Date
Inquiry

Is it possible for LEED for Schools projects to utilize compliance paths in NCv2.2 for EQ Credit 4: Low Emitting Materials?

Ruling

A Performance/Intent-Equivalent Alternative Compliance Path (PIEACP) is approved for use by LEED for Schools projects. LEED for Schools Project Teams may substitute LEED for New Construction v2.2 EQc4 Low?Emitting Materials credits in place of corresponding LEED for Schools EQc4 Low?Emitting Materials credits. LEED for Schools project teams are encouraged to use LEED for Schools EQc4 Low?Emitting Materials credits where possible, but may substitute LEED for New Construction v2.2 credit requirements as needed. Project teams can still achieve a maximum of 4 points under EQc4, per a table provided in the URL below. Details can be found here: https://www.usgbc.org/ShowFile.aspx?DocumentID=4311 Applicable Internationally.

Internationally Applicable
On
Campus Applicable
Off