We as a LEED Consultancy in Dubai, the most popular certification in the world is LEED. Lately, however, several detractors have questioned whether LEED genuinely entails sustainability. The majority of criticism has been directed against LEED's energy-related components. However, opinions on the value of LEED remain divided: does it truly help the environment, and is the time and money spent on the certification process worthwhile? This study presents a critical analysis of the literature to provide an answer to this query. A total of 44 peer-reviewed articles dealing with the subject above were chosen from 164 search results. The various facets of LEED from the energy efficiency perspective are examined based on the material that has been studied. Ten of the 44 reviewed studies conclude that LEED accreditation demonstrates energy efficiency, while the remaining eight papers reach a different conclusion.