LEED v4.1 OM 190409 Tracked

U.S.
Green Building Council

LOCATION AND TRANSPORTATION (LT) ........................................................... 4
LT Prerequisite: Transportation Performance ................................................................................... 4
EB:O+M, Interiors ............................................................................................................................ 4
SUSTAINABLE SITES (SS) .............................................................................. 7

SS Credit: Rainwater Management ..................................................................................................... 7
EB:O+M ............................................................................................................................................ 7
SS Credit: Heat Island Reduction ....................................................................................................... 8

EB:O+M ............................................................................................................................................ 8
SS Credit: Light Pollution Reduction ............................................................................................... 10

EB:O+M .......................................................................................................................................... 10
SS Credit: Site Management .............................................................................................................. 11

EB:O+M .......................................................................................................................................... 11
WATER EFFICIENCY (WE) ............................................................................ 12

WE Prerequisite: Water Performance ............................................................................................... 12
EB:O+M, Interiors ......................................................................................................................... 12
ENERGY AND ATMOSPHERE ......................................................................... 15

EA Prerequisite: Energy Efficiency Best Management Practices ................................................. 15
EB:O+M, Interiors .......................................................................................................................... 15
EA Prerequisite: Fundamental Refrigerant Management ............................................................... 16

EB:O+M, Interiors .......................................................................................................................... 16
EA Prerequisite: Energy Performance ............................................................................................. 17

EB:O+M, Interiors .......................................................................................................................... 17
EA Credit: Enhanced Refrigerant Management .............................................................................. 21

EB:O+M, Interiors .......................................................................................................................... 21
EA Credit: Grid Harmonization.......................................................................................................... 23

EB:O+M, ......................................................................................................................................... 23
MATERIALS AND RESOURCES (MR) .............................................................. 25

MR Prerequisite: Purchasing Policy ................................................................................................. 25
EB:O+M, Interiors .......................................................................................................................... 25
Interiors .......................................................................................................................................... 25
MR Prerequisite: Facility Maintenance and Renovation Policy ..................................................... 26

EB:O+M, Interiors .......................................................................................................................... 26
MR Prerequisite: Waste Performance .............................................................................................. 28
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EB:O+M, Interiors .......................................................................................................................... 28
MR Credit: Purchasing ....................................................................................................................... 31

EB:O+M, Interiors .......................................................................................................................... 31
INDOOR ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY (EQ) ....................................................... 35

EQ Prerequisite: Minimum Indoor Air Quality ................................................................................. 35
EB:O+M, Interiors .......................................................................................................................... 35
EQ Prerequisite: Environmental Tobacco Smoke Control ............................................................. 37

EB:O+M .......................................................................................................................................... 37
Interiors .......................................................................................................................................... 38
EQ Prerequisite: Green Cleaning Policy .......................................................................................... 39

EB:O+M, Interiors .......................................................................................................................... 39
EQ Prerequisite: Indoor Environmental Quality Performance ....................................................... 41

EB:O+M, Interiors .......................................................................................................................... 41
EQ Credit: Green Cleaning ................................................................................................................ 45

EB:O+M, Interiors .......................................................................................................................... 45
EQ Credit: Integrated Pest Management .......................................................................................... 48

EB:O+M, Interiors .......................................................................................................................... 48
INNOVATION (IN) ......................................................................................... 50

IN Credit: Innovation .......................................................................................................................... 50
EB:O+M, Interiors .......................................................................................................................... 50
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LOCATION AND TRANSPORTATION (LT)
LT PREREQUISITE: TRANSPORTATION PERFORMANCE

EB:O+M
6–14 points
This prerequisite applies to
 Existing Buildings: Operations + Maintenance (6–14 points)
 EB:O+M Interiors (6-14 points)
Intent
To reduce pollution and land development effects from transportation.
Requirements
EB:O+M, INTERIORS
Conduct a transportation survey of building occupants on their commute patterns.
Regular building occupants must be surveyed. Building occupants shall provide information on their two-
way commutes over one work week and consider seasonal variations and variations in work schedules.
Visitors are encouraged to be surveyed, especially if the daily average is greater than the number of
regular building occupants. Visitors shall provide information on their one-way travel to the building for
that day in particular.
The required number of responses that must be received is outlined in Figure 1.
Conduct the survey at least once per year, using the Arc platform, and calculate a transportation
performance score for the project.
Obtain a minimum transportation performance score of 40. Additional points for this prerequisite are
awarded for transportation performance scores above 40, according to Table 1.
Table 1. LEED Points for Transportation Performance Score
Transportation Performance Score LEED Points

