In the section on Renewable Energy, it mentions being directly connected to renewable energy systems. Is purchasing power from a green e certified energy provider up to this standard?
The intent of the credit is to increase the percentage of buildings using renewable power. The renewable energy credit is currently structured to reward projects for producing energy on-site. If the owner could demonstrate a long term commitment from the energy provider in the form of a contract that garauntees renewable power at 10% of the total delivered power, the committee has indicated that this meets the spirit of the credit and would qualifiy for a credit equivalence. Applicable internationally.