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We are using a lot of reclaimed wood. Should we include this in our MRc7 calculations? What about wood that is already installed on the project, in a renovation? What about wood products with recycled content?

Does FSC-certified bamboo products count towards this credit?

A product has FSC-certified veneer, but a non-certified core. Can we prorate the MRc7 contribution of this product based on the cost of the veneer?

Should wood used on site features such as benches or a gazebo be included here?

Is there a minimum quantity of wood that must be used on the project to qualify for this credit?

We are pursuing IEQc4.5 from LEED-CI as an ID credit. Are we then required to include the cost of furniture in MRc3–7?

What building components are typically purchased with FSC content to earn this credit?

We’re having trouble getting FSC wood within our budget. Can we use products with another forestry certification?

Do I need to provide invoices for all of the new wood products purchased for the project, or just FSC wood products?

I have supporting manufacturer documentation for the FSC wood used on our project. Is this enough to document this credit, or do I need invoices as well?

Can products labeled “FSC Recycled” or “FSC Recycled Credit” contribute towards MRc7? What about "FSC Mix" percentages that refer to recycled content?

Does FSC-certified wood automatically contribute to IEQc4.4 as a low-emitting material?

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CS-2009 MRc6:Certified Wood

FSC Wood type and certification

Lilian Seow

Principal

LSDesignworks @ Vancouver, BC Canada

LEEDuser Basic Member

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January 21, 2014

I got a declaration letter from the manufacturer of the glulam. The letter states the wood was purchased from a sawmill and it's is FSC Mixed Credit. 1. What is the difference between FSC Mix Credit” and “FSC Mix [NN]%.” ? 2. Who determines this wood type - the sawmill or the manufacturer? 3. Does the sawmill needs to produce forest management certificate or COC certificate to proof their wood is FSC?

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Tristan Roberts

Representative

Vermont House of Representatives

LEEDuser Expert

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Tue, 01/21/2014 - 17:43

Lilian, see our guidance above on question #1. #2: The manufacturer can't determine that without information from the sawmill. That information is passed along via the chain of custody.#3: Yes, they need a CoC certificate.

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