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RE: Design Respons from GBCI C6.1 in NC 2009 SSc6.1: Stormwater Design—Quantity Control |
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Veronika Sundberg Environmental Engineer - Certification Skanska Sverige AB Mon, May 20, 2013 |
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Daylight controls in ALL daylit areas within 15 ft? in CI 2009 EAc1.2: Optimize Energy Performance—Lighting Controls |
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Maria Porter Environmental Certification Engineer Skanska Sweden Mon, May 20, 2013 |
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water treatment outside LEED project boundary in NC 2009 WEc2: Innovative Wastewater Technologies |
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Yasir Nurrahman Mr. Yasir PT. Indonesia Environment Consultant Mon, May 20, 2013 |
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RE: Acoustics study in NC 2009 IDc1: Innovation in Design |
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Tristan Roberts LEED AP BD+C, Editorial Director – LEEDuser BuildingGreen, Inc. Sat, May 18, 2013 |
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SS1 Option 2 Path 11 With Tenant installing PV in CI 2009 SSc1: Site Selection |
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Susan Di Giulio Project Manager Zinner Consultants Sat, May 18, 2013 |
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changing prerequisite completed forms in Pilot Credit 67: Pilot Alternative Compliance Path—EA Prerequisite 2 |
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Linda Francis President Francis Consulting Sat, May 18, 2013 |
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RE: Percantage Make-Up in Healthcare-v2009: Sustainably sourced materials and products |
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BABAR MEHMOOD SAUD CONSULT Sat, May 18, 2013 |
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RE: Casework in NC 2009 MRc7: Certified Wood |
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Jason Grant Principal Jason Grant Consulting Fri, May 17, 2013 |
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School addition - LEED Boundary in MPR3: Must use a reasonable site boundary |
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padraic o connell Fri, May 17, 2013 |
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RE: Recycled Soil and Aggregate in NC 2009 MRc4: Recycled Content |
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Lyle Axelarris Civil Engineer, LEED AP BD+C, O+M Design Alaska Fri, May 17, 2013 |
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RE: Good to know in The Hidden Beltway Lobbyists Who Shape Green Building Policy |
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Paula Melton Managing Editor BuildingGreen, Inc. Fri, May 17, 2013 |
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RE: Building Envelope Commissioning LEED required test methodology in NC 2009 EAc3: Enhanced Commissioning |
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Brett Farbstein Commissioning Engineer AKF Group Fri, May 17, 2013 |
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RE: Form Questions in Healthcare-v2009: Acoustic environment |
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BABAR MEHMOOD SAUD CONSULT Fri, May 17, 2013 |
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RE: Entry mat in vestibule w/ tile surround in Schools 2009 IEQc5: Indoor Chemical and Pollutant Source Control |
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Tristan Roberts LEED AP BD+C, Editorial Director – LEEDuser BuildingGreen, Inc. Fri, May 17, 2013 |
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Canada-NC 1.0 -- EAc1 in LEED Canada Forum |
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Laura Long Project Manager NORR Fri, May 17, 2013 |
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RE: Design Respons from GBCI C6.1 in NC 2009 SSc6.1: Stormwater Design—Quantity Control |
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Veronika Sundberg Environmental Engineer - Certification Skanska Sverige AB Mon, May 20, 2013 |
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Daylight controls in ALL daylit areas within 15 ft? in CI 2009 EAc1.2: Optimize Energy Performance—Lighting Controls |
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Maria Porter Environmental Certification Engineer Skanska Sweden Mon, May 20, 2013 |
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water treatment outside LEED project boundary in NC 2009 WEc2: Innovative Wastewater Technologies |
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Yasir Nurrahman Mr. Yasir PT. Indonesia Environment Consultant Mon, May 20, 2013 |
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RE: Acoustics study in NC 2009 IDc1: Innovation in Design |
356 |
Tristan Roberts LEED AP BD+C, Editorial Director – LEEDuser BuildingGreen, Inc. Sat, May 18, 2013 |
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SS1 Option 2 Path 11 With Tenant installing PV in CI 2009 SSc1: Site Selection |
159 |
Susan Di Giulio Project Manager Zinner Consultants Sat, May 18, 2013 |
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changing prerequisite completed forms in Pilot Credit 67: Pilot Alternative Compliance Path—EA Prerequisite 2 |
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Linda Francis President Francis Consulting Sat, May 18, 2013 |
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RE: Percantage Make-Up in Healthcare-v2009: Sustainably sourced materials and products |
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BABAR MEHMOOD SAUD CONSULT Sat, May 18, 2013 |
