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1 LEED EB O&M 2009: Detailed Review Ken Sidebottom, CEM, LEED AP Program Consultant, Sustainable Buildings Johnson Controls, Inc. USGBC N. TX Board Chair 2009

2 Learning Objectives Understand LEED EB O&M 2009 Rating System Understand USGBC process for Certifying Existing Buildings (GBCI Update) Learn when to use LEED EB O&M Rating system and when it s not appropriate

3 Government Education Private Sector Green Initiatives are abundant and growing 9 Federal agencies use LEED as standard cities, higher education facilities and others have mandated LEED NACo Green Government initiative US Conference of Mayors Climate Initiative Energy Independence and Security Act 2007 Clinton Climate Initiative Building Retrofit Program American College and University Presidents Climate Commitment Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education Collaboration for High Performance School BOMA 7-Point Challenge/CCI Center for Energy and Climate Solutions (Dallas BOMA Shades of Green) USGBC/Clinton Climate Build Green Schools initiative Green Grid (IT) Green Guide for Healthcare Architecture 2030

4 Environmental Impact of Buildings People spend as much as 90% of time indoors. Buildings: Consume almost 40% of all energy. Add 40% to atmospheric emissions. Use 68% of all electricity. Use 2% freshwater, 88% potable water. Up to 40% of municipal solid waste stream. Exploit significant amounts of land.

5 Green Buildings

6 Top Sustainability Needs. Reduce energy usage across all operations 2. Increase the use of energy from renewable sources 3. Reduce levels of greenhouse gas emissions 4. Simplify/streamline the reporting of energy and environmental data 5. Increase flexibility to change energy sources 6. Extend the effective life of equipment and assets 7. Reduce operating costs across the organization 8. Reduce the impact of energy cost volatility 9. Increase use of energy-efficient building systems and equipment 0. Reduce the cost of operations through energy efficiency and/or emissions credits Sustainability Navigation Session Results (n = 37)

7 U.S. Green Building Council National coalition representing all sectors of the building industry. Non-Profit trade organization. Promotes design, construction, operation of environmentally responsible, profitable, healthy places to live and work. Market Transformation to Build & Operate Green Buildings Launched Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) in Rating system to guide sustainable project development for new construction projects.

8 U.S. Green Building Council Growth 20,000+ member companies, firms, government agencies or organizations 22,000+ Registered building projects 2,250+ Certified Buildings 00,000+ LEED APs 80 Local Chapters in US (4 in TX) Local Contact: Jane Baxter-Lynn, Executive Director USGBC Central Texas Chapter centraltexas.org May 2009 figures

9 LEED EB Market Growth Almost 2300 EB Registered projects (0% of total for all LEED projects) About 50 EB Certified Buildings since Pilot in (2200 total buildings LEED Certified) Represents only 7% of buildings but. EB Represents 22% of total SF of all LEED Certified Buildings (Large Buildings) 90+ Registered for LEED EB in Texas Only 4 Certified in Texas to date Over 35 LEED EB Registered projects in Austin area represent almost 0 MM GSF of space. (Over 270,000 SF/Bldg. average) May 2009 figures

10 USGBC LEED Related Programs Building Certification (GBCI) Certified, Silver, Gold & Platinum Levels Professional Accreditation of People (GBCI) LEED AP (O&M, D&C, ID&C) Training workshops Educational resources Website

11 USGBC Membership & LEED AP Exam USGBC Memberships are by Firm, Co. or Org. (Fee based on market segment and size) Unlimited individual members (Employees) Membership Benefits: Lower Project Cert. fees, reference materials & education program costs. Lower local chapter fees for all employees. People are LEED Accredited Professionals (AP). Exams available for NC, EB O&M and CI Rating Systems New Program Available on May 8th: $00 Application Fee Required to GBCI. Levels of Professional Credentialing change in Green Associate: General Knowledge - Know the USGBC/GBCI Websites and Certification Process (GBCI Study & Ref. Guides) LEED AP Exams: Reference Guides for (D&C, EB O&M and ID&C) Exam is closed book computerized test ($300 per person per test for members/$450 for non-members) Prometric is the testing company. Purchase Study & Reference Guides online (Members discount - $40-$50/copy) $50/copy) Website: (LEED)

12 LEED Products Rating Systems For New Construction NC For Existing Buildings EB For Commercial Interiors CI For Core and Shell CS For (New) Schools For (New) Homes Green Guide for Healthcare (Review) For Neighborhood Developments (Pilot) For Retail (Pilot) Under Development

13 LEED EB History/Future LEED EB Pilot Program: Released in 2003 (00 projects registered Approx. 25% Certified) JCI Brengel Technology Center one of the first 2 LEED NC Certified buildings by USGBC - Only Building to Re- Certify (Using LEED EB Pilot) Silver to Gold. LEED EB v.0: Released in Fall 2004 LEED EB v2.0: October 2006 LEED EB O&M: September 2008 (Current) LEED EB O&M 2009: Available April 27, 2009 New LEED Online goes live LEED EB O&M (LEED AP Exam): May 8, 2009 LEED EB O&M 2009: Mandatory after June 26, 2009 No Additional fee to upgrade (EBOM) until January, 200

14 LEED EB O&M: When to Use it Re-Certify a building that was LEED NC Certified previously (JCI Brengel Center) Certify Existing Whole Buildings (Not for individual tenant spaces or parts of existing buildings) Most commercial and institutional building types are applicable including retail, multiuse and mid/high-rise Residential (4 stories or greater). Campuses can be Certified with EB O&M (Utility metering to individual building level is required for BTU/SF/Yr. assessment) Quantify the Sustainability of a building (Use LEED EB O&M as the metric)

