource outlines how roofing systems influence carbon reduction, energy performance, resilience and other key LEED v5 priorities.

Elevate™, a premier brand of commercial roofing systems and part of the Amrize family of brands, has released a LEED v5 Credit Guide, among the first roofing-specific resources to help architects, designers and builders navigate the updated LEED framework ahead of LEED v4 and v4.1 registrations sunsetting on June 30, 2027.

As LEED v5 transitions from a focus on documentation to measurable, proven performance, roofing now directly influences how projects achieve sustainability and certification goals. The Elevate LEED v5 Guide provides a comprehensive overview on how roofing systems intersect with each LEED v5 credit category, including Integrative Process, Sustainable Sites, Water Efficiency, Energy & Atmosphere, Materials & Resources, Indoor Environmental Quality and Project Priorities.

The tool details how roofing systems are critical in supporting the new model’s emphasized impact goals of climate action, quality of life, ecological conservation and restoration. By outlining how the roof directly applies to each category, the resource helps project teams consider roofing decisions early in the planning process.

As the development of data centers and other high-demand facilities continue to expand, the need to manage thermal transfer and peak energy demand places greater emphasis on roofing performance. Reflective membranes, high R-value insulation and airtight detailing reduce thermal transfer and peak energy demand, contributing to lowered operational carbon and alignment with LEED v5 standards.

“LEED v5 raises the bar for sustainability expectations across all entities involved in a building, including the specifier and manufacturer” said Sherrie MacWilliams, senior sustainability manager, Amrize Building Envelope. “The Elevate LEED v5 credit guide equips project teams to connect roofing specification decisions to measurable certification outcomes.”

The wide portfolio of EPD-backed Elevate commercial roofing products, including MAX™ PVC membranes and ISOGARD™ polyiso insulation, complement the brand’s new LEED v5 roofing guide. Together, they help architects and designers connect roofing decisions to measurable sustainability and performance goals under the updated framework.

To access the Elevate LEED v5 Credit Guide, please click here.

About Elevate

Elevate is committed to providing the highest quality commercial roofing, wall and lining systems to solve our customers’ challenges, grounded by a 45-year legacy of proven experience. Our mission is to deliver solutions that save time, perform reliably and protect our communities. We are devoted to building partnerships rooted in trust in reflection of our Elevate promise that Nobody Covers You Better™. Elevate is part of the Amrize family of brands. Visit ElevateCommercialBP.com to learn more.

About Amrize

Amrize (NYSE: AMRZ) is building North America, as the partner of choice for professional builders with advanced building solutions from foundation to rooftop. With over 1,000 sites and a highly efficient distribution network, we deliver for our customers in every U.S. state and Canadian province. Our 19,000 teammates uniquely serve every construction market from infrastructure, commercial and residential to new build, repair and refurbishment. Amrize achieved $11.7 billion in revenue in 2024 and is listed on the New York Stock Exchange and the SIX Swiss Exchange. We are ready to build your ambition. Learn more at amrize.com.