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RE: Casework in NC 2009 MRc7: Certified Wood |
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Jason Grant Principal Jason Grant Consulting Fri, May 17, 2013 |
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School addition - LEED Boundary in MPR3: Must use a reasonable site boundary |
96 |
padraic o connell Fri, May 17, 2013 |
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RE: Recycled Soil and Aggregate in NC 2009 MRc4: Recycled Content |
255 |
Lyle Axelarris Civil Engineer, LEED AP BD+C, O+M Design Alaska Fri, May 17, 2013 |
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RE: Building Envelope Commissioning LEED required test methodology in NC 2009 EAc3: Enhanced Commissioning |
169 |
Brett Farbstein Commissioning Engineer AKF Group Fri, May 17, 2013 |
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RE: Form Questions in Healthcare-v2009: Acoustic environment |
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BABAR MEHMOOD SAUD CONSULT Fri, May 17, 2013 |
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RE: Entry mat in vestibule w/ tile surround in Schools 2009 IEQc5: Indoor Chemical and Pollutant Source Control |
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Tristan Roberts LEED AP BD+C, Editorial Director – LEEDuser BuildingGreen, Inc. Fri, May 17, 2013 |
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RE: Meaning of "Ready to Use Products" in NC 2009 IEQc4.2: Low-Emitting Materials—Paints and Coatings |
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Alicia Silva CEO Revitaliza consultores Fri, May 17, 2013 |
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CS - Residential Building in MPR6: Must commit to sharing whole-building energy and water usage data |
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CRolim Engenharia Fri, May 17, 2013 |
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RE: LEV discounted parking in NC 2009 SSc4.3: Alternative Transportation—Low-Emitting and Fuel-Efficient Vehicles |
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BABAR MEHMOOD SAUD CONSULT Fri, May 17, 2013 |
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RE: Ventilated attic roofs - Baseline Vs Proposed in CS 2009 EAc1: Optimize Energy Performance |
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Marcus Sheffer LEED Fellow 7group Fri, May 17, 2013 |
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RE: Educational Program in CS 2009 IDc1: Innovation in Design |
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Morteza Kasmaei Principal Climatic Design Inc. Fri, May 17, 2013 |
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Vertical addition to a hotel project in MPR2: Must be a complete, permanent building or space |
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Adam Targowski Owner ATsec Fri, May 17, 2013 |
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RE: Determining FTE, PTE in PIf3: Occupant and Usage Data |
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Susan Walter Sr Project Architect Wilmot/Sanz Fri, May 17, 2013 |
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RE: Good to know in The Hidden Beltway Lobbyists Who Shape Green Building Policy |
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Paula Melton Managing Editor BuildingGreen, Inc. Fri, May 17, 2013 |
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Canada-NC 1.0 -- EAc1 in LEED Canada Forum |
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Laura Long Project Manager NORR Fri, May 17, 2013 |
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RE: Performance Period starts after construction in Performance Period |
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Karin Wohlert Northwest Sustainability Consulting, LLC Thu, May 16, 2013 |
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LEED Campus vs LEED Schools vs LEED NC in LEED Rating System Selection Q&A |
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Caroline Hedin Thu, May 16, 2013 |
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RE: Deleted Uploads Reviewed in LEED Reviews: LEED Online, Appeals, Design/Construction Submittals, and more |
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Hernando Miranda Owner Soltierra LLC Thu, May 16, 2013 |
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RE: (Jacob) Calculating for Future Growth in Calculating FTEs |
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Tristan Roberts LEED AP BD+C, Editorial Director – LEEDuser BuildingGreen, Inc. Tue, May 14, 2013 |
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RE: U-Value Units Conversion in International Projects - alternative compliance path |
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Daniela Castro Salgado LEED AP BD+C / Sustainability Coordinator Edmonds International Ltd Tue, May 14, 2013 |
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RE: about that working group.... in USGBC Engages Chemical Supply Chain with New LEED v4 Option |
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Marian Keeler Senior Associate Thornton Tomasetti / Simon & Associates Mon, May 13, 2013 |
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RE: Cannot login to LEED Online.. in Living with LEED Online - quirks, bugs and hiccups |
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Francisca Herrera Miranda & Nasi Mon, May 13, 2013 |
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RE: V4 implementation and '09 phase out in Sixth Comment Period for LEED v4 Won't Delay Member Ballot |
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Tristan Roberts LEED AP BD+C, Editorial Director – LEEDuser BuildingGreen, Inc. Fri, May 10, 2013 |