15 LEED EB O&M Minimum Project Requirements Building must be occupied for at least 2 months with 75% occupancy rate or greater per industry standards for building type 90%+ of the building SF must be included in LEED Certification project (Up to 0% SF exclusion allowed but only for areas with separate use/management practices) Must meet all regulatory requirements for hazardous material management (PCB/Asbestos/Mercury in lamps) & waste water discharge Min. 3 month performance period required for all credits pursued (One year minimum for Energy)

16 LEED Categories All Rating Systems Sustainable Sites Materials & Resources Water Efficiency Energy & Atmosphere Indoor Environmental Quality Innovation in Operations Regional Priority

17 LEED EB O&M 2009 Detailed Review (00 Possible Points + 0 Bonus) Levels of Certification Certified Silver Gold Platinum Points Required Points Points Points 80+ Points

18 LEED EB: O&M Prerequisites per Category. Sustainable Sites 0 2. Water Efficiency 3. Energy and Atmosphere 3 4. Materials and Resources 2 5. Indoor Environ. Quality 3 6. Innovation in Ops (IO) 0 7. Regional Priority 0 Total 9

19 LEED EB O&M Point Structure CREDIT CATAGORIES Sustainable Sites Water Efficiency Energy & Atmosphere Materials & Resources Indoor Environ. Quality Innovation in Operations Regional Priority TOTAL Points Available POINTS

20 Sustainable Sites Overview Goals and Objectives Effective Grounds Management Low-Impact Hardscapes Planting Sustainable Landscapes Reducing Emissions from Transportation to Site Protecting Surrounding Habitat Managing Storm Water Runoff Reducing Heat Island Effect Eliminating Light Pollution

21 Sustainable Sites 8 Credits 26 Point(s) Credit : LEED Certified D&C (LEED NC) 4 Credit 2: Bldg. Exterior & Hardscape Management) Plan Credit 3: Integrated Pest Management, Erosion & Landscape Management Plan Credit 4*: Alternative Transportation 5 Credit 5*: Reduced Site Disturbance Credit 6*: Storm Water Management Credit 7*: Reduce Heat Island (Roof & Landscape) Credit 8: Light Pollution Reduction *Exemplary Performance - Innovation in Ops 2 IO

22 Sustainable Sites Credit : LEED Certified Design & Construction (D&C) Option : Whole Building was Certified under LEED NC Program 4 Points OR Option 2: Whole Building was Certified under LEED for Schools OR Option 3: Building was Certified under LEED Core & Shell (LEED C&S) for Leased Office Buildings AND At least 75% of the leased tenant space is Certified under LEED Commercial Interiors (CI)

23 Sustainable Sites Credit 2: Bldg. Exterior & Hardscape Management Plan Employ a plan that is low-impact to the environment in the following areas: Point General Maintenance Equipment (Low noise and emissions) Snow & Ice removal (No salt or harsh chemicals) Cleaning of Building exterior (No toxic cleaners) Paints & Sealants used on Building exterior (low-voc products) Cleaning of sidewalks, pavement & other hardscapes (low-impact equipment, materials and procedures)

24 Sustainable Sites Credit 3: Integrated Pest Management, Erosion & Landscape Site Management Plan Employ a plan to reduce impact of chemical use & runoff, energy waste, air pollution and solid waste as compared to standard practices. Address the following areas: Point Integrated Pest Management Plan (IPM) Erosion & Sedimentation Control (SWPPP) Divert Landscape Waste from Landfills (Compost on-site or off-site) Reduce Chemical Fertilizer Use Green Roofs for Zero Lot line properties can also be used in place of this plan

25 Sustainable Sites Credits : Alternative Transportation 5 points Reduce the number of commuting trips by building occupants using single occupant standard vehicles. Participate in or provide a program that includes: Points Telecommuting/Compressed Work Weeks Mass/Public Transit (Provide incentives) Car or Van pooling/low-emitting vehicles Human-Powered/Vehicle Transport (Walk or Bicycle) Provide documentation of Program Compliance based on total occupancy of the building for all participants: 0% participation 25% participation 50% participation 75% participation 95%+ participation (Exemplary Performance) IO

26 Sustainable Sites Credit 5: Reduced Site Disturbance Point Have native or adaptive vegetation on 25% of the site open space or 5% of site including building footprint (Whichever is greater) Provide 50% equivalent amount of off-site area, that is dedicated to conservation. Must be documented with owner of off-site property. Water bodies, rock, un-vegetated ground or other natural/native habitat to the region qualify Vegetated roof will apply in urban setting (Must be at least 5% of the total site area) Innovation credit opportunity to provide 50% open space on site or 00% equivalent off-site (Exemplary Performance) IO

27 Sustainable Sites Credit 6: Storm Water Management Point Implement a plan that infiltrates, collects and reuses runoff or evapotranspirates 5% of precipitation falling on the site for both: A Two-Year Storm event A 24 hour design storm event Implement an Annual Inspection and Repair Program Document inspection and maintenance & repairs during the performance period Make any needed repairs within 60 days of inspection Innovation credit opportunity to retain 30% of water falling on site (Exemplary Performance) IO

28 Sustainable Sites Credit 7.: Reduce Heat Island (Non-Roof) Point Option A: : Any Combination of Strategies for 50% of the site hardscape (Roads, Sidewalks, courtyards & Parking lots) Shade by tree canopy within 5 years of planting Shading by structures with Solar Thermal/Photovoltaic Panels Architectural shading devices with Solar Reflectivity Index (SRI) rating of 29 or better Hard scape materials with SRI of 29 or better Open grid pavers (At least 50% pervious) Option B: : 50% or more of all parking spaces are covered. (Under ground, deck or building) Roofs must have SRI of 29 or better Exemplary performance for doing both options IO