40 (Required) 6 (Required)
47 7
54 8
61 9
68 10
75 11
83 12
90 13
97 14
Figure 1. Required Responses Rate for Survey
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Equation: Response rate= 100 * (0.25 / square root (occupancy / 500))
The Transportation Performance Score

The transportation performance score rates the project’s greenhouse gas emissions measured in carbon
dioxide equivalent emissions (CO2e) resulting from transportation to and from the building against other
high performing buildings worldwide.
The score is a value from 1-100 based on the project’s average CO2e per one-way trip per occupant
(lbs.).
Transportation Performance Score Calculation

To calculate a transportation performance score, the following data is required. All data is collected via
the transportation survey. At least one survey every 365 days must be conducted:
 Number of regular building occupants and visitors,
 For Hospitality projects, number of hotel or lodging guests (these occupants may be excluded
from the survey even though they are considered regular building occupants).
 Regular building occupant survey responses
o # of routes for 2-way commutes over one week
o Per route,
 Commuting transportation mode(s),
 Distance traveled (in miles or kilometers)
 Visitor occupant responses
o Commuting transportation mode(s),
o Distance traveled (in miles or kilometers)
An emissions value is calculated for each building occupant that completes the survey as follows:
1. A CO2e value is calculated for each route provided for the occupant, using the commuting
transportation mode(s), distance traveled, the CO2e per mile values in Table 2 and Equation 1:
Equation 1: CO2e for route (lbs.) = (CO2e lbs./mile) * distance traveled in miles
Table 2. CO2e values for a one-way trip, for each mode of transit
Mode CO2e Source
pounds/mile
Walk, bike, 0 NA
telecommute
Motorcycle 0.26 DEFRA/DECC 2014: emissionfactors.com
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Heavy rail 0.33 American Bus Association Foundation. Updated Comparison
of Energy use & CO2 Emissions From Different
Transportation Modes, 2008.
2-3 Carpool 0.39 EPA: http://www.epa.gov/cleanenergy/energy-
resources/refs.html
Light rail 0.44 American Bus Association Foundation. Updated Comparison
of Energy Use & CO2 Emissions from Different
Alternative 0.44 U.S. DOE National average for a 2014 Nissan Leaf:
Fuel Vehicles fueleconomy.gov
Bus 0.68 American Bus Association Foundation. Updated Comparison
of Energy Use & CO2 Emissions from Different
Car (solo) 0.93 EPA: http://www.epa.gov/cleanenergy/energy-
resources/refs.html
2. For each occupant, CO2e is calculated using Equation 2:
Equation 2: CO2e for individual occupant (lbs.) = (∑ CO2e for routes) / # routes
For visitors, calculations include one route (as their survey includes only one way and one day)
For regular building occupants, calculations may include more than one route (as their survey
requests information regarding two way commutes over one week, and includes all seasons/yearly
variations). Each route is weighed equally.
An average emissions value is calculated by taking an average of the individual emissions, using
Equation 3.
Equation 3: Project CO2e per one-way trip per occupant (lbs.) = (∑ CO2e for individual
occupants) / # occupants in survey
The project’s average CO2e per one-way trip per occupant (lbs.) value is then input into the
transportation scoring function (see Figure 2) to produce a transportation performance score:
Figure 2: Transportation scoring function

Transportation score
Average lbs. of CO2e per one-way trip per occupant
The transportation scoring function was developed using transportation patterns reported by LEED
buildings, certified under LEED O+M v2009. The data set includes buildings that earned SS credit 4
Alternative Commuting Transportation.
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SUSTAINABLE SITES (SS)
SS CREDIT: R AINWATER M ANAGEMENT
EB:O+M
1 point
This credit applies to
 Existing Buildings: Operations + Maintenance (1 point)
Intent
To reduce runoff volume and improve water quality by replicating the natural hydrology and water balance
of the site, based on historical conditions and undeveloped ecosystems in the region.
Requirements
EB:O+M
Use low-impact development (LID) practices to infiltrate, evapotranspirate, collect and reuse water onsite
from 25% of the impervious surfaces for the 95th percentile storm event.
Establish and implement an annual inspection and maintenance program of all rainwater management
facilities to assure continued performance.
Document the annual inspections, including identification of areas of erosion, maintenance needs, and
repairs. Perform necessary maintenance, repairs, or stabilization within 60 days of inspection.
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SS CREDIT: HEAT ISLAND REDUCTION
EB:O+M
1 point
 Existing Buildings: Operations & Maintenance (1 point)
Intent
To minimize effects on microclimates and human and wildlife habitats by reducing heat islands.
Requirements
EB:O+M
Have in place strategies to minimize the project’s overall contribution to heat island effects and that meet
the following criterion:
Area of Area of High- Area of

