Comparative analysis of Leed certified projects in Istanbul Kağıthane region within the scope of materials and resources criteria

With industrialization came climatic changes. Thus, the glaciers in the poles melted, the sea level rose, forest fires increased, many problems such as seasonal changes and increasing diseases occur with the increase in winter temperatures. Many environmental problems occur with people being unconscious consumers, excessive production, wasteful use of resources, limited natural resources contrary to what is known, and their rapid decline. With the increase and development of consumption needs, changes have occurred in the lifestyle. Along with it, it has created a great energy and resource consumption. Thus, studies should be carried out in the direction of sustainable development in order to reduce the increasing environmental problems and prevent natural resource destruction. Effective use of energy, effective use of water and effective use of building areas, which form the basis of sustainable development, as well as the effective use of materials are extremely important in terms of preventing the destruction of natural resources. The aim of this study is to compare the sustainability of Leed certified projects in Istanbul Kağıthane Region by examining their sustainability through the category of materials and resources, and to make a comparison between the structures by revealing their strengths and weaknesses. In this context, Leed certified projects in Istanbul Kağıthane Region were scanned and score cards were examined. As a method, by scanning the ydro türe, articles, theses, books and journals were used. Leed certified projects in Istanbul Kağıthane Region were examined on site and field work was carried out. In line with the findings of the study, it is aimed to set an example for new buildings to be built in terms of material and resources use, and to develop and improve existing projects. Keywords: Sustainability, Leed Certificate, Effective Use of Materials, Material and Resources