29 Sustainable Sites Credit 7.2: Reduce Heat Island (Roof) Point Option A: : Use roofing materials with a Solar Reflectivity Index (SRI) of 29 for pitched roofs (>2:2 slope) and SRI of 78 for flat roofs (<2:2 slope) or better on 75% of all roof surface area. Implement a maintenance program to maintain reflectance value. Option B: : Install a vegetated roof on 50% or more of all roof surface area. Option C: : Install a combination of a vegetated roof and a qualifying reflective roof (meeting the criteria in Option A) per the following formula: (Area of SRI Roof/0.75) + (Area of Vegetated Roof/0.5) >/= Total Roof area Exemplary Performance: Provide a combination of options to exceed individual option goals IO

30 Sustainable Sites Credit 8: Light Pollution Reduction Point Interior Lighting (Non-Emergency) with direct line of site to exterior openings must be controlled to turn off after-hours. (For at least 50% of annual night time hours 290 hrs/year) Exterior Lighting must comply with one of following: Option : Verify Compliance with SS credit 8 if LEED Certified in New Construction Option 2: Partially or fully shield all fixtures with lamps 50 watts and over to not emit light into night sky Option 3: Measure light levels at perimeter to verify compliance. 00 ft. site perimeter (Min. 8 data points) Max. 20% increase in levels with bldg./site lights on vs off. Exemplary Performance for doing all three options IO

31 Water Efficiency Overview Goals and Objectives Monitoring Water Consumption Performance Reducing Indoor Potable Water Consumption Reducing Water Consumption to Save Energy & Improve Environmental well-being Practicing Water-Efficient Landscaping

32 Water Efficiency Prerequisite & 4 Credits Prerequisite : Minimum Fixture & Fitting Water Efficiency 4 Points Required Points Credit *: Water Performance Measurement - 2 Metering Credit 2*: Plumbing Water Performance (0, 5 20, 30% Reduction from Baseline) Credit 3: Water Efficient Landscaping (50,75, 5 00% Reduction) Credit 4*: Cooling Tower Water Management 2 (Chemicals & Non-Potable Water) *Exemplary Performance - Innovation in Ops IO

33 Water Efficiency Prerequisite : Minimum Fixture & Fitting Water Efficiency Plumbing Fixture aggregate efficiency as compared to the Baseline: 2006 Uniform/International Plumbing Code (UPC/IPC) fixture performance (Flush & Flow rates are based on EPA 992 Water Efficiency Standards). Required Allowable calculated baseline water use depends on Age of Fixture Installation: Installed before 993: 60% of Baseline use (Or retrofits of valves, aerators & showers) Installed after 993: 20% of Baseline use Pro-rated rated average based on any combination Policy in place to assess retrofit economics Develop & Implement a Policy for upgrades to compliant fixtures based on economic evaluation.

34 Water Efficiency Prerequisite : Minimum Fixture & Fitting Water Efficiency Document Compliance based on one of the following: Required Option : Provide Reviewer comments for a LEED NC or LEED C&S/CI Certified project. Option 2: Provide declaration that all fixtures were installed after January, 994 and has compliant fixtures Option 3: Provide other tangible evidence of documentation from Installation event if a retrofit was done. Option 4: Provide the calculated baseline and actual usage. Provide cut sheets or a 20% sample of actual use measurements if other than compliant fixtures are installed

35 Water Efficiency Credit : Water Performance Measurement - Metering Credit.: Meter incoming water to facility site Credit.2: Sub-metering of one or more of the following systems (Weekly data recording req d.): Irrigation of Grounds (80% of irrigated site) Indoor Fixtures and fittings (80% of total) Cooling Tower(s) 2 Points Points IO for 2 + Sub- metering systems Domestic Hot Water (80% of total) Process water use (80% of total) Reclaimed or Gray water use alternate Data-logged metering required

36 Water Efficiency Credit 2: Plumbing Water Performance (Reduction from Baseline) Credit : Indoor Fixture & Fitting Efficiency Reduce below the baseline calculated allowable use by: 0% 5% 20% 25% 30% 40% or more (Exemplary Performance) 5 Points Points IO

37 Water Efficiency Credit 3: Water Efficient Landscaping 5 Points Reduce Potable Water for Landscape Irrigation from Baseline using one of the following methods: Option : Sub-metering historical data (3-Years) compared to a calculated baseline. Option 2: Calculate estimated actual use by vegetation type, Regional evapotranspiration rate, species factor, Density Factor and Microclimate Landscape Coefficient. Compare with baseline established using conventional rates, plant types and system design factors. Option 3: Use independent irrigation calculation tools from local, regional or other sources.

38 Water Efficiency Credit 3: Water Efficient Landscaping Reduction from Baseline Reduce Potable Water use compared to the Baseline calculation by the following levels: Reduce consumption by 50% from Baseline Calculation Reduce consumption by 62.5% from Baseline Calculation Reduce consumption by 75% from Baseline Calculation Reduce consumption by 87.5% from Baseline Calculation Reduce consumption by 00% from Baseline Calculation 5 Points Points

39 Water Efficiency Credit 4: Cooling Tower Water Management 2 Points Points Credit 4.: Chemical Management Implement a water management plan including the following components: Chemical Treatment Water Bleed-Off Biological Control O&M Staff Training Credit 4.2: 50% Non-Potable Water Use to include one or more of the following: Rainwater, condensate, tower blow-down water, recycled water, reclaimed water, etc. Innovation credit for 95% non-potable water use IO

40 Energy & Atmosphere Overview Goals and Objectives Monitoring & Improving Building Energy Performance Eliminating CFC s & Minimizing use and impact of Refrigerants in HVAC&R and Fire Protection Systems on the Protective Atmospheric Ozone Layer Using Renewable Energy Alternatives

