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NC-v4 EQc2: Low emitting materials
Hello,
We have products that are rust preventative coatings tested as per US EPA test method which is the testing method for SCAQMD Rule 1113 and CARB 2007. As per SCAQMD, the allowable VOC content is 100g/l while as per CARB 2007 it is 250 g/l. The coatings in question have VOC content below 250 g/l but above 100g/l, and the regulation is not mentioned on the test report.
Can the project decide to comply with CARB 2007 regulation in order to document the credit?
Kindly advise,
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Katarzyna Mitura-Papis
SKANSKAApril 28, 2021 - 5:53 am
Hello Mario,
we are struggling with the same issue right now. Did you get any answer to your question? Do you know if any regulation is more important than the other one?
Kayla Garcia
January 23, 2023 - 7:14 am
Hi,
Good day!
Would like to inquire if you got clarification or review regarding this? Our project is also currently having similar issue.
Thank you!
Paula Melton
Editorial DirectorBuildingGreen, Inc.
LEEDuser Moderator
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January 23, 2023 - 8:09 am
The credit language says, "All paints and coatings wet-applied on site must meet the applicable VOC limits of the California Air Resources Board (CARB) 2007, Suggested Control Measure (SCM) for Architectural Coatings, or the South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) Rule 1113, effective June 3, 2011." To me that suggests that you get to pick among them, even if one has a higher threshold.