Nonroof Reflectance Vegetated
Measures Roof Roof
———— + —————— + —————— ≥ Total Site + Total Roof
0.50 0.75 0.50 Paving Area Area
Alternatively, an SRI and SR weighted average approach may be used to calculate compliance.
Use any combination of the following strategies.
Nonroof Measures
 Plants that provide shade over paving areas (including playgrounds) on the site. For newly
installed plants, base shade area on 10-year canopy width at noon.
 Vegetated planters.
 Shade with structures covered by energy generation systems, such as solar thermal collectors,
photovoltaics, and wind turbines.
 Shade with architectural devices or structures that have a three-year aged solar reflectance (SR)
value of at least 0.28. If three-year aged value information is not available meet an initial SR of at
least 0.33.
 Shade with vegetated structures.
 Paving materials with a three-year aged solar reflectance (SR) value of at least 0.28. If three-year
aged value information is not available, meet an initial SR of at least 0.33.
 Open-grid pavement system (at least 50% unbound).
High-Reflectance Roof
Roofing materials with an SRI equal to or greater than the values in Table 1. Meet the three-year
aged SRI value if available, otherwise, meet the initial SRI value.
Table 1. Minimum solar reflectance index value, by roof slope

3-year
Slope Initial SRI
aged SRI
Low-sloped roof ≤ 2:12 82 64
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Steep-sloped roof > 2:12 39 32
Vegetated Roof
Vegetated roof. If newly installed, sufficient growing medium and plant material must be in place to
provide full vegetative cover within 3-years.
Have in place a maintenance program that ensures all high-reflectance surfaces are cleaned at least
annually to maintain good reflectance, all vegetation is maintained for plant health, and any vegetated
structures or vegetated roofs are maintained for good structural condition.
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SS CREDIT: LIGHT POLLUTION REDUCTION
EB:O+M
1 point
Intent
To increase night sky access, improve nighttime visibility, and reduce the consequences of
development for wildlife and people.
Requirements
EB:O+M
Meet the requirements of one of the options below:
Option 1. Fixture Shielding

Shield all exterior fixtures (where the sum of the mean lamp lumens for that fixture exceeds 2,500) such
that the installed fixtures do not directly emit any light at a vertical angle more than 90 degrees from
straight down.
OR
Option 2. Perimeter Measurements

Measure the night illumination levels at regularly spaced points on the project boundary, taking the
measurements with the building’s exterior and site lights both on and off. At least eight measurements are
required, at a maximum spacing of 100 feet (30 meters) apart. The illumination level measured with the
lights on must not be more than 20% above the level measured with the lights off.
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SS CREDIT: SITE MANAGEMENT
EB:O+M
1 point
Intent
To provide environmentally sensitive site management practices that protect and enhance habitat,
reduce pollutants and waste, protect soils and hydrology and reduce site domestic water use.
Requirements
EB:O+M
Conduct a site assessment to identify and document natural areas providing habitat.
Have in place a site management plan that demonstrates how the following best practices are met:
 Monitor and eradicate invasive and exotic plant species from natural habitat areas.
 Manage snow and ice in ways that limit degradation of water quality, surrounding plants
and soil health from chemical deicer applications.
 Prevent erosion by maintaining vegetative cover, and restore any eroded soils.
 Reduce noise and air pollution resulting from gasoline powered equipment.
 Divert from landfills 100% of plant material waste for composting reuse.
 Reduce fertilizer use to only as needed for plant health applications based on soil
testing. Eliminate preventive applications of herbicides, pesticides and fungicides
applying only as needed for occurrences.
 Prepare an Integrated Pest Management plan.
 Add one or more inches of organic matter mulch, such as compost, to soil surfaces in
planting areas annually.
 Irrigate vegetation, other than planted containers, only with automatic controlled
systems utilizing either rain shutoff, moisture sensing or weather based controls.
 Monitor irrigation systems at least bi-weekly during the operating season and correct
any leaks, breaks, inappropriate water usage, or incorrect timing.
 Store materials and equipment to prevent air and site contamination.
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WATER EFFICIENCY (WE)
WE CREDITPREREQUISITE : W ATER PERFORMANCE
EB:O+M
16–15 points
This credit prerequisite applies to
 Existing Buildings: Operations & Maintenance (61–15 points)
 EB: O+M Interiors (61-15 points)
Intent
To support water management and reduce water consumption.
Requirements
EB:O+M, INTERIORS
Have permanently installed water meters that measure the total potable water use for the project and
associated grounds. All potable or reclaimed water supplied to the project must be metered.
For Interiors projects, have permanently installed sub-meters that measure total potable water use for any
fixtures or fittings in the project scope. Alternately, interiors projects may pro-rate water use, using
occupancy and base building water use over twelve consecutive months.
Measure total potable water use on a monthly basis for twelve consecutive months (one full year).
Input the twelve months of potable water use data and calculate a water performance score for the
project.
Obtain a minimum water performance score of 40. Additional points for this prerequisite are awarded for
Water Performance Scores above 40, according to Table 1.
Interiors projects that do not have fixtures or fixture fittings in the project scope are exempt from the
requirement to obtain a minimum water performance score of 40. All interiors projects must input twelve
months of potable water use data and calculate a water performance score for the project.
Table 1. LEED Points for Water Performance
Water Performance Score LEED Points