41 Energy & Atmosphere 3 Prerequisites & 6 Credits Prerequisite : Energy Efficiency Best Management Practices Planning, Documenting & Opportunity Assessment Prerequisite 2: Minimum Energy Performance (Energy Star or Alternate Method) Prerequisite 3: CFC Reduction in HVAC&R Equipment (Re: Ozone depletion report) 35 Points Required Required Required Credit *: Optimize Energy Performance 8 Credit 2: Existing Building Commissioning 6 Credit 3: Performance Measurement 3 Credit 4: Renewable Energy (IOM opportunity) 6 Credit 5: Refrigerant Management Credit 6: Emissions Reduction Reporting *Exemplary Performance IO

42 Energy & Atmosphere Prerequisite : Energy Efficiency Best Management Practices Planning, Documenting & Opportunity Assessment Document Current Sequence of Operations for the Building Systems Required Develop a Building Operating Plan for Operations & Maintenance. Min. information: Occupancy Schedule Equipment run-time schedule Design set points for HVAC equipment Design Lighting Levels Daily, Weekly and Seasonal Changes Validate during performance period Systems level Narrative for Mechanical & Electrical Systems

43 Energy & Atmosphere Prerequisite : Energy Efficiency Best Management Practices Planning, Documenting & Opportunity Assessment Narrative of Preventative Maintenance (PM) Plan for all equipment in Systems Narrative. Required Document PM s in Performance Period Conduct an Energy Audit per ASHRAE Level I requirements to include: Square Footage and Utility Rate & Historical Data review/analysis (EUI & Cost/SF methods for -3 years of data) ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager/Target Finder analysis Facility Walk-Through Audit with Owner Identify potential low-cost and no-cost improvements for energy efficiency

44 Energy & Atmosphere Prerequisite 2: Minimum Energy Performance (EPA - ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager & Alternate Methods) Min. score of 69 in ENERGY STAR or 9% below CBECS Avg. to meet E&A prerequisite 2 Required E&A Credit : Intent is to Optimize Energy Performance Achieve increased levels of energy efficiency performance relative to similar building types in a similar climate zone Case - ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager: EUI (BTU/SF/Yr) Benchmarking - 2 months of historical utility data & basic building info required. 00 point scale (Score of 7 required for point Score of 95+ for 8 points) 2 Building Types in ENERGY STAR Program (Covers about 67% of all C&C RE & Inst. buildings) Exemplary Performance Points Every 2 ENERGY STAR points = LEED EB Energy Performance point up to 8 max. IO

45 LEED EB Energy Performance Rating Rank buildings with ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager (Free EPA Tool) Is 20 MPG high or low for an automobile? Fuel Efficiency 5-60 MPG Is 80 kbtu/sf/yr high or low for a building? Energy Efficiency Score = -00

46 Portfolio Manager - Eligible Space Types Supermarkets Hospitals Offices (general, courthouse, branch bank, financial center) K-2 Schools Medical Offices Hotels Post Offices Warehouses Residence Halls/ Dormitories

47 Energy & Atmosphere Credit : Optimize Energy Performance (Alt. Methods Case 2: Options,2a,2b & 2c) Case 2: Opt. - CBECS: Score point by being 2% below avg. use. (Compare yr. of historical energy data to CBECS median energy use data in ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager) Use of 45% below avg. is required for 8 points. (Use the Offline Spreadsheet Calculator for historical data comparison LEED Online Referenced tools) -88 Points Points -88 Option 2a Streamlined Baseline: Use Portfolio Manager and Offline Calculator to compare to CBECS Tables (-year data min.) Option 2b Building Historical Baseline: Use Offline Calculator (Avg. the 3 highest consecutive years of historical data over the last 6 years max.) Option 2c Building Historical Baseline plus Comparable Buildings: Compare 2b history to at least 3 other similar buildings (2-years data min.) IO (47%)

48 Energy & Atmosphere Prerequisite 3: CFC Reduction in HVAC&R Equipment (Leakage rates & reporting) Do not use CFC Refrigerants in HVAC&R base building systems unless third party audit/study indicates it is not economically feasible to retrofit refrigerant or replace equipment within 0 year simple payback. Required If CFC s are used commit to 5-year phase out plan from end of Performance period. Annual leakage rate <5% of total equipment refrigerant charge. Total leakage cannot exceed 30% over remaining equipment life. If leakage rate is greater than allowed or payback is less than 0 years, then repair or replace equipment to meet prerequisite. Equipment with less than 0.5 pounds of refrigerant are exempt from the calculation. (Refrigerators, Water Coolers, Window A/C, etc.)

49 Energy & Atmosphere Prerequisite 3: CFC Reduction in HVAC&R Equipment (Compliance Documentation Requirements) Option : LEED NC, C&S or LEED for Schools Certified with CFC Phase out Documentation of final review/approval If Phase out plan, list system components phased out to date & remaining plan dates Describe any changes to phase out plan Option 2: No CFC s in Building Provide year of installation, refrigerant management program and list of refrigerants Provide Mfr s. or Maintenance providers description or specifications showing refrigerant use information. Option 3: CFC s are used in Building Provide info above plus Third party Report Required

50 Energy & Atmosphere Credit 2.: Existing Building Commissioning Investigation & Analysis Option : Commissioning Process 2 Points Develop a re/retro/ongoing commissioning plan for major energy use systems Conduct the investigation & analysis phase Document the breakdown of building energy use List operating problems that affect occupant comfort and energy use. Develop changes that will solve them Identify capital improvements for cost-effective energy savings and document cost-benefit analysis of each Option 2: ASHRAE Level II Energy Survey & Audit Conduct Audit and document energy use breakdown Perform cost/savings analysis of ECM s to meet owner economic criteria and O&M procedures Document improvement recommendations and deliver to owner for implementation

