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Semiheated space and baseline model
NC-2009 EAc1:Optimize Energy Performanceposted by Francesco Passerini on
In the proposed building there is a semiheated space (climate zone 4, heating power 40 W/m^2, no ventilation, no cooling). In the baseline model shall that space be modeled without HVAC system?
Daylit sensors for windows and glass roof
CI-2009 EAc1.2:Optimize Energy Performance—Lighting Controlsposted by Carolina Vergnano on
For compliance with the "Daylit Controls" we are placing sensors in all perimeter of the offices within 4,5m of the windows, at the high of the ceiling.
Clarifications on Background noise
Schools-2009 IEQp3:Minimum Acoustical Performanceposted by David Mirabile on
This is my first attempt at this credit. I am confused on the effort to prove background noise whether using the ASHRAE or ANSI standard.
How LEED-ND's Access to Quality Transit (SLLc3) can harm transit
posted by Eric Orozco on
The intent of LEED-ND’s Location and Transportation Credit “Access to Quality Transit” (I will call it "AQT" for short - this is formerly SLL Credit 3: “Reduced Automobile Dependence”) is to “encou
Include fuel oil usage from emergency generators?
EBOM-2009 EAp2:Minimum Energy Efficiency Performanceposted by Jessica Hawley on
On past LEED EBOM Certifications, GBCI has required us to input fuel oil used in our emergency generators. So we did.
Natural Ventilation Compliance
NC-2009 IEQp1:Minimum IAQ Performanceposted by Dan Forino on
I have a project looking to achieve some of the spaces via Natural Ventilation compliance. The windows are installed with a 60% porosity window screen.
Points under option 1
ND-v2009 GIBc1:Certified green buildingsposted by Alicia Villanueva on
Credit language does not state how many points you will get when you certify one single building under LEED rating systems. We would appreciate any clarification.
ID credit for collaborative workstations
NC-2009 IDc1:Innovation in Designposted by Stacey Olson on
I was informed about a project that is pursuing an ID point based on using colaborative workstations and conference rooms, that promote interaction and use less space that conventional plans, thus
Calculating FTE
posted by Tom Hurst on
I've reviewed several reference guides and I've just gotten myself more confused regarding calculating FTE's.
Calculation of baseline, "lowest first-cost"
ND-v2009 GIBc13:Infrastructure energy efficiencyposted by Alicia Villanueva on
The calculation of the baseline does not seem very clear for us. Does it mean that we have to calculate the energy used by the cheapest equipment?