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Credit language
Intent
To reduce the waste that is generated by building occupants and hauled to and disposed of in landfills.
Requirements
Provide dedicated areas accessible to waste haulers and building occupants for the collection and storage of recyclable materials for the entire building. Collection and storage areas may be separate locations. Recyclable materials must include mixed paper, corrugated cardboard, glass, plastics, and metals. Take appropriate measures for the safe collection, storage, and disposal of two of the following: batteries, mercury-containing lamps, and electronic waste.
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Addenda
11/9/2020 – Updated: 11/30/2020
Rating System Correction
Description of change: Add RETAIL to the list of adaptations
Under Requirements, delete all language following Retail NC/CI section:
Reference Guide updates:
Under Guidance for this credit for BDC and IDC, replace the following modifications for Retail:
There are no substantive changes to the prerequisite requirements; refer to the LEED v4 reference guide, with the following addition:
Beta Update
Retail projects should now follow guidance for New Construction/Commercial Interiors. Retail-specific requirements are no longer applicable.
Internationally Applicable: No
11/9/2020 – Updated: 11/30/2020
Reference Guide Correction
Description of change: Add RETAIL to the list of adaptations
Under Requirements, delete all language following Retail NC/CI section:
Reference Guide updates:
Under Guidance for this credit for BDC and IDC, replace the following modifications for Retail:
There are no substantive changes to the prerequisite requirements; refer to the LEED v4 reference guide, with the following addition:
Beta Update
Retail projects should now follow guidance for New Construction/Commercial Interiors. Retail-specific requirements are no longer applicable.
Internationally Applicable: No
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