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RE: Master Site and different buidings certifications in New LEED Guidance for Campuses and Multiple Buildings |
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Eric Anderson Technical Customer Service Specialist GBCI Fri, May 10, 2013 |
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LEED Signage for display inside Gold certified office building in Start a New LEED Discussion Topic |
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Jeff Zunt THORSON BAKER & Associates, Inc Sun, May 5, 2013 |
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Tenant Sales or Lease Agreement in CS v3 - Appendix 4 - Tenant Lease or Sales Agreement |
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Julie Hendricks Director of EcoServices Kirksey Sun, May 5, 2013 |
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RE: BD&C Exam Prep in Earn CEUs on LEEDuser—With Ease |
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Tristan Roberts LEED AP BD+C, Editorial Director – LEEDuser BuildingGreen, Inc. Tue, Apr 30, 2013 |
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RE: What is a self-reported course that qualifies for CMP in GBCI Streamlines LEED Credentialing, Offers New Window for Legacy LEED APs |
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Erin Emery Hartz Manager, Marketing & Product Development U.S. Green Building Council Tue, Apr 30, 2013 |
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RE: new database in USGBC's New LEED Interpretations Similar to Old Precedent-Setting CIRs |
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Elizabeth Thompson LEED Specialist USGBC Mon, Apr 29, 2013 |
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All LEED sample forms in Sample LEED Online credit forms |
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E H Sustainability Architect Mon, Apr 29, 2013 |
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RE: Title-24 and DES in New District Energy Guidance for LEED Released by USGBC |
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Eddy Santosa Sustainable Design Coordinator HMC Architects Wed, Apr 24, 2013 |
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RE: Can you submit Design Appeal after Construction? in Review Appeal |
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ERIC WANG Mon, Apr 22, 2013 |
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RE: Licensed Professional Exemption (LPE) - outside of USA in Licensed Professional Exemption |
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John Covello LEED and Sustainability Manager Development Management Group Mon, Apr 22, 2013 |
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Using Simulation results for EAp2 and EAc1 but not using it for in NC v2.2 EQc8.1: Daylight and Views—Daylight 75% of Spaces |
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Veronica Reed Founder SDSARCH CIA. LTDA. Wed, Sep 5, 2012 |
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RE: Renovation (occupancy never stopped) / 24-hour operation in NC 2009 IEQc3.2: Construction Indoor Air Quality Management Plan—Before Occupancy |
5 | 105 |
Dylan Connelly Mechanical Engineer Integral Group Wed, Dec 5, 2012 |
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RE: With Specialty expired in GBCI Streamlines LEED Credentialing, Offers New Window for Legacy LEED APs |
5 | 40 |
deborah lucking Mon, Dec 17, 2012 |
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RE: Entry Mats: Parameters on cleaning? in NC 2009 IEQc5: Indoor Chemical and Pollutant Source Control |
5 | 178 |
Caroline Hedin Mon, Oct 1, 2012 |
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RE: Entry Mats: Parameters on cleaning? in NC 2009 IEQc5: Indoor Chemical and Pollutant Source Control |
5 | 178 |
Caroline Hedin Mon, Oct 1, 2012 |
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RE: Definition for Ds (%) in CI-2009 IEQp1: Minimum IAQ Performance |
5 | 96 |
Dylan Connelly Mechanical Engineer Integral Group Tue, Dec 4, 2012 |
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RE: Alternate Compliance Path for 50% Energy Star Rated Equipment? in CI 2009 EAp2: Minimum Energy Performance |
5 | 364 |
John Albrecht Director of LEED Services Sieben Energy Assoc. Sun, May 23, 2010 |
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A question on Mandatory Provisions in CI 2009 EAp2: Minimum Energy Performance |
5 | 364 |
Jose Salinas Mr Poch & Associates Wed, May 26, 2010 |
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RE: Alternate Compliance Path for 50% Energy Star Rated Equipment? in CI 2009 EAp2: Minimum Energy Performance |
5 | 364 |
Paul Conrad Energy Engineer CLEAResult Consulting Wed, Jun 16, 2010 |
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RE: Permanently Dimmed LED Lamps in CI 2009 EAp2: Minimum Energy Performance |
5 | 364 |
Marcus Sheffer LEED Fellow 7group Mon, Oct 1, 2012 |
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RE: Permanently Dimmed LED Lamps in CI 2009 EAp2: Minimum Energy Performance |
5 | 364 |
Bill Swanson PE, LEED AP Integrated Architecture Mon, Oct 1, 2012 |
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RE: Showing savings for large process load in CI 2009 EAp2: Minimum Energy Performance |
5 | 364 |
Marcus Sheffer LEED Fellow 7group Thu, Oct 11, 2012 |
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RE: Compliance? in CI 2009 EAp2: Minimum Energy Performance |
5 | 364 |
Alex AC Thu, Oct 18, 2012 |
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RE: Using Heat Pump for Domestic Water Heating in CI 2009 EAp2: Minimum Energy Performance |
5 | 364 |
Marcus Sheffer LEED Fellow 7group Fri, Oct 19, 2012 |
