The full value of the purchase can be claimed towards the credit because it meets the criteria for

sustainable purchasing under LEED O+M v4.1. The produce is USDA Organic Certified and sourced

from within 100 miles of the project, which qualifies for the local economy and environment

category.

Reference: The LEED AP O+M Reference Guide provides detailed information on the requirements for

the Materials and Resources Credit, Purchasing - Ongoing, including the emphasis on sustainable

purchasing and supporting local economies12.

For the Materials and Resources Credit, Purchasing - Ongoing, the full value of $325.00 USD spent on

USDA Organic Certified produce from a local farm (within 100 miles or 160 kilometers) can be

claimed. This is because the LEED criteria for sustainable purchasing recognize and reward the

procurement of local and organic food products to support sustainable agricultural practices and

reduce transportation impacts. The entire amount spent on these products contributes towards the

credit because it aligns with the goals of supporting local economies and reducing environmental

impacts associated with long-distance food transportation.

Reference:

The LEED AP Operations + Maintenance reference materials detail the criteria for sustainable

purchasing, including the emphasis on local and organic food procurement. These guidelines specify

how purchases like these contribute towards achieving the Materials and Resources Credit,

Purchasing - Ongoing.