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

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Eco Boost Option

May 15, 2017

Brightworks Sustainability

Brightworks Sustainability LLC

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May 15, 2017

My project is looking into a Kohler Awaken showerhead that performs at 1.5 gpm with a button to provide a 2.0 gpm "eco boost" when more pressure is needed for rinsing out hair. Has anyone used this in a project, and are you aware of how to count this in the calculation, as 1.5 or 2.0 gpm?

Thanks!

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Charles Nepps

NH Green Consulting

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May 16, 2017 - 11:16 am

For purposes of the credit calculations you need to use the higher flow rate.

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Will the reviewers accept a spreadsheet as a plumbing fixture schedule in lieu of the plans from the Construction Documents?

In LEED review comments I've been referred to the Water Use Reduction Additional Guidance document. I didn't know this was a required reference document.

Should I include bar sinks? What about mop sinks or janitor sinks? Swimming pools? Safety showers? Bidets? Tub spouts?

We provided new showers in our project to comply with the alternative transportation credit. Should they be considered in WEp1 calculations?

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