In a recent LEED project, we face problems while setting up energy model for a complex design, in which there are 7 smal buildings based on a large underground garge. However, they are applied as...

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Could the dedicated recyclable area be located in the same area as the main garbage bins, if the bins are properly labeled and the space is sufficient for both? Or would we need a clear...

We have a project with substantial amount of Gravel. It's part of a soil profile and also for general new construction. It's been specified in the civil scope Division 31. Should we include this...

As stated under "Economic Analysis" in Bird's Eye View, "...the LEED Reference Guide says to analyze conversion “and/or” replacement, many project teams don’t perform a complete analysis and fail...

Are steam process loads such as cage washing and glass cleaning included in these calculations and do they need to be monitored and included in the EUI values?

How about domestic hot water...

I see no reaosn that a cleaning contractor cannot provide services on a 3 day per week basis, assuming a 5 day work week. As long as cleanliness levels are maintained at an...

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i have problems with the conversion of the flow rate. In Amerika the unit for flow rate of lavatory is gpm at 60 psi but in germany the flow rate is measured in l/min at 3bar...

There is a point of contention within my office that I'm hoping can be cleared up by posting here. When considering the "1- and 2-year 24-hour design storms", is it possible to meet the quantity...

Our project has exterior lighting that is fully shielded, however a few streetlamps on the project boundary emit ample light to the night sky. These lamps are on the sidewalk, but technically...

Our project will include a substantial (20+ KW) PV system. We are trying to determine what our options are related to the electrical unit cost ($/KWH) used to calculate savings under EAc1 and...