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CI-2009 WEp1: Water Use Reduction—20% Reduction

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Do aerators count?

February 24, 2012

Diana Nezamutinova

Consultant
Self Employed

LEEDuser Basic Member

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February 24, 2012

Would GBCI approve of the water savings derived from a low-flow aerator (flow limiter) installed on the existing tap that used to have high water flow?

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Devon Bertram

Sustainability Manager
YR&G

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February 24, 2012 - 10:21 am

Yes, that would contribute to your water use calcs. You'll just need to provide flow rate of the aerator and product cut sheet.

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Manny Iglesia

LEED BD+C O+M
Carde Ten Architects

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February 24, 2012 - 12:36 pm

If it's already installed, take a picture, before & after.

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