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Front 1

What should be included in a CIR submission? (And what is not allowed?)

Back 1

Include essential project strategy and background info in context of the credit intent. Do not include a project drawing, cut sheets, or other attachments.

Front 2

How often can ID credits be revised?

Back 2

These can be revised without limitations following the initial application technical review by USGBC.

Front 3

Give some examples of ID credits.

Back 3

1. Educational outreach programs
2. Ese of exceptionally high fly ash content in concrete
3. Implementation of green housekeeping procedures
4. Use of low-emission furniture and furnishings
5. Integrated pest management for organic landscaping

Front 4

When are Exceptional Calculation Methods allowed by ASHRAE 90.1?

Back 4

1. When it's not possible to simulate technologies using the hourly energy simulation model.
2. When a non-regulated load is reduced in support of an ID credit or in contribution to EAc.1
3. When a technology or strategy outside of that allowed by ASHRAE 90.1-2004 Performance Rating Method contributes to reduction of a regulated load.

Front 5

Provide examples of when Exceptional Calculation Methods are used

when it's not possible to simulate technologies using the hourly energy simulation model

Back 5

- occupancy sensors
- underfloor air distribution
- radiant cooling
- vented double-skin facades
- graywater drain heat recovery

Front 6

Provide examples of when Exceptional Calculation Methods are used

when a technology or strategy outside of that allowed by ASHRAE 90.1-2004 Performance Rating Method contributes to reduction of a regulated load

Back 6

- use of occupancy controls on VAV boxes to avoid wasteful ventilation and cooling of unoccupied spaces

Front 7

What is a design charette?

Back 7

It is an intensive, collaborative workshop that assembles a group of stakeholders and experts to address planning and design. Focused on key issues, not detail. Usually in the outset of a project, and at key points early in design process.

Front 8

Commercial, institutional, and residential buildings account for approximately

____% of global consumption of raw materials

____% of primary US energy consumption

____% of US electricity consumption

____% of US potable water consumption

____ million tons of construction and demolition debris

____% of US CO2 emissions

Back 8

40
37%
68%
12%
136
35%

Front 9

Americans spend ___% of their time indoors where pollutant concentrations may be _____ times greater than outdoors.

Back 9

90%. 2-5 times

Front 10

____ is a principal complaint of building occupants

Back 10

IEQ

- poor air quality
- inconsistent thermal comfort
- problem lighting
- lack of daylight or connection outdoors
- excessive noise