51 Energy & Atmosphere Credit 2.2: Existing Building Commissioning - Implementation Implement no-cost & low-cost operational improvements and create a capital plan for major system or equipment upgrades 2 Points Demonstrate the observed or anticipated financial costs and benefits of the measures implemented to date Update the building operating plan to reflect any changes in occupancy schedule, equipment run time schedule, design set points or lighting levels. Provide Training for Management staff to build awareness and skills in sustainable building operations topics such as: Energy Efficiency Building Systems and Equipment Operations & Maintenance best practices

52 Energy & Atmosphere Credit 2.3: Existing Building Commissioning Ongoing Commissioning Program Implement an ongoing program including: 2 Points Planning System testing Performance Verification Corrective action response Ongoing measurement & documentation Create a written plan that summarizes commissioning cycle by building equipment or building system group as follows: Cycle shall not exceed 24 months Includes a building equipment list Performance measurement frequency Steps to respond to deviation from expected performance parameters

53 Energy & Atmosphere Credit 2.3: Existing Building Commissioning Ongoing Commissioning Program (Cont d.) Complete at least 50% (By dollar value) of all recommended improvements within 24 months of plan development and prior to submittal for LEED Certification. 2 Points Only work completed within two years prior to submittal may be included to show progress in the commissioning cycle. Update the building operating plan to reflect any changes in occupancy schedule, equipment run time schedule, design set points or lighting levels.

54 Energy & Atmosphere Credit 3.: Performance Measurement Building Automation System (BAS) Have in place a BAS that monitors and controls key building systems including but not limited to: Point HVAC Systems Lighting Systems Have a Preventative Maintenance (PM) plan in place that ensures BAS components are tested, repaired and replaced according to Mfr. recommendations. Demonstrate BAS is used to inform decisions regarding changes in building operations and energy saving investments Describe the function and operation of the BAS, document proper function of system sensors & actuators during performance period

55 Energy & Atmosphere Credit 3.2 & 3.3: Performance Measurement System Level Metering Breakdown of building energy use (E&A Credits 2. & 2.2 or energy bills), spot metering or other means to determine energy end use by mechanical systems and end-use applications. 2 Points Points Based on breakdown, employ system level metering covering major end-use systems: EA Credit 3.2: 40% of total energy consumption. At least one of the two largest energy use categories from the breakdown must be metered to the extent of 80% of it s total use. EA Credit 3.3: 80% of total energy consumption. At least two of the three largest energy use categories from the breakdown must be metered to the extent of 80% of each items total use.

56 Energy & Atmosphere Credit 4: Renewable Energy (On-Site and Off-Site Options) On-site Renewable sources that qualify are: 6 Points Photovoltaic Solar Thermal Bio-fuel based electrical systems (wood, animal or agricultural waste & landfill gas) Geothermal heating or electric systems (Not geo-exchange exchange such as Ground Source Heat Pumps) Low-impact hydroelectric Wave and tidal power Environmental Impact credits must be retained or retired and cannot be sold

57 Energy & Atmosphere Credit 4: Renewable Energy On-Site and Off-Site Options Off-site sources 6 Points Points Green-e e products certified by CRS. 2 yr contract for RECs & Commitment beyond that to purchase ongoing RECs Performance Levels: On-site Production/ Off-Site Procurement 3% of total use/ 25% of total use 4.5% of total use/ 37.5% of total use 6% of total use/ 50% of total use 7.5% of total use/ 62.5% of total use 9% of total use/ 75% of total use 2% of total use/ 00% of total use - Exemplary Performance (3.5+% on-site) IO

58 Energy & Atmosphere Credit 5: Refrigerant Management Point Reduce Ozone depletion and support early compliance with Montreal Protocol while minimizing direct contribution to global warming Option A: Do not use refrigerants in base building HVAC&R systems. Option B: Complete Refrigerant Impact Formulas LCGWP + LCODP x 05 < 00 LCGWP = Life-Cycle Global Warming Potential* LCODP = Life-Cycle Ozone Depletion Potential* [(LCGWP + LCODP x 0 5 ) x Qunit]/Qtotal < 00 * See details in Reference Guide

59 Energy & Atmosphere Credit 6: Emissions Reduction Reporting Point Identify Building Performance Parameters that reduce conventional energy use and emissions, qualify reductions and report via formal tracking program. Track and record emissions reductions delivered by energy efficiency measures, operational improvements, renewable energy and other emissions reduction measures including renewable energy credits. Report emissions reductions (Tons CO 2 equivalent per year) using a third-party program. (EPA Climate Leaders, ENERGY STAR, or World Resource Inst. or World Business Council for Sustainable Development protocols) Option A: Actual measured reduction Option B: Compare to an ENERGY STAR Score of 50 for the building

60 Materials and Resources Overview Goals and Objectives Selecting Sustainable Materials Practicing Waste Reduction Strategies Reducing Waste at the Source Reusing & Recycling Reducing Mercury Pollution

61 Materials and Resources 2 Prerequisites & 9 Credits (*Exemplary Performance IO) Prerequisite : Sustainable Purchasing Policy Prerequisite 2: Solid Waste Mgmt Policy Credit *: Sustainable Purchasing - Consumables 0 Points Required Required Credit 2. & 2.2*: Sustainable Purchasing - Durable Goods (Electric Equipment & Furniture) Credit 3*: Facility Alterations & Additions Materials 2 Credit 4*: Reduced Mercury in Lamps Credit 5*: Sustainable Purchasing - Food Credit 6: Waste Stream Audit Credit 7*: Ongoing Consumable Recycling Credit 8: Waste Management Durable Goods Credit 9*: Waste Management Alt. & Add. Mt ls.