44 7
50 8
57 9
64 10
70 11
77 12
84 13
90 14
97 15
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Water performance score
The water performance score rates the building’s total water consumption against the total water
consumption of comparable high-performing buildings.
The score is a value from 1-100 based on the project’s water consumption per occupant and water
consumption per floor area.
Performance score calculation

To calculate a water performance score, the following data is required:
1. Annual water consumption (gallons), with monthly or daily totals
2. Gross floor area (sq. ft. or sq. m.)
3. Weighted occupancy
4. Weighted operating hours
The water consumption is adjusted for weighted operating hours and converted into daily water
consumption using Equation 1.
Equation 1: adjusted daily water consumption = annual water consumption * operating hours
adjustment factor / 365 days
The operating hours adjustment factor is determined using Table 2. The adjustment factor
accounts for typical LEED buildings operations of 50 hours a week.
Table 2. Operating hours adjustment factor
Daily water consumption per occupant is calculated by dividing the daily water consumption by the
weighted occupancy, using Equation 2.
Equation 2: adjusted daily water consumption per occupant = adjusted daily water consumption /
weighted occupancy
Daily water consumption per floor area is calculated by dividing the daily water consumption by the gross
floor area, using Equation 3.
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Equation 3: adjusted daily water consumption per floor area = adjusted daily water consumption /
gross floor area
The project’s daily water consumption per occupant AND daily water consumption per floor area are input
into the water scoring function for the specific project type to produce a water performance score.
The water scoring functions were developed using water consumption data from high-performing
buildings. The data set includes LEED buildings that shared their water consumption data with USGBC as
part of the whole-building energy and water usage requirement.
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ENERGY AND ATMOSPHERE
EA PREREQUISITE : ENERGY EFFICIENCY BEST M ANAGEMENT PRACTICES
Required
EB:O+M
 Existing Buildings: Operations + Maintenance
 EB: O+M Interiors
Intent
To promote continuity of information to ensure that energy-efficient operating strategies are maintained
and provide a foundation for training and system analysis.
Requirements
EB:O+M, INTERIORS
Conduct an energy audit that meets both the requirements of the ASHRAE preliminary energy use
analysis and an ASHRAE Level 1 walk-through assessment identified in the ASHRAE Procedures for
Commercial Building Energy Audits or equivalent. Projects in Europe may use the energy audit procedure
defined in EN 16247-2:2014.
Prepare and maintain a current facilities requirements and operations and maintenance plan that contains
the information necessary to operate the project efficiently. The plan must include the following:
 a current sequence of operations for the building;

 the project occupancy schedule;
 equipment run-time schedules;
 setpoints for all HVAC equipment;
 setpoints for lighting levels throughout the project;
 minimum outside air requirements;
 any changes in schedules or setpoints for different seasons, days of the week, and times of day;
 a systems narrative describing the mechanical and electrical systems and equipment in the
project; and
 a preventive maintenance plan for equipment described in the systems narrative.
Data Centers
Use the U.S. Department of Energy’s DC PRO Profiling Tool to perform a preliminary assessment of
energy consumption in data center spaces for critical systems.
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EA PREREQUISITE : FUNDAMENTAL REFRIGERANT M ANAGEMENT
Required
EB:O+M
Intent
To reduce stratospheric ozone depletion.
Requirements
EB:O+M, INTERIORS
Do not use chlorofluorocarbon (CFC)-based refrigerants in heating, ventilating, air-conditioning, and

refrigeration (HVAC&R) systems unless a third-party audit shows that system replacement or conversion
is not economically feasible or unless a phase-out plan for CFC-based refrigerants is in place. Phase-out
plans should be scheduled for completion within 10 years. The replacement or conversion of HVAC&R
equipment is considered not economically feasible if the simple payback of the replacement or conversion
is greater than 10 years. Perform the following economic analysis:
Cost of replacement or conversion

