Green Building Leed Consulting Market Report 2025

The green building LEED consulting market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $9.16 billion in 2024 to $10.05 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.7%. The growth observed during the historic period can be credited to stricter government regulations, heightened environmental awareness, increased demand for energy efficiency, the surge in commercial building construction, and a rise in corporate sustainability efforts.

The green building LEED consulting market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $14.37 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.4%. The growth in the forecast period is expected to be driven by a stronger focus on net-zero buildings, wider adoption of smart building technologies, increased government incentives and subsidies, the global expansion of green building certifications, and greater investment in sustainable urban development. Key trends during this forecast period include advancements in building performance analytics, innovations in sustainable materials, the integration of IoT and smart sensors, improvements in energy modeling software, and breakthroughs in renewable energy integration.

The increasing consumer preference for green buildings is expected to drive the growth of the green building LEED consulting market in the coming years. Green buildings are designed, constructed, and operated to minimize environmental impact while enhancing energy efficiency and sustainability. This rise in consumer preference is largely due to the energy efficiency of green buildings, which lowers utility costs and reduces environmental harm. Green building LEED consulting supports this preference by guiding projects through sustainable design practices, ensuring adherence to LEED standards, and maximizing energy efficiency and environmental benefits. For example, in November 2024, the Green Business Certification Inc., a US-based sustainability organization, reported that 370 U.S. projects covering 91.5 million square feet were LEED certified. Thus, the increasing consumer preference for green buildings is fueling growth in the green building LEED consulting market.

Key players in the green building LEED consulting market are focusing on developing innovative approaches, such as integrated resilience and sustainability strategies, to provide comprehensive solutions that improve building performance, reduce environmental impact, and ensure long-term adaptability to climate challenges. Integrated resilience and sustainability approaches enhance a building’s ability to withstand environmental stresses while minimizing its ecological footprint. For instance, in April 2025, the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), a US-based organization, launched LEED v5, an updated rating system for sustainable buildings. This new version includes advanced tools aimed at improving human health, building resilience, and communities worldwide. LEED v5 seeks to drive stronger environmental and social outcomes through more comprehensive standards, focusing on reducing carbon emissions and improving overall quality of life. It marks a significant advancement in promoting global sustainable development.

In August 2024, CBRE Group Inc., a US-based real estate company, acquired Paia Consulting for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition aims to enhance CBRE’s capabilities in ESG strategy, climate risk advisory, and green building certifications. The move supports CBRE’s global goal of providing comprehensive sustainability solutions to its clients. Paia Consulting Pte. Ltd. is a Singapore-based firm offering green building LEED consulting services.

Major players in the green building leed consulting market are Compagnie de Saint-Gobain S.A., CRH Plc, Holcim Ltd., Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated, WSP Global Inc., Stantec Inc., Arup Group Limited, Gensler, Buro Happold Limited, Brigade Enterprises Limited, Orbit Projects Private Limited, Thornton Tomasetti Inc., Godrej Properties Limited, Rowan Williams Davies & Irwin Inc., Steven Winter Associates Inc., Atelier Ten Ltd., Conserve Consultants Private Limited, Fusion Building Materials Private Limited, Terrapin Bright Green LLC, and Environmental Design Solutions Private Limited.

North America was the largest region in the green building LEED consulting market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in green building LEED consulting report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the green building LEED consulting market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s recommendations and conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

The rapid escalation of U.S. tariffs and the resulting trade tensions in spring 2025 are significantly impacting the professional services sector, particularly in legal, consulting, architectural, and engineering domains. Higher costs for imported technology, software licenses, office equipment, and digital infrastructure have raised operational expenses for firms reliant on global tools and platforms. International consulting projects are facing delays or cost overruns due to increased travel expenses and restricted access to foreign-sourced data and tools. Additionally, clients in manufacturing, construction, and logistics, heavily affected by tariffs are cutting back on outsourced services, squeezing demand for professional expertise. As a result, service providers are reevaluating pricing structures, expanding domestic supplier relationships, and investing in AI-driven solutions to sustain profitability and client engagement amid economic uncertainty.

Green building leadership in energy and environmental design (LEED) consulting involves professional advisory services aimed at helping construction and development projects achieve LEED standards. These services assist clients in incorporating sustainable design principles, enhancing resource efficiency, and ensuring adherence to LEED certification requirements throughout different stages of a project.

The primary types of green building LEED consulting include pre-construction consultation, oversight of materials selection, development of indoor environmental quality plans for use during renovation or construction, routine assessments and air quality reporting, submission of information to the LEED online database, support with flush-out procedures, and final air testing before building occupancy. Pre-construction consultation involves early-stage planning and analysis to assess project feasibility, establish sustainability objectives, and integrate design strategies to ensure effective and successful building results. These services apply to various building types such as municipal, commercial, residential, and others, and cater to a range of end-users including architects, engineers, contractors, building owners, and more.

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The green building LEED consulting market includes revenues earned by entities by providing services such as certification planning, sustainability strategy, energy modeling, daylight analysis, water conservation, and material selection. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

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