All new wood products must be listed in line-item fashion in the documentation, whether FSC-certified or not. There is no 45% default budget for this credit as there is in the other MR credits. 

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All new wood products must be listed in line-item fashion in the documentation, whether FSC-certified or not. There is no 45% default budget for this credit as there is in the other MR credits. 

Initiate the process for financial support and subsidies. Some programs require applications early in the design period and designate only approved vendors. 

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Initiate the process for financial support and subsidies. Some programs require applications early in the design period and designate only approved vendors. 

Many PV panels are very sensitive to shading, so shade on even a small part of the panel reduces its output significantly. Discuss the structural requirements with a qualified vendor and structural engineer. Some types of PV, such as thin-film, are less s

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Many PV panels are very sensitive to shading, so shade on even a small part of the panel reduces its output significantly. Discuss the structural requirements with a qualified vendor and structural engineer. Some types of PV, such as thin-film, are less sensitive to shading, but are also less efficient overall. 

Consider space requirements and access. For PV, look for shadows, evaluate for optimal solar radiation and the angle of incidence during peak generating season. If possible, consider solar tracking system that follows the sun during the day and throughout

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Consider space requirements and access. For PV, look for shadows, evaluate for optimal solar radiation and the angle of incidence during peak generating season. If possible, consider solar tracking system that follows the sun during the day and throughout the year. This would allow more electricity generated from the same area, though with more infrastructure cost. (See Resources.) 

The key factors in implementing renewable energy for onsite generation include:envelope optimization and efficiency;studying feasibility; selection of appropriate technology;optimizing the mechanical and onsite systems; integrated design develop

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The key factors in implementing renewable energy for onsite generation include:

envelope optimization and efficiency;
studying feasibility; 
selection of appropriate technology;
optimizing the mechanical and onsite systems; 
integrated design development;
space and resource allocation;
budget allocation;
Identifying available incentives.

Consider building design and optimized energy performance before finalizing renewable energy calculations. Use estimates of the project’s annual energy use and costs to help determine what percentage of onsite renewable energy will be required to meet the

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Consider building design and optimized energy performance before finalizing renewable energy calculations. Use estimates of the project’s annual energy use and costs to help determine what percentage of onsite renewable energy will be required to meet the credit threshold. 

Transportation energy use is not a factor in this credit. For example, biofuels generated onsite from waste cooking oil is not eligible if used for vehicles and not buildings. 

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Transportation energy use is not a factor in this credit. For example, biofuels generated onsite from waste cooking oil is not eligible if used for vehicles and not buildings. 

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