Can we take credit for PVs? If so, how do you include the savings? If we include the PVs in our energy model, the savings is deducted from the total building end use. The LEED template table for Path 2 has the end use broken out into specific categories.
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Paul Conrad
Energy EngineerCLEAResult Consulting
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December 8, 2010 - 10:14 am
Shannon,
I've honestly never come across a CI project that tried to incorporate PV. With no specific credit for on-site renewable energy in the Commercial Interiors rating system, as a reviewer I'd be reluctant to allow the project team to claim credit for on-site renewables. The reasoning is that CI is primarily a rating system which relates to how spaces are built-out, not how a whole building functions.
I would say, however, that if you wish to claim credit for a PV system in your CI project, that your best recourse is to claim it as an ID credit. Your other option is to submit a CIR to the EA TAG and see how they wish to incorporate it.
Regards,
Paul