Simple payback = Resulting annual energy cost Resulting annual maintenance and > 10
+
difference refrigerant cost difference
If CFC-based refrigerants are maintained in the project, reduce annual leakage to 5% or less using the
procedures in the Clean Air Act, Title VI, Rule 608, governing refrigerant management and reporting (or a
local equivalent for projects outside the U.S.), and reduce the total leakage over the remaining life of the
unit to less than 30% of its refrigerant charge.
Small HVAC&R units (defined as containing less than 0.5 pound [225 grams] of refrigerant), standard
refrigerators, small water coolers, and any other cooling equipment that contains less than 0.5 pound
(225 grams) of refrigerant are exempt.
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EA CREDITPREREQUISITE : ENERGY PERFORMANCE
EB:O+M
131–33 points
This credit prerequisite applies to
 Existing Buildings: Operations + Maintenance (131–33 points)
 EB: O+M Interiors (131-33 points)
Intent
To support energy management and reduce environmental and economic harms associated with
excessive energy use by reducing greenhouse gas emissions and achieving higher levels of operating
energy performance.
Requirements
EB:O+M, INTERIORS
Have permanently installed energy meters or submeters that measure total building energy consumption
(electricity, natural gas, chilled water, steam, fuel oil, propane, etc.). Utility-owned meters capable of
aggregating total project energy use are acceptable.
For Interiors projects, have permanently installed sub-meters that measure all electricity and fossil fuels
for equipment within the project scope. Alternately, interiors projects may pro-rate energy use, using
occupancy and base building energy use over twelve consecutive months.
Calibrate meters within the manufacturer’s recommended interval if the project owner, management
organization, or tenant owns the meter. Meters owned by third parties (e.g., utilities or governments) are
exempt.
Measure the project’s energy use on a monthly basis for twelve consecutive months (one full year). Use
the twelve months of energy use data to obtain an energy performance score.
LEED points are based on project energy performance across two metrics: greenhouse gas emissions
and source energy.
Table 1. LEED Points for GHG Emissions Score
GHG Emissions Score LEED Points

40 (Required) 6.5 (Required)
41 7
44 7.5
47 8
50 8.5
54 9
57 9.5
60 10
63 10.5
66 11
69 11.5
72 12
75 12.5
78 13
81 13.5
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84 14
87 14.5
90 15
93 15.5
96 16
99 16.5
AND
Table 2. LEED Points for Source Energy Score
Source Energy Score LEED Points

40 (Required) 6.5 (Required)
41 7
44 7.5
47 8
50 8.5
54 9
57 9.5
60 10
63 10.5
66 11
69 11.5
72 12
75 12.5
78 13
81 13.5
84 14
87 14.5
90 15
93 15.5
96 16
99 16.5
LEED points are calculated based on the project score for each metric; the GHG emissions score and
source energy score are each weighted 50% of the energy performance score. LEED points are rounded
up to the nearest whole number and awarded according to Table 3.
Table 3. LEED Points for Energy Performance Score
Energy Performance Score LEED Points

41 14
44 15
47 16
50 17
54 18
57 19
60 20
63 21
66 22
69 23
72 24
75 25
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78 26
81 27
84 28
87 29
90 30
93 31
96 32
99 33
GHG emissions score

The GHG emissions score rates the building’s total greenhouse gas emissions against the total
greenhouse gas emissions of comparable high-performing buildings.
The score is a value from 1-100 based on the project’s GHG emissions per occupant and GHG emissions
per floor area.
GHG emissions score calculation
To calculate a GHG emissions score, the following data is required:

 Annual Energy consumption (kBtu), with monthly or daily totals and distinguished by fuel type
 Gross floor area (sq. ft. or sq. m.)
 Weighted occupancy
 Weighted operating hours
 Outside air temperature
 Location
The energy consumption is converted into equivalent GHG emissions, using U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency’s (EPA) regional grid mix coefficients for U.S. and Canadian projects, and national grid
mix coefficients from the International Energy Agency’s (IEA) C02 Emissions from Fuel Combustion 2013
report. The grid mix coefficient values are kept up to date with U.S. EPA and IEA release updates.
This is the Annual Emissions (mTCO2e)
GHG emissions are adjusted for weighted operating hours and outside temperature and converted into
daily GHG emissions using Equation 1.
Equation 1: adjusted GHG emissions = (GHG emissions * outside temperature adjustment factor
* operating hours adjustment factor) / 365 days
The operating hours adjustment factor is determined using Figure 1. The adjustment factor
accounts for typical LEED buildings operations of 50 hours a week.
Figure 1. Operating hours adjustment factor
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GHG emissions per occupant is calculated by dividing the adjusted GHG emissions by the weighted
occupancy
Equation 2. GHG emissions per occupant = adjusted GHG emissions / weighted occupancy
GHG emissions per floor area is calculated by dividing the adjusted GHG emissions by the gross floor
area.
Equation 3: GHG emissions per floor area = adjusted GHG emissions / gross floor area
The project’s calculated GHG emissions per occupant and GHG emissions per floor area are input into
the energy scoring function for the specific project type.
The energy scoring function was developed using energy consumption data from high-performing
buildings. The data set includes LEED buildings that shared their energy consumption data with USGBC
as part of the whole-building energy and water usage requirement.
Source energy score

