A Comparative Study of the Latest Editions of China–Japan–US Green Building Evaluation Standards

The Green Building Evaluation Standard (ESGB) has become an important support for China’s building sector in realizing the “double carbon” goal. However, there remains a lack of comprehensive research on the historical evolution and development status of the ESGB. This study firstly analyzes the upd...

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Main Authors: Qiyuan Wang, Weijun Gao, Yuan Su, Yinqi Zhang
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Published: MDPI AG 2024-11-01
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description The Green Building Evaluation Standard (ESGB) has become an important support for China’s building sector in realizing the “double carbon” goal. However, there remains a lack of comprehensive research on the historical evolution and development status of the ESGB. This study firstly analyzes the updating logic and development strategy of the three versions of the ESGB, then compares the differences between ESGB 2019, CASBEE-NC 2014, and LEED O+M v4.1 from the perspective of the index system, and further examines the current international application status of the ESGB. The results show that LEED focuses on decarbonization and ecological protection, while CASEBB focuses on the concept of humanization and positively influences the local real estate market, and ESGB 2019 contains more health and comfort considerations than its previous version and is close to the internationally advanced level in terms of provision setting and international application. This study offers valuable insights into the potential for further refinement of green building standards in China and highlights areas for future research, including enhancing the ESGB’s adaptability and integration with emerging technologies to promote global sustainable development.
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spelling doaj-art-aa6fa722164843a789ff366044cb05dd2025-08-20T02:28:03ZengMDPI AGBuildings2075-53092024-11-011411369810.3390/buildings14113698A Comparative Study of the Latest Editions of China–Japan–US Green Building Evaluation StandardsQiyuan Wang0Weijun Gao1Yuan Su2Yinqi Zhang3Faculty of Environmental Engineering, The University of Kitakyushu, Kitakyushu 802-8577, JapanFaculty of Environmental Engineering, The University of Kitakyushu, Kitakyushu 802-8577, JapanSchool of Architecture & Fine Art, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian 116024, ChinaDepartment of Architecture and Urban Planning, Qingdao University of Technology, Qingdao 266033, ChinaThe Green Building Evaluation Standard (ESGB) has become an important support for China’s building sector in realizing the “double carbon” goal. However, there remains a lack of comprehensive research on the historical evolution and development status of the ESGB. This study firstly analyzes the updating logic and development strategy of the three versions of the ESGB, then compares the differences between ESGB 2019, CASBEE-NC 2014, and LEED O+M v4.1 from the perspective of the index system, and further examines the current international application status of the ESGB. The results show that LEED focuses on decarbonization and ecological protection, while CASEBB focuses on the concept of humanization and positively influences the local real estate market, and ESGB 2019 contains more health and comfort considerations than its previous version and is close to the internationally advanced level in terms of provision setting and international application. This study offers valuable insights into the potential for further refinement of green building standards in China and highlights areas for future research, including enhancing the ESGB’s adaptability and integration with emerging technologies to promote global sustainable development.https://www.mdpi.com/2075-5309/14/11/3698green building evaluation standardindex systemcomparative studyapplication analysissustainability development
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application analysis
sustainability development
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