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NC-2009 WEp1:Water Use Reduction—20% Reduction

WEp1 Credit Resources - Water Use Reduction Calculator

I have just come across the Water Use Reduction Calculator tool in the credit tools for WEp1. Do most people use this to demonstrate compliance? It looks to make the WEp1 process a lot more straight forward... The instructions say to complete the Water Use Reduction Calculator, upload to LEED Online, and complete any related summary fields in the LEED credit form with results from the calculator. I can't see which are "summary fields" though- can I avoid completing the WEp1 credit form in its entirety if I upload the Water Use Reduction Calculator? Many thanks, Susie

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Charles Nepps
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Tue, 09/29/2015 - 18:46

No the form still needs to be completed, the calculator is supporting documentation. I think once you complete the calculator, you'll find the form fairly simple to complete; but do let me know if you need a help.

Tue, 11/03/2015 - 16:23

I've realised that the Water Use Reduction Calculator tool is password protected. This seems a bit odd since it is meant to be a useful resource. How do I go about unlocking it for use? Additionally, I was wondering if anyone has an example of a completed credit form they would be willing to share with me for a project with more than one Fixture Groups? We're new to the LEED process and would like the peace of mind of checking our approach against that of another project before submitting to USGBC! Many thanks, Susie

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