The source energy score rates the building’s total energy consumption against the total energy
consumption of comparable high-performing buildings.
The score is a value from 1-100 based on the project’s source energy consumption per occupant per floor
area.
Source energy score calculation

To calculate a source energy score, the following data is required:
 Annual Energy consumption, with monthly or daily totals and distinguished by fuel type
 Gross floor area (sq. ft. or sq. m.)
 Weighted operating hours
 Outside air temperature
 Location
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EA CREDIT: ENHANCED REFRIGERANT M ANAGEMENT
EB:O+M
1 point
 EB: O+M Interiors (1 point)
Intent
To reduce ozone depletion and support early compliance with the Montreal Protocol while minimizing
direct contributions to climate change.
Requirements
EB:O+M, INTERIORS
Option 1. No Refrigerants or Low-Impact Refrigerants (1 point)

Do not use refrigerants, or use only refrigerants (naturally occurring or synthetic) that have an ozone
depletion potential (ODP) of zero and a global warming potential (GWP) of less than 50.
OR
Option 2. Calculation of Refrigerant Impact (1 point)

Select refrigerants that are used in heating, ventilating, air-conditioning, and refrigeration (HVAC&R)
equipment to minimize or eliminate the emission of compounds that contribute to ozone depletion and
climate change. The combination of all new and existing base building and tenant HVAC&R equipment
that serve the project must comply with the following formula:
IP units SI units
LCGW LCOD 10 LCGW LCOD 10
+ x 5 ≤ 100 + x 5 ≤ 13
P P P P
Calculation definitions for LCGWP + LCODP x Calculation definitions for LCGWP + LCODP x
105 ≤ 100 105 ≤ 13
(IP units) (SI units)
LCODP = [ODPr x (Lr x Life +Mr) x Rc]/Life LCODP = [ODPr x (Lr x Life +Mr) x Rc]/Life
LCGWP = [GWPr x (Lr x Life +Mr) x Rc]/Life LCGWP = [GWPr x (Lr x Life +Mr) x Rc]/Life
LCODP: Lifecycle Ozone Depletion Potential LCODP: Lifecycle Ozone Depletion Potential
(lb CFC 11/Ton-Year) (kg CFC 11/(kW/year))
LCGWP: Lifecycle Direct Global Warming LCGWP: Lifecycle Direct Global Warming
Potential Potential
(lb CO2/Ton-Year) (kg CO2/kW-year)
GWPr: Global Warming Potential of Refrigerant GWPr: Global Warming Potential of Refrigerant
(0 to 12,000 lb CO2/lbr) (0 to 12,000 kg CO2/kg r)
ODPr: Ozone Depletion Potential of Refrigerant ODPr: Ozone Depletion Potential of Refrigerant
(0 to 0.2 lb CFC 11/lbr) (0 to 0.2 kg CFC 11/kg r)
Lr: Refrigerant Leakage Rate Lr: Refrigerant Leakage Rate
(2.0%) (2.0%)
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Mr: End-of-life Refrigerant Loss Mr: End-of-life Refrigerant Loss
(10%) (10%)
Rc: Refrigerant Charge Rc: Refrigerant Charge

(0.5 to 5.0 lbs of refrigerant per ton of gross AHRI (0.065 to 0.65 kg of refrigerant per kW of AHRI
rated cooling capacity) rated or Eurovent Certified cooling capacity)
Life: Equipment Life Life: Equipment Life
(10 years; default based on equipment type, (10 years; default based on equipment type,
unless otherwise demonstrated) unless otherwise demonstrated)
For multiple types of equipment, calculate a weighted average of all base building HVAC&R equipment,
using the following formula:
IP units SI units
∑ ( LCGWP + LCODP x 105 ) x Qunit ∑ ( LCGWP + LCODP x 105 ) x Qunit

≤
——————————————————— —————————————————— ≤ 13
100
———————— —————
Qtotal Qtotal
Calculation definitions for Calculation definitions for

[ ∑ (LCGWP + LCODP x 105) x Qunit ] / Qtotal [ ∑ (LCGWP + LCODP x 105) x Qunit ] / Qtotal
≤ 100 ≤ 13
(IP units) (SI units)
Qunit = Gross ARI rated cooling capacity of an Qunit = Eurovent Certified cooling capacity of an
individual HVAC or refrigeration unit (Tons) individual HVAC or refrigeration unit (kW)
Qtotal = Total gross ARI rated cooling capacity of Qtotal = Total Eurovent Certified cooling
all HVAC or refrigeration capacity of all HVAC or refrigeration (kW)
Retail
Meet Option 1 or 2 for all HVAC systems.
Stores with commercial refrigeration systems must comply with the following.
 Use only non-ozone-depleting refrigerants.