62 Materials and Resources Prerequisite : Sustainable Purchasing Policy Have a product purchasing policy in place for ongoing consumables, including at least the following items within control of the project team: Paper (Copying, printing, notebooks, envelopes, etc) Toner Cartridges Binders Batteries Desk Accessories Include at least one additional purchased product category from the following list in the policy: Durable Goods (Electric powered equipment, Appliances, & Furniture) Facility Alterations and Additions (Construction materials for base building, excluding FF&E) Reduce Mercury in Lamps The prerequisite requires only policies, not ongoing performance measurement. Note: Measurement and documentation of purchases during the project performance period, allow projects to achieve points in M&R Credits through 4 toward Certification. Required

63 Materials and Resources Prerequisite : Sustainable Purchasing Policy The EB O&M Reference Guide Introduction has a Policy Model outline section. The LEED for Existing Buildings O&M Registered project tools page provides a Policy Template to follow. Refer to the EPA Environmentally Preferable Purchasing (EPP) Program guidelines. ( Criteria for purchases shall include the following: Contain 0% post consumer or 20% post industrial materials Contain 50% rapidly renewable materials Contain 50% materials harvested, extracted and processed within 500 miles of the project site Consists of at least 50% FSC certified paper Batteries are Rechargeable Required

64 Materials and Resources Prerequisite 2: Solid Waste Management Policy Have a solid waste management policy in place for ongoing consumables, including at least the following items within control of the project team: Paper (Copying, printing, notebooks, envelopes, etc) Toner Cartridges Binders Batteries Desk Accessories Durable Goods (Electric powered equipment, Appliances, & Furniture) Facility Alterations and Additions (Construction materials for base building) Lamps Containing Mercury The prerequisite requires only policies, not ongoing performance measurement. Measurement and documentation of compliance with the policy during the performance period allows projects to achieve points in M&R Credit 7 toward Certification. Required

65 Materials and Resources Credits..3: Sustainable Purchasing Ongoing Consumables Maintain a product purchasing program for ongoing consumables, including at least the following items within control of the project team: Paper (Copying, printing, notebooks, envelopes, etc) Toner Cartridges Binders Batteries Desk Accessories Document compliance with program requirements for material type, recycled content, sourcing and procurement methods as defined in the EPP with the following levels of performance: 60% of purchases during performance period 95+%+ purchases during performance period (Exemplary Performance) (90% of building space must be included in program) Point Points IO

66 Materials and Resources Credits 2. & 2.2: Sustainable Purchasing - Durable Goods Maintain a product purchasing program for Durable Goods, including at least the following items within control of the project team Option: Electric powered equipment Building O&M/Office equipment, A/V Equipment, External power adapters) Appliances (Refrigerators, dishwashers, water coolers, etc.) Option2: Furniture (Same criteria for ongoing consumables for material recycled content, origin, material type, salvaged, etc.) Document compliance with program requirements for the following levels of performance: 40% purchases during performance period for Option 40% purchases during performance period for Option 2 *80% purchases during performance period for Option or 2 (*Exemplary Performance) 2 Points Points IO

67 Materials and Resources Credit 3: Facility Alterations & Additions Materials Maintain a product purchasing program for Building Materials attached to the building in facility alteration and/or addition projects during the project performance period, including all of the following items: Contain 0% post consumer or 20% post industrial materials Contain 70% salvaged materials from an on-site or internal organization reuse program or an off-site external reuse program Contain 50% rapidly renewable materials Contain 50% materials harvested, extracted and processed within 500 miles of the project site Consists of at least 50% FSC certified wood Adhesives and sealants meet cited VOC standards Paints and coatings meet Green Seal GS- VOC requirements Point

68 Materials and Resources Credit 3: Facility Alterations & Additions Materials (Continued) Maintain a product purchasing program for Building Materials attached to the building in facility alteration and/or addition projects during the project performance period, including all of these additional items: Hard surface floors (covering 25% or more of the building floor area) are FloorScore-certified certified products Carpet meets CRI Green Label Plus testing program requirements Carpet Cushion (Pad) meets CRI Green Label Plus testing program requirements Composite Panels and Agri-fiber products contain no urea-formaldehyde Document that 50% of all purchases of these products during the Performance Period meet these requirements Document that 95%+ of all purchases of these products during the Performance Period meet these requirements for Exemplary Performance Point Points IO

69 Materials and Resources Credit 4: Reduced Mercury in Lamps Develop and maintain a lighting purchasing plan that specifies maximum levels of mercury in lamps purchased for the building and grounds. The program must: Specify a target of 90 picograms per lumen-hour or less Include lamps in the building and in outdoor fixtures (both hard wired and portable) Require at least 90% of all mercury containing lamps apply May exclude screw-in CFL s (If meeting NEMA Std.) Only new replacement lamps purchased in the performance period apply (Not existing lamps) Implement the program during the building performance period and document compliance as follows: 90 picograms/lumen-hour 70 picograms/lumen-hour Point Points IO (Exemplary Performance)

70 Materials and Resources Credit 5: Sustainable Purchasing - Food Achieve sustainable purchases of at least 25% of all combined food and beverage purchases during the project performance period, that meet the following criteria: Labeled USDA Certified Organic Food Alliance Certified Rainforest Alliance Certified Protected Harvest Certified Fair Trade Maine Stewardship Council s Blue Eco-Label Purchased products are produced within 00 miles of the project site Multiple criteria can be counted for the same product. Example: A USDA Certified organic product purchased within 00 miles of the site, counts twice (By value) in the calculation for program compliance. Point Points Minimum 25% purchased Exemplary Performance for 50% purchased IO

