How and in what way can points be obtained specifically related to a high-effiency HVAC motor in a retro-fit scenario?
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Marcus Sheffer
LEED Fellow7group / Energy Opportunities
LEEDuser Expert
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September 14, 2013 - 11:35 am
It might help contribute to earning points under Option 2.
Emily LaChapelle
September 19, 2013 - 3:55 pm
Thank you, Marcus. Can you elaborate on the different areas where it might be applicable for us us to obtain points specifically related to the motor as well? I have been reading about points attributed to VSD, IAQ . . . any others?
Marcus Sheffer
LEED Fellow7group / Energy Opportunities
LEEDuser Expert
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September 19, 2013 - 4:40 pm
Retrofitting a high-efficiency motor will not earn any points in and of itself. A high-efficiency motor retrofit will primarily save energy due to its high-efficiency relative to a standard motor. If you add a VSD it saves more energy. This could contribute to the energy saving percentages needed for this credit under Option 2 but will not get you there by itself. Not sure how it contributes to any IAQ credits?