 Achieve an average HFC refrigerant charge of no more than 1.75 pounds of refrigerant per 1,000
Btu/h (2.72 grams of refrigerant per kW) total evaporator cooling load.
 Achieve a store-wide annual refrigerant emissions rate of no more than 15%.
Alternatively, stores with commercial refrigeration systems may provide proof of attainment of EPA
GreenChill’s silver-level store certification for fully operational food retail stores.
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EA CREDIT: GRID HARMONIZATION
EB:O+M
1 point
Intent
To increase participation in demand response technologies and programs that make energy generation
and distribution systems more efficient, increase grid reliability, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Requirements
EB:O+M,
Evaluate building systems and equipment for participation in a demand response program. On-site
electricity generation does not meet the intent of this credit.
Case 1. Demand Response Program Available and Participation (1 point)
Participate in an existing demand response (DR) program and complete the following activities.
 Have in place a system with the capability for real-time, fully automated DR based on
external initiation by a DR program provider. Semi-automated DR may be utilized in practice.
 Enroll in a minimum one-year DR participation amount contractual commitment with a
qualified DR program provider, with the intention of multiyear renewal, for at least 10% of the
annual on-peak electricity demand. On-peak demand is based on electric utility bills with an
on-peak demand period defined by the local utility. The on-peak demand may vary based on
the utility climate and pricing structures.
 Develop a comprehensive plan for meeting the contractual commitment during a Demand
Response event.
 Include the DR processes in the current facilities requirements and operations and
maintenance plan.
 Initiate at least one full test of the DR plan.
Case 2. Demand Response Capable Building (1 point)
 Have infrastructure in place to take advantage of future demand response programs or

dynamic, real-time pricing programs and complete the following activities. Develop a
comprehensive plan for shedding at least 10% of the annual on-peak electricity demand.
Peak demand is based on electric utility bills.
 Include the DR processes in the current facilities requirements and operations and
maintenance plan.
 Initiate at least one full test of the DR plan as part of the building commissioning program.
 Contact local utility representatives to discuss participation in future DR programs.
Case 3: Permanent Load Shifting Technologies (1 point)
Implement electrical load shifting measures with the following requirements:
 Have in place during the performance period a system which permanently transfers electricity
demand from peak hours to off-peak hours as defined by the local utility provider.
 Demonstrate that the facility is successfully reducing peak demand by at least 10% during the
performance period as compared to peak electrical demand by:
o Identifying all load shifting measures and their intended peak electrical load shift
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o Verifying a corresponding peak electrical load reduction for each measure
o Verifying a corresponding off-peak electrical load increase for each measure
 Include the load shifting measures in the Current Facilities Requirements and Operations and
Maintenance Plan.
Installing grid harmonization technologies that provide energy storage capabilities on-site can help facility
operators to manage peak energy demand. Eligible technologies may include:
o Battery storage
o Flywheel energy storage system
o Thermal energy storage system, including chilled water, ice, ice on coil, phase change
materials, and geothermal
Include the installed technology in the Current Facilities Requirements and Operations and Maintenance
Plan.
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MATERIALS AND RESOURCES (MR)
MR PREREQUISITE: PURCHASING POLICY
Required
EB:O+M
 EB:O+M Interiors
Intent
To reduce the environmental harm from materials and products purchased and used during operations
and maintenance of buildings.
Requirements
EB:O+M, INTERIORS
Have in place an environmentally preferable purchasing (EPP) policy for materials and products
purchased for the project during regular operations. Include at a minimum:
 Ongoing Consumables
o The five most purchased product categories based on total annual purchases.
o Paper, toner cartridges, binders, batteries, and desk accessories.
o Food and beverage.
 Electronic Equipment
o Lamps (indoor and outdoor, hard-wired and portable fixtures).
o Office equipment, appliances, and audiovisual equipment.
o Electric powered equipment.
The policy should address performance targets for purchases that meet the criteria in MR Credit:
Purchasing.
The policy must cover at least those product purchases within the building and site management’s
control. For interiors projects, the policy must cover product purchases within the project’s control.
INTERIORS
In addition to the requirements above, Interiors projects must recommend best practices for
environmentally preferable purchasing for purchases outside of the project’s control.
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MR PREREQUISITE: F ACILITY M AINTENANCE AND RENOVATION POLICY
Required
EB:O+M
Intent
To reduce the environmental harms associated with the materials purchased, installed, and disposed of
during maintenance and renovation activities.
Requirements
EB:O+M, INTERIORS
Have in place a facility maintenance and renovation policy that includes guidelines for renovation and
maintenance activities, using LEED rating system strategies, to be implemented at the discretion of
building owners, operators, or tenants. Renovation activities include building improvements and tenant fit-
outs. Maintenance activities include general repair and replacement.
The policy must cover at least those product purchases within the building and site management’s
control. The policy must address purchasing, waste management and indoor air quality.
Purchasing Policy for Maintenance and Renovations