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Silicone and epoxy in EBOM 2009 MRc3: Sustainable Purchasing—Facility Alterations and Additions |
5 | 52 |
Ruba Al-Foraih Thu, Sep 13, 2012 |
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RE: Will alterations to entry vestibule qualify for MRc3? in EBOM 2009 MRc3: Sustainable Purchasing—Facility Alterations and Additions |
5 | 52 |
David Posada Sustainability Manager GBD Architects Thu, Jan 3, 2013 |
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RE: Paint grip metal SRI in NC 2009 SSc7.2: Heat Island Effect—Roof |
5 | 160 |
Tristan Roberts LEED AP BD+C, Editorial Director – LEEDuser BuildingGreen, Inc. Mon, Feb 18, 2013 |
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RE: Is SS c7.2 actually a Construction Credit? in NC 2009 SSc7.2: Heat Island Effect—Roof |
5 | 160 |
Francis Porter Tue, Aug 23, 2011 |
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RE: Is SS c7.2 actually a Construction Credit? in NC 2009 SSc7.2: Heat Island Effect—Roof |
5 | 160 |
Susann Geithner Director of Sustainability HSB Architects & Engineers Tue, Aug 23, 2011 |
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RE: Is SS c7.2 actually a Construction Credit? in NC 2009 SSc7.2: Heat Island Effect—Roof |
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Francis Porter Tue, Aug 23, 2011 |
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Daylight controls in ALL daylit areas within 15 ft? in CI 2009 EAc1.2: Optimize Energy Performance—Lighting Controls |
48 |
Maria Porter Environmental Certification Engineer Skanska Sweden Mon, May 20, 2013 |
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water treatment outside LEED project boundary in NC 2009 WEc2: Innovative Wastewater Technologies |
76 |
Yasir Nurrahman Mr. Yasir PT. Indonesia Environment Consultant Mon, May 20, 2013 |
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Construction Waste Management (Material & Resources : Credit 2) in NC v2.2 MRc2: Construction Waste Management |
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Prabhu Jaysingh Sun, May 19, 2013 |
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SS1 Option 2 Path 11 With Tenant installing PV in CI 2009 SSc1: Site Selection |
159 |
Susan Di Giulio Project Manager Zinner Consultants Sat, May 18, 2013 |
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changing prerequisite completed forms in Pilot Credit 67: Pilot Alternative Compliance Path—EA Prerequisite 2 |
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Linda Francis President Francis Consulting Sat, May 18, 2013 |
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School addition - LEED Boundary in MPR3: Must use a reasonable site boundary |
96 |
padraic o connell Fri, May 17, 2013 |
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Canada-NC 1.0 -- EAc1 in LEED Canada Forum |
14 |
Laura Long Project Manager NORR Fri, May 17, 2013 |
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CS - Residential Building in MPR6: Must commit to sharing whole-building energy and water usage data |
10 |
CRolim Engenharia Fri, May 17, 2013 |
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Vertical addition to a hotel project in MPR2: Must be a complete, permanent building or space |
45 |
Adam Targowski Owner ATsec Fri, May 17, 2013 |
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green roof cover - ivy in CS 2009 SSc7.2: Heat Island Effect—Roof |
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Mario Pinoli Fri, May 17, 2013 |
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Room by Room flush-out Calculations in NC v2.2 EQc3.2: Construction Indoor Air Quality Management Plan—Before Occupancy |
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Lauren Glasscock Sr. Sustainability Professional DNV KEMA Energy & Sustainability Thu, May 16, 2013 |
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Who develops the plan for corrective action? in NC 2009 IEQc7.2: Thermal Comfort—Verification |
61 |
Nicole Kimoto Thu, May 16, 2013 |
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Allowable VOC in NC 2009 IEQc4.2: Low-Emitting Materials—Paints and Coatings |
333 |
Mike Stopka Director of Sustainability Solomon Cordwell Buenz Thu, May 16, 2013 |
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LEED Campus vs LEED Schools vs LEED NC in LEED Rating System Selection Q&A |
331 |
Caroline Hedin Thu, May 16, 2013 |
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Comprehensive waste management program in CS 2009 MRp1: Storage and Collection of Recyclables |
31 |
Michael E. Edmonds-Bauer Edmonds International Thu, May 16, 2013 |
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"wood wars" in NC 2009 MRc7: Certified Wood |
238 |
Doreen Kruschina Doreen Kruschina Planung+Baumanagement Thu, May 16, 2013 |
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Municipal tertiary treated water transported in on tankers? in NC 2009 WEc1: Water Efficient Landscaping |
234 |
Natalie Tan Thu, May 16, 2013 |
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Material reuse based on cost or volume in NC 2009 MRc3: Materials Reuse |
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Mahbuba Khan President MnKhan Architects PLLC Thu, May 16, 2013 |
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Non-US Projects in CI 2009 IEQc2: Increased Ventilation |
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Phillip Cook WGE Wed, May 15, 2013 |
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LEED vs Global Green vs The next rating system in The Hidden Beltway Lobbyists Who Shape Green Building Policy |
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Wyan DeFilippo LEED AP BD+C Green Work Experience Wed, May 15, 2013 |
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