Although GBCI has not addressed this question directly, a LEED Interpretation from January 2017 suggests that dynamic glazing—unlike typical tinted glass—does provide glare control. Interpretation 100002149 includes electrochromic glazing in its definition of an automated dynamic façade system. Such systems "address sunlight penetration or perceived glare in the space.” This Interpretation states that buildings with such systems are not subject to Annual Sunlight Exposure (ASE) requirements. For the ASE options, systems must be automated, but manual override is acceptable within certain contraints. For glare control generally (applies to all options), manual override is required.
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<p>Can electrochromic glazing qualify as a glare control device?</p>