71 Materials and Resources Credit 6: Waste Stream Audit Conduct a waste stream audit of the projects on- going consumable wastes. (Do not include Durable Goods or Building Materials in the audit). Identify the major categories of waste to include at least the following: Waste to disposal (Landfill or incineration for example) Waste diverted from disposal (Recycled, reused or composted for example) Use the audit to establish a baseline of waste types for each category in the building and on the site. Determine the amount of each waste type (By weight or volume) that can/will be or is being diverted from disposal. Audit must be conducted during the project performance period. Document actual diversion rate performance and accomplish points toward Certification using MR Credit 7. Point

72 Materials and Resources Credit 7: Solid Waste Management - Ongoing Consumable Recycling Implement and maintain a waste management program that addresses materials with a low-cost per unit that are regularly used in the building and grounds in normal business use. These materials include but are not limited too: Paper (Office Use, Cardboard, Corrugated Cardboard, etc.) Toner Cartridges Glass Plastic Metals Food waste Battery recycling of 80% min. (All types included) Document waste diversion during the project performance period: 2 Points Points Divert 50% from waste stream Divert 95% from waste stream IO

73 Materials and Resources Credit 8: Waste Management Durable Goods Implement and maintain a waste reduction and reuse and recycling program that addresses durable goods replaced infrequently and that may require a capital expense to replace. Durable Goods include but are not limited to: Office Equipment (Copiers, printers, computers, etc) Appliances (Refrigerators, dishwashers, etc.) External Power Adapters Televisions & other A/V equipment Returned leased equipment qualifies. Relocated equipment (within the building) does not. Document waste diversion during the project performance period (by weight, volume or replacement value): Credit 8: Reuse or recycle 75% from waste stream Point Points

74 Materials and Resources Credit 9: Waste Management Alterations & Additions Materials Divert 70% of waste (by volume) generated from facility alterations & additions from disposal. This applies only to base building elements attached to the building. Materials include building components and structures, wall panels, attached finishings, carpet, flooring materials, paints sealants and coatings. It does not include MEP equipment or other specialty systems like elevators. Document the recycled volume during the performance period as a percentage of the total waste generated by the alteration or addition event. Performance levels for point award is as follows: Divert 70% from disposal (Minimum) Divert 95%+ from disposal (Exemplary Performance) Point Points IO

75 Indoor Environmental Quality Overview Goals and Objectives Improve Ventilation Manage Air Contaminants Implement Green Cleaning Specify Less Harmful Materials Allow Occupants Control of Comfort Provide Daylight and Views

76 Indoor Environmental Quality 3 Prerequisites & 3 Credits 5 Points Prerequisite : Minimum IAQ Performance Prerequisite 2: Tobacco Smoke Control Prerequisite 3: Green Cleaning Policy Credit : IAQ Best Management Practices (IAQ Program, O/A monitors, Increased O/A, Reduce particulates, IAQ plan for alterations and addition projects) Credit 2: Occupant Comfort (Occupant Survey, lighting and thermal control, Daylight & Views) Credit 3: Green Cleaning Activities: Required Required Required High Performance Cleaning Program () Custodial Effectiveness Assessment () Sustainable Cleaning Products, Materials & Equipment (2) Indoor Chemical & Pollutant Source Control () Indoor Integrated Pest Management Program ()

77 Indoor Environmental Quality Prerequisite : Outdoor Air and Exhaust Systems Case : Maintain ASHRAE compliance for all AHUs Required Case 2: Maintain at least 0 CFM/person for all AHUs if ASHRAE 62. is not possible due to physical constraints In either option verify that each AHU has adequate outside air at minimum flow conditions (VAV systems especially) by measurement. Additionally: Verify each exhaust fan operates and provides CFM indicated per intended design use Implement and maintain an HVAC maintenance program to ensure proper operation of system components (Dampers, actuators, controllers, CO 2 sensors, etc.)

78 Indoor Environmental Quality Prerequisite 2: Environmental Tobacco Smoke (ETS) Control Case - Option : Prohibit smoking in the building and designate outside areas for smoking that are 25 feet from any opening to the building. (Doors, operable windows, intakes, etc.) Req d Case - Option 2: Prohibit smoking in the building except in designated smoking rooms that are designed to ASHRAE Standards with negative pressure and sealed walls to deck. Test room to confirm negative relation to surroundings. Case 2: Residence & Hospitality Buildings Only Prohibit smoking in common areas Limit leakage between units by sealing doors, openings in walls, floors and adjacent chases Test for air leakage and do progressive sampling

79 Indoor Environmental Quality Prerequisite 3: Green Cleaning Policy Have in place a green cleaning policy for the building and site addressing: Reqd. Purchase of sustainable cleaning, hard floor & carpet care products (EQ C3.3) Purchase of cleaning equipment meeting criteria in EQ credit 3.4 Establish Std. Operating Procedures for floor cleaning systems to assure performance & protect occupants Develop strategies for proper hand hygiene Develop guidelines for safe handling & storage of chemicals and managing spills Develop requirements for staff training on cleaning procedures, chemical handling, storage, dispensing and clean-up of spills Develop a means of occupant feedback for program improvement

80 Indoor Environmental Quality Credit..5: IAQ Best Management Practices IAQ Management Program Credit.: Develop & implement an IAQ management program based on EPA s I-BEAM model. Program shall address minimizing the potential for typical IAQ problems. The program may also address one or more of the following components: Credit.2: O/A Delivery Monitoring Provide O/A measuring devices in all AHUs and CO 2 sensors in densely occupied areas and O/A. Control on CO 2 levels. Credit.3 Increased O/A Increase O/A by 30% over ASHRAE Standard 62. for AHUs or CIBSE Manual (Natural Ventilation) Credit.4 Reduce Particulates Provide MERV 3 filtration or better for all AHUs serving occupied spaces Credit.5: IAQ plan for Building Alterations and Addition projects Require use of SMACNA IAQ Guidelines on all construction/renovation projects. Perform fresh air flush- out or indoor air testing prior to occupancy 5 Points Points

