Innovation

Question 1

Innovation Credits

Answer 1

1-5 points:

• At least 1 Innovation + 1 Pilot + 2 Exemplary Performances
• Group Approach : as one
• Campus Approach ; eligible

Question 2

Innovation Credits Purpose

Answer 2

To Achieve exception or innovative performance not found in existing LEED credits

Question 3

Credits Requires

Answer 3

1 Pilot Credit
1 Innovation Credit
2 Exemplary Performance Credits

Question 4

Innovation Points

Answer 4

1-4 points:

• Show Intent
• Explain Requirements (must show baseline benchmark and demonstrate quantitative improvement)
• Confirm how compliance will be demonstrated (applies to entire project, has 2+ complonents)
• Propose a Design Approach (provide documentation and calculations)
• Can also select points from other LEED rating systems
• Preapproval should be submitted to the credit interpretation request (CIR)
• Online Innovation Catalog gives examples, but not guaranteed

Question 5

Pilot Points

Answer 5

1-4 points:

• Achieve one credit from the USGBC’s LEED Pilot Credit Library
• Register for the Pilot credit asap
• LEEDuser forum for questions & answers
• Document as outlined
• Specific to each rating system
• Open and close, select current list available
• Can be attempted at any stage and changed if initial credit is not accepted

Question 6

Exemplary Performance

Answer 6

1-2 points:

• Earn extra credit from a LEED credit which has highlighted EP
• Document and confirm as noted in the base credit
• Usually double the credit requirements or the next incremental %

Question 7

Why is Innovation Important?

Answer 7

• Credits of going beyond the standard

- Contributes to the development of LEED credits