EA 1-6 Flashcards
What is EA Credit 1 called?
Optimize Energy Performance
How many points are available for Optimize Energy Performance?
Ten
What is the intent of Optimize Energy Performance Credit?
Achieve increasing levels of energy performance.
What standard is used as a baseline for Optimize Energy Performance Credit?
ASHRAE/IESNA Standard 90.1-1999
What metric is used when evaluating Optimize Energy Performance Credit?
Cost
What method is used to determine cost savings in Optimize Energy Performance Credit?
Energy Cost Budget Method (whole building simulation).
What are the regulated energy components for Optimize Energy Performance Credit?
HVAC systems, building envelope, service hot water systems, and interior lighting.
How much must you reduce energy design cost for a new and existing buildings to get two points for the Optimize Energy Performance Credit 1.1?
20% for new, 10% for existing.
How much must you reduce energy design cost for a new and existing buildings to get all ten points for the Optimize Energy Performance Credit 1.1?
60% for new, 50% for existing.
What is the EA Credit 2 called?
Renewable Energy
What is the intent of Renewable Energy Credit?
Encourage and recognize increasing levels of on-site renewable energy,help to reduce environmental impacts associated with fossil fuel energy use.
How many points are available for Renewable Energy?
Three
What is the requirement for Renewable Energy Credit 2.1?
5% of total energy load cost in renewables.
What is the requirement for Renewable Energy Credit 2.2?
10% of total energy load cost in renewables.
What is the requirement for Renewable Energy Credit 2.3?
20% of total energy load cost in renewables.
What are some renewable technologies to achieve EA Credit 2?
Solar, wind, geothermal, biomass, hydro and bio-gas.
What is EA Credit 3 called?
Additional Commissioning
What is the intent of Additional Commissioning Credit?
Ensure entire building designed, constructed, and calibrated to operate as intended.