Which baseline HVAC system do I use if my building has no heating or air conditioning?
Assign HVAC systems as per Appendix-G and Section 6 but set thermostatic setpoints out of range so that systems never turn on.
Can the Trace 700 'LEED Energy Performance Summary Report' by uploaded to LEED Online in lieu of the Section 1.4 tables spreadsheet?
The automated Trace 700 report provides less information than is requested by the Section 1.4 tables spreadsheet. The Section 1.4 tables spreadsheet must be completed.
Can the Passive House Planning Package (PHPP) be used to energy model for LEED?
Although there is no formal list of approved simulation tools, there are a few requirements per G2.2.1, including the ability of the program to provide hourly simulation for 8760 hours per year, and model ten or more thermal zones, which PHPP does not meet.
The Section 9 space-by-space method does not include residential space types. What should I use?
Use the building area method.
How commonly are the 90.1 mandatory compliance forms submitted as part of EAp2/EAc1?
Submitting these forms is not common; however, it can be beneficial if you are applying for any exceptions.
Do hotel rooms need automatic light shut-off control?
For Section 9.4.1.1c, a manual control device would be sufficient to comply with mandatory provisions.
For a project outside the U.S., how do I determine the Target Finder score?
International projects are not required to enter a Target Finder score. Target Finder is based on U.S. energy use data.
For a project outside the U.S., how do I determine the climate zone?
Use the tables and definitions provided in 90.1 Appendix B to determine an equivalent ASHRAE climate zone.
How do I provide a zip code for an international location?
The Energy Star portion of the form does not apply to international projects.
Can mezzanines open to floors below be excluded from the energy model?
Any conditioned area must be included in the energy model.