[9] LEEDTM CREDITS                

APACS supports requirements for credits in the LEED Green Building Rating System_TM (V2.1):

	Description	Credits
	Optimize Energy Performance	3
	Measurement & Verification (optional)	1
	CO2 Monitoring (optional)	1
	Ventilation Effectiveness	1
	Controllability of Systems	1
	Thermal Comfort	2
	Innovation in Design	1
	Total Credits	10

Detailed descriptions are shown below:

SECTION		CREDITS
Energy & Atmosphere
	Credit 1: Optimize Energy Performance	INTENT
		Achieve increasing levels of energy performance above the prerequisite standard to reduce environmental impacts associated with excessive energy use.
		REQUIREMENT
			Reduce design energy cost compared to the energy cost budget for energy systems regulated by ASHRAE/IESNA Standard 90.1-1999 (without amendments), as demonstrated by a whole building simulation using the Energy Cost Budget Method described in Section 11 of the Standard.  (25% - New buildings, 3 points)
	Credit 5: Measurement & Verification (Optional)	INTENT
		Provide for the ongoing accountability and optimization of building energy and water consumption performance over time.
		REQUIREMENT
			Install continuous metering equipment for end-users: Lighting systems Motor loads Chiller efficiency at variable loads Cooling load Air/water economizer and heat recovery cycles Air distribution static pressure and ventilation air volume Boiler efficiencies Building-related process energy systems and equipment Indoor water risers and outdoor irrigation systems (1 point)*
Indoor Environmental Quality
	Credit 1: Carbon Dioxide (CO2)Monitoring (Optional)	INTENT
		Provide capacity for indoor air quality (IAQ) monitoring to help sustain long-term occupant comfort and well-being.
		REQUIREMENT
			Install a permanent carbon dioxide (CO2) monitoring system that provides feedback on space ventilation performance in a form that affords operational adjustments.  Refer to the CO2 differential for all types of occupancy in accordance with ASHRAE 62-2001, Appendix D. (1 point)*
	Credit 2: Ventilation Effectiveness	INTENT
		Provide for effective delivery and mixing of fresh air to support the safety, comfort and well-being of building occupants.
		REQUIREMENT
			For mechanically ventilated buildings, design ventilation systems that result in an air change effectiveness (Eac) greater than or equal to 0.9 as determined by ASHRAE 129-1997. (1 point)
	Credit 6.2: Controllability of Systems	INTENT
		Provide a high level of thermal, ventilation and lighting system control by individual occupants or specific groups in multi-occupant spaces to promote the productivity, comfort and well-being of building occupants.
		REQUIREMENT
			Provide controls for each individual for airflow, temperature and lighting for at least 50% of the occupants in regularly occupied areas. (1 point)
	Credit 7.1: Thermal Comfort Comply with ASHRAE 55-1992	INTENT
		Provide a thermally comfortable environment that supports the productivity and well-being of building occupants.
		REQUIREMENT
			Comply with ASHRAE Standard 55-1992, Addenda 1995, for thermal comfort standards including humidity control within established ranges per climate zone.  (1 point)*
	Credit 7.2: Thermal Comfort Permanent Monitoring System	INTENT
		Provide a thermally comfortable environment that supports the productivity and well-being of building occupants.
		REQUIREMENT
			Install a permanent temperature and humidity monitoring system configured to provide operators control over thermal comfort performance and the effectiveness of humidification and/or dehumidification systems in the building. (1 point)*
Innovation & Design Process
	Credit 1: Innovation in Design	INTENT
		To provide design teams and projects the opportunity to be awarded points for exceptional performance above the requirements set by LEED Green Building Rating System and/or innovative performance in Green Building categories not specifically addressed by the LEED Green Building Rating System.
		REQUIREMENT
			Identify the intent of the proposed innovation credit, the proposed requirement for compliance, the proposed submittals to demonstrate compliance, and the design approach (strategies) that might be used to meet the requirements. (1 point)

*Per Argon recommendations

LEEDTM stands for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, a program of the U.S. Green Building Council.  The aim of the Council is to promote buildings that are environmentally responsible, profitable and healthy places to live and work.  The LEED Green Building Rating SystemTM evaluates environmental performance from a "whole building" perspective over a building's life cycle, providing a definitive standard for what constitutes a "green building."
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