Leed2.2 Ea (Credit 2-6)

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What is the EA Credit 2 called?

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On-Site Renewable Energy

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What is the intent of On-Site Renewable Energy Credit?

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Encourage and recognize increasing levels of on-site renewable energy, self-supply to reduce environmental & economic impacts associated with fossil fuel energy use.

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How many points are available for On-Site Renewable Energy?

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Three

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What is the requirement for Renewable Energy Credit 2?

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Use on-site renewable energy systems to offset building energy cost.

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What are the performance levels for the renewable energy points?

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2.5% renewable energy = 1 point, 7.5% = 2 points, 12.5% = 3 points

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What are some renewable technologies to achieve EA Credit 2?

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Solar, wind, geothermal, biomass, low- impact hydro and bio-gas energies.

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How is energy cost calculated for EA Credit 2?

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Using the same software energy simulation used in EA Credit 1- Optimize Energy Performance, or by using the Department of Energy Commercial Buildings Energy Consumption Survey (CBECS) database to determine estimated electricity use.

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What is EA Credit 3 called?

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Enhanced Commissioning

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What is the intent of the Enhanced Commissioning Credit?

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Begin the commissioning process early during the design process and execute additional activities after systems performance verification is completed.

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What is the difference between Prerequisite 1 and Credit 3?

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Credit 3 fulfills requirements of EAp1 and in addition: conducts commissioning design reviews prior to mid-construction documents, reviews contractor submittals applicable to systems being commissioned, develops a systems manual for the commissioned systems, verifies that the requirements for training are completed and reviews building operation within 10 months after substantial completion.

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How many points are available for Enhanced Commissioning?

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One

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What is the 1st requirement of Enhanced Commissioning Credit?

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Prior to the start of the construction documents phase, designate an independent CxA to lead, review, and oversee the completion of all commissioning process activities.

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What is the 2nd requirement of Enhanced Commissioning Credit?

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CxA shall conduct, at a minimum, one commissioning design review of the Owner's Project Requirements (OPR), the Basis of Design (BOD) and the design documents (DD) prior to mid-construction documents phase, and then check the review comments.

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What is the 3rd requirement of Enhanced Commissioning Credit?

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CxA shall review contractor submittals applicable to systems being commissioned, and submitted to design team and owner.

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What is the 4th requirement of Enhanced Commissioning Credit?

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Develop a systems manual for operation of the commissioned systems.

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What is the 5th requirement of Enhanced Commissioning Credit?

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Verify that the requirements for training personnel and building occupants are completed.

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What is the 6th requirement of Enhanced Commissioning Credit?

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Assure CxA involvement in reviewing building operation within 10 months after substantial completion.

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The CxA is required to perform which requirements for Enhanced Commissioning?

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Requirement 2 (Review of Design), Requirement 4 (Systems Manual), and Requirement 5 (Verification of training requirements)

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What are the requirements of the Commissioning Authority (CxA) for Enhanced Commissioning

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A The CxA must have documented commissioning authority experience in at least two building projects, must be independent of the work of design and construction, must not be an employee of the design firm, must not be an employee or contracted through a contractor or construction manager, and can be a qualified employee or consultant of the Owner.

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What is EA Credit 4 called?

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Enhanced Refrigerant Management

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What are the intents of the Enhanced Refrigerant Management Credit?

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Reduce ozone depletion and support compliance with the Montreal Protocol while minimizing direct contributions to global warming.

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How many points are available for Enhanced Refrigerant Management?

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One

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What is required for the Enhanced Refrigerant Management Credit?

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Do not use refrigerants OR select refrigerants & HVAC&R that minimize or eliminate the emission of compounds that contribute to ozone depletion & global warming.

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What are some strategies to achieve the Enhanced Refrigerant Management Credit?

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Design and operate building without mechanical cooling and refrigeration equipment. Where mechanical cooling is used, utilize base building HVAC&R systems for the refrigeration cycle that minimize direct impact on ozone depletion and global warming. Select HVAC&R equipment with reduced refrigerant charge and increased equipment life.

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What is EA Credit 5 called?

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Measurement & Verification

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What is the intent of Measurement & Verification Credit?

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Provide for the ongoing accountability of building energy consumption over time.

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How many points are available for Measurement & Verification?

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One

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What is the framework used for Measurement & Verification?

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Option B: Energy Conservation Measure Isolation or Option D: Calibrated Simulation, as specified in the International Performance Measurement & Verification Protocol (IPMVP) Volume III: Concepts and Options for Determining Energy Savings in New Construction, April 2003.

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How are energy uses monitored in the Measurement & Verification Credit?

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Option B: ECM Isolation measures energy savings & operating parameters of the system(s) to which an ECM is applied. Option D: Calibrated Simulation measures energy savings at whole building main meters or sub- meters.

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What are some strategies to achieve the Measurement & Verification Credit?

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Develop an M&V plan to evaluate building and/or energy system performance. Characterize the building and/or energy systems through energy simulation or engineering analysis. Install the necessary metering equipment to measure energy use. Track and compare actual performance to baseline predicted performance.

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What is EA Credit 6 called?

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The Green Power Credit

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What is the intent of the Green Power Credit?

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Encourage the development and use of grid- source renewable energy technologies on a net zero pollution basis

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How many points are available for the Green Power?

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One

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What is the requirement for the Green Power Credit?

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Engage in a two-year contract to purchase power generated from renewable sources for at least 35% of power.

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What defines renewable sources for Green Power?

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Center for Resource Solutions (CRS) Green-e products certification requirements.

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What can Green Power be derived from?

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Solar, wind, geothermal, biomass, or low- impact hydro sources.