Our project team has a question about the definition of building alteration for LEED-EB certification.
According to the reference guide, the minimum alteration “include construction...

Our project (111,000+ sq ft, six story office building) will have an entire floor remodel, lobby entry remodel, and four restroom remodels all occurring during the performance period, albeit not...

We are adding an addition to an existing facility. Ideally the performance period for energy would start after construction is complete. Is it acceptable to start the performance period for...

For materials that were removed during demo and then re-used during construction, can you count these materials as salvaged as well as regional, meaning can you count the cost twice?

During the performance period for LEED...

David Posada Integrated Design & LEED Specialist SERA Architects LEEDuser Expert 1980 thumbs up November 26, 2012- 3:44 pm Michelle, Re #1: The NC 2009 IEQ 4.3 forum discussion mentions the addendum that clarifies how wood and ceramic tile are treated- yes, they qualify for the credit without testing, but you'll need to consider the VOCs of any flooring adhesives, grout, floor sealants or finishes applied on site during installation. Re #2: Not sure I understand your question about the 25% floor area and cost terms. As I understand it, the intent of the 25% minimum is to prevent us from...

Would silicone and epoxy be certified under the Bay Area Air Quality Management District (BAAQMD) regulation, or shall I consider them as paints under Green Seal?

In the reference guide there is a sample tracking table that has a column labeled "Percentage of Purchase Actual Value" with percentages filled in. The percentages don't seem to affect the...

In some of our current EB:O&M projects we have considered pursuing the MRc1 and MRc3 purchasing credits, claiming credit for...

I have come across this on more than one occasion and different projects (CI and...