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NC-2009 EAp2:Minimum Energy Performance

Energy Process

Shall we use LEED 2009 BD+C if the new building has 35% of energy process ? The main function is mechanical kneading without cooking process and warehouse. there are few office areas inside. We know the new LEED 4 BD+C warehouses, but we think is too restrictive for our client.

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Fri, 04/29/2016 - 12:36

If you prefer LEED v. 2009, you can choose it. Consider this guide for the choice of the rating system: http://www.usgbc.org/resources/leed-2009-rating-system-selection-guidance Consider that for the energy performance LEED v. 2009 has a new minimum limit: http://www.probuilder.com/new-leed-2009-projects-will-have-meet-increased-minimum-energy-performance Regards

Fri, 04/29/2016 - 14:34

The amount of process energy in the project should not be a determining factor in the selection of which system to use. If it is only 35% then you should be able to get enough savings with either one. If you can't then look at reducing the process energy use as an exceptional calculation.

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