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-- ~ - ._._ _ ._._ _ _ ~._ -- ._ _~.._ _~. ~ MARISA KENDALL - compliance.doc _, _~ ` _ Page 2~ Comply with the Department of Energy's International Performance Measurement and Verification Protocol for energy consumption. To comply with this credit three aspects of energy performance must be addressed: Accurate cataloguing of baseline conditions Verification of the complete installation and proper operations of equipment or systems Confirmation of the quantity of energy saved during a period of analysis. The first aspect to be addressed, accurate cataloguing of baseline conditions, is presumed to be obtained using a computer-based simulation. Participation in the PGE Earth Smart Program would provide access to the DOE2 energy efficiency study, which would furnish the necessary information. If the decision is made not to participate in the PGE Earth Smart Program the results of a similar simulation must be obtained. The second aspect can be met by conducting formal building commissioning. At this point, it is unclear what level of effort is required to comply with the third aspect, which is to confirm the quantity of energy saved during a period of analysis. I am seeking clarification from the LEED Committee on this issue. Language from the Department of Energy's International Performance Measurement and Verification Protocol pertaining to this credit is attached. ENHANCING INDOOR AIR QUALITY Credit 1: Basic Construction IAQ Management Plan After completion of construction and prior to occupancy, provision of cleaning requirements for ventilation system components and pathways exposed to contamination during construction. Section 15010-1.7 - Temporary Heating requires that if the permanent HVAC system is used for temporary heating of the facility during construction that the coils are pressure cleaned and the ductwork is vacuumed prior to occupancy. Section 15010-3.9 - Cleaning requires that exposed portions of equipment be cleaned upon completion. To comply with the intent of this credit it is suggested that the contractor be required to do the following. Other strategies that are consistent with the intent of the credit can also be considered: Develop an IAQ Management Plan for the construction process (add to section 01520, Environmental Practices). The plan should include construction-related IAQ procedures in the pre-construction and construction progress meeting agendas. Protect the ventilation system components during construction or clean them after completion of construction including the inside air contact surfaces. Implement construction sequencing to reduce adsorption of VOCs by materials that act as "sinks." Sequence construction as follows: The application of wet and/or odor-emitting materials such as paints, sealants, coatings, etc. shall be made before dry/sink materials such as ceiling tiles, carpets, fabric-covered furnishings,