Does this credit require 100% comfortable hours (for 90% of the people PMV) or is there some flexibility?
Also - any idea what to do if we can't find an EPW file for Lusaka, Zambia?
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Christopher Schaffner
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November 25, 2012 - 10:11 am
There is some flexibility, but you should be close to 100%. The reviewers are looking for you to explain clearly that comfort is being addressed in normal operating circumstances. So for example, failing to provide comfortable hours all summer would not be acceptable, but failing to provide comfort when outdoor conditions exceed design criteria would be.
DOE - Energy Plus site has weather data
http://apps1.eere.energy.gov/buildings/energyplus/cfm/weather_data.cfm
If it is not listed, pick something similar and make your case.