I am working on a project with rooftop solar panels planned. A portion of the solar panels will be initially installed during building construction, and the rest will be installed at a later time (i.e. after the building becomes operational). For SSc5, when calculating the total applicable roof area, should I only consider the area of the initial solar panels, or should I consider the total area of the initial and proposed future solar panels?

Also, just to confirm, "Total Roof Area" in the option 1 criteria (both equations 1 and 2) is actually referring to the total applicable roof area, which excludes equipment, solar panels, etc.

Thank you so much!

Best,

James

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emily reese moody

Sustainability Director, Certifications & Compliance

Jacobs

LEEDuser Expert

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Fri, 09/16/2022 - 16:09

Hi James, As with most other credits, too, you should only consider what is in the scope of the active project, as future endeavors cannot be guaranteed; this will also apply to the Renewable Energy credit if that is pursued. Occasionally, a credit will allow the inclusion of planned elements, but those credits that do already have that language embedded with the credit text. If you feel you have a guaranteed outcome and a way to prove it, you might have a case, but would need to discuss it directly with GBCI before attempting.

James Jin

LEEDuser Basic Member

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Fri, 09/16/2022 - 17:08

Hi Emily, Thank you so much for the explanation. I will only the actual proposed solar panels then. Best wishes, James

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