Note: This pilot credit was closed for new registrations as of March 1, 2012.

Heat island effects in cities can increase summertime temperatures by 10 degrees or more, significantly increasing the cooling loads. LEED for Homes has always awarded credit for heat island reduction for both the roof and hardscapes. This is the first time that these two heat reduction measures (both under roof and hardscapes) are combined into a single credit.

Additional Questions

• What measures were installed to meet the requirements of the credit?
• Do you feel that the thresholds are appropriate? If not, should they be lower or higher?

Credit Submittals

General

1. Register for Pilot Credit(s) LEEDuser.com, and participate in online forum
2. Submit the feedback survey using the link on the USGBC.org credit page; supply PDF of your survey/confirmation of completion with credit documentation

Credit Specific

Supporting Verification made available by the Project Team:

• Provide calculation showing  that at least 50% of  hardscapes are either shaded or light colored/reflective