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when to use prescriptive vs simulation

CI-2009 IEQc8.1: Daylight and views - daylight
posted by Denise Santini on Jan 16, 2012, 12:20 pm

In what kind of space would you use a prescriptive method for calculating daylight. it seems as it only applies to open office spaces in a small floor plate. And daylight simulations are...

Last reply: TODD REED, Jan 17, 2012, 8:23 am

Pilot Credit #44 Ergonomics Strategy- wall /work surface ratio

Pilot-Credits EQpc44: Ergonomics approach for computer users
posted by Cindy Davis on Jan 16, 2012, 5:32 pm

I received a second review comment “Documentation demonstrating that on-site measurements or product data for finishes to demonstrate an average wall-surface-to-work surface...

NC Major Renovation with minimal site disturbance

NC-2009 SSp1: Construction Activity Pollution Prevention
posted by Monika Mickute on Jan 13, 2012, 4:09 pm

Dear LEEDUsers,

We are working towards certifying our own office building (an existing 50 year old, single story...

Last reply: Steve Loppnow, Jan 16, 2012, 11:56 am

E-85 at a gas station?

NC-2009 EAc2: On-Site Renewable Energy
posted by April Ambrose on Jan 16, 2012, 9:51 am

We are doing LEED Volume under NC-Retail for a gas station chain that sells E-85 at all locations. Does E-85 qualify as On-Site Renewable Energy?

Last reply: Marcus Sheffer, Jan 16, 2012, 10:29 am

Carpark and definition of GFA

CS-2009 EAc1: Optimize Energy Performance
posted by Puteri Shireen Jahnkassim on Jan 15, 2012, 9:19 pm

Dear Sir/Madam

We are certifying a large retail mall which have a large carpark block ( five levels). Some energy efficiency measures is present in the carpark block such as daylight...

Last reply: Marcus Sheffer, Jan 16, 2012, 10:11 am

Home Automation in Multifamily High Rise Residential Project

NC-2009 EAc1: Optimize Energy Performance
posted by Omer Moltay on Jan 14, 2012, 6:41 pm

Dear All,

Would it be possible to claim EAc1 credits for local automation in dwelling units to achieve the following:

(1) Automatic shut down of lighting and HVAC units when there...

Last reply: Marcus Sheffer, Jan 16, 2012, 10:05 am

Tenant leases, credit for upgrades other than LPD reduction?

CS-2009 EAc1: Optimize Energy Performance
posted by Dan LeBlanc on Jan 15, 2012, 9:15 pm

Has anyone been successful in claiming savings in tenant spaces for anything other then lighting power reductions? Demand controlled ventilation, daylight sensors or plug load reductions perhaps...

Ambigious application

CI-2009 RPc1: Regional Priority
posted by Steve Khouw on Dec 29, 2011, 12:54 am

Whereby there are multiple options, there is ambiguity in RPC. For instance in China, in pursuit of EAc1.3 enable 1 RPC, but for Option 1, we are not sure for compliance whether we have to...

Last reply: Steve Khouw, Jan 15, 2012, 8:42 am

LEED for Homes- OPR?

LEED for Homes (LEED-H) Forum
posted by Mike Barker on Oct 11, 2011, 12:18 pm

While it is not required officially by LEED for Homes ( i think ? ), has anyone ever seen an example of a Owners Project Requirements document for residential developments ?

This would...

Last reply: Barry Howard, Jan 14, 2012, 11:11 pm

Rule 3: Angle Exemption

EBOM-2009 SSc8: Light Pollution Reduction
posted by SIG - Sustainability Main Account on Jan 13, 2012, 3:08 pm

Has anyone documented Rule 3: Angle Exemption?
I'm confused by the diagram in the reference guide. It is a plan view, correct? It seems like any recessed fixture should be exempt, but...