81 Indoor Environmental Quality Credit : Occupant Comfort 4 Points Credit 2.: Occupant Survey - Implement an occupant comfort survey and complaint response system. Solicit 30%+ of all occupants for feedback to address at least the following: Points Thermal comfort Acoustics Indoor air quality Lighting levels Building cleanliness Credit 2.2 Lighting Control Provide lighting controls for 50% of occupants to allow individual control (For all enclosed office, cubical & open plan spaces) Provide Control for all occupants (Exemplary Performance) IO

82 Indoor Environmental Quality Credit : Occupant Comfort (Cont d) Credit 2.3 Comfort Control Have a system in place to continuously track and optimize systems to regulate comfort conditions (air temperature, humidity, air speed and radiant temperature). Building must establish the following: 4 Points Points Continuous monitoring (at a minimum) of air temperature and humidity Periodic testing of air speed and radiant temperature in occupied spaces Alarms for conditions requiring adjustment or repair. Provide a list of sensors, zone set points & limit values that trigger alarm Procedures to deliver rapid problem response

83 Indoor Environmental Quality Credit : Occupant Comfort (Cont d) Credit 2.4 Daylight & Views Option : Daylight - Achieve 2% daylight factor or 25 FC in 50% of all occupied spaces 4 Points Points Compliance may be obtained by one or more of the following methods: Path : Computer modeling for 25 FC confirmation Path 2: Calculation Prescriptive Method Path 3: Measurement Confirm 25 FC maintained Path 4: Combination of Methods Option 2: Views - Achieve direct line of sight to vision glazing for 45% of occupied spaces Accomplish both Options (Exemplary Performance) IO

84 Indoor Environmental Quality Credit 3.: High-Performance Green Cleaning Program: Have in place a high-performance cleaning program supported by a policy that addresses the following: Point Points Provide appropriate Staffing Plan Training of Custodial Staff on hazards, use, maintenance, disposal and recycling of cleaning chemicals, dispensing equipment and packaging Use of chemical concentrates with appropriate dilution systems to minimize chemical use Use of sustainable cleaning materials, products, equipment, janitorial paper products and trash bags (including microfiber tools and wipes) Use of sustainable cleaning and hard floor & carpet products Provide a copy of the program in the submittal

85 Indoor Environmental Quality Credit 3.2: Green Cleaning Program Custodial Effectiveness Custodial Effectiveness Assessment Conduct an audit in accordance with APPA Custodial Leadership Guidelines performed by the project team. Audit shall consist of the following steps: Point Points Asses the building spaces during normal operations with one or more auditors identified Select a min.0% sample of all spaces and types with a minimum of 5 spaces audited per space type Provide an analysis for each space using the APPA 5-level appearance scoring system ( = best & 5 = worst). Average scores from spaces audited, per auditor, for an aggregate average facility score Submit the Summary results of the audit: Credit 3.2: Facility Averaged score of 3 or less

86 Indoor Environmental Quality Credit 3.3: Purchase of Sustainable Cleaning Products and Materials Implement a sustainable purchasing program for all cleaning materials and products, janitorial paper products and trash bags used by custodial staff/cleaning service provider. Products must meet one or more of the following criteria: Point Green Seal GS-37 for general cleaning products Green Seal GS-40 for disinfectants & harsh cleaners Appropriate Environmental Choice CCD standards for special use application cleaning products Green Seal GS-0 for tissue products, GS-09 for paper towel products or appropriate CCD standards and US EPA procurement guidelines for trash can liners Green Seal GS-4 or CCD Standard for Hand Soaps California Code of Regulations for VOC content

87 Indoor Environmental Quality Credit 3.3: Purchase of Sustainable Cleaning Products, Materials & Equipment Submit documentation indicating the percent of purchased products (During the Performance Period) that meet the criteria. Points are awarded as follows: Credit 3.3: 30% of all purchases meet criteria Exemplary Performance: 60% of all purchases meet criteria Point Points IO Provide documentation from Manufacturers that purchased products meet the criteria Provide calculations indicating percent of compliant product to total purchased products Verify building is managed by entity that has control of all operational elements related to cleaning with no exemptions for tenants

88 Indoor Environmental Quality Credit 3.4: Sustainable Cleaning Equipment Implement a program for use of janitorial equipment to reduce building contaminants & noise. Cleaning equipment program must require that: Vacuum cleaners be Certified by CRI. Sound levels < 70dBA Point Points Carpet extraction equipment is Certified by CRI Floor maintenance equipment (burnishers and buffers) include vacuums & appropriate guards for capturing particulates & operating sound levels are < 70dBA Propane powered equipment meets CARB emission standards & operating sound levels are < 90dBA Scrubbing machines are equipped with variable speed pumps and chemical metering systems to reduce chemicals Gel Batteries are used for all equipment using batteries Equipment is ergonomically designed with added safety features to reduce damage to building components Project team submits equipment log with purchase, repair & maintenance data. Include Mfr. specification sheets

89 Indoor Environmental Quality Credit 3.5: Indoor Chemical & Pollutant Source Control Utilize entryway walk-off systems (grilles, grates and/or mats) to reduce dirt, dust, pollen and other particulate from entering the building. Develop cleaning strategies to maintain systems as well as exterior walkways. Point Points A minimum of 0 lineal feet of surface must be available inside all public entry doors. Entryways not in use or those dedicated for emergency egress only, do not apply. Submittals for Certification Documentation: Option : For previously LEED Certified new construction projects, submit proof of acceptance (Final Review Comments) Option 2: Provide a floor plan of all entryways and the cleaning procedures used for all systems

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