Have in place a purchasing policy for product and materials purchased for facility maintenance and
renovation activities. Include at a minimum:
 Base building elements permanently or semi- permanently attached to the building (mechanical,
electrical and plumbing components and specialty items such as elevators are excluded).
Exclude fixtures, and equipment, which are not considered base building elements;
 Furniture and furnishings as well as components and parts needed to maintain them
Waste Management Policy for Maintenance and Renovations

Have in place a waste management policy addressing the following:
 Facility maintenance waste. The policy should address safe storage and recycling and diversion
of waste associated with maintenance activities.
 Renovation waste. The policy should describe the procedure for creating an individual plan for
each renovation project. Each renovation project should establish waste diversion goals, target
five materials for diversion, approximate the volume of waste anticipated, and identify waste
diversion strategies to be used.
 Separation of facility maintenance and renovation waste from ongoing waste: The policy should
indicate that facility maintenance and renovation waste are handled separately from ongoing
waste.
 Furniture waste (Multifamily only). The policy should address storage locations for furniture and
reuse or recycling of furniture waste.
The policy should address the criteria in the following credits:

 MR Credit: Waste Performance
Indoor Air Quality Policy for Maintenance and Renovations
Have in place an indoor air quality policy for facility maintenance and renovation activities addressing the
criteria below. For maintenance activities implement the policy as applicable. For renovation activities
create an individual plan for each renovation project as outlined in the policy.
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 Follow the recommended control measures of the Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning National
Contractors Association (SMACNA) IAQ Guidelines for Occupied Buildings under Construction,
2nd edition (2007), ANSI/SMACNA 008–2008, Chapter 3
o Protect stored on-site and installed absorptive materials from moisture damage.
o Do not operate permanently-installed air handling equipment during construction unless
filtration media with a minimum efficiency reporting value (MERV) of 8, as determined by
ASHRAE 52.2–2007, with errata (or equivalent filtration media class of F5 or higher, as
defined by CEN Standard EN 779–2002, Particulate Air Filters for General Ventilation,
Determination of the Filtration Performance), are installed at each return air grille and
return or transfer duct inlet opening such that there is no bypass around the filtration
media.
 Develop a procedure to, before occupancy, replace all filtration media with the final design
filtration media.
 Develop a plan to determine whether a flush-out or air quality testing is needed after construction
ends and all interior finishes are installed but before occupancy.
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MR PREREQUISITE: WASTE PERFORMANCE
EB:O+M
3-8 points

 Existing Buildings: Operations + Maintenance (3-8 points)
Intent
To track and reduce the waste that is generated by building occupants and hauled to and disposed of in
landfills and incinerators.
Requirements
EB:O+M, INTERIORS
Have in place storage locations for recyclable materials, including mixed paper, corrugated cardboard,
glass, plastics, and metals. Safely store and dispose of batteries and all lamps (indoor and outdoor, hard-
wired and portable fixtures).
Track and measure all ongoing waste and durable goods waste.
Measure the total weight of waste (in lbs., kg, or tons) that is generated, and the total weight that is
diverted from landfills and incineration facilities for one full year or from a waste analysis. Exclude any
facility renovations waste.
Input generated and diverted waste totals and calculate a waste performance score for the project.
Obtain a minimum waste performance score of 40. Additional points for this prerequisite are awarded for
waste performance scores above 40, according to Table 1.
Table 1. LEED Points for Waste Performance
Waste Performance Score LEED Points

44 4
57 5
69 6
82 7
94 8
Waste performance score

The waste performance score rates the resource consumption and resource use efficiency of the building
(waste generated and diverted) against the consumption and efficiency of comparable high-performing
buildings.
The score is a value from 1-100 based on the project’s total weight of waste generated and the total
weight of waste diverted from landfills and incineration facilities.
Waste performance score calculation

To calculate waste performance score, the following data is required:
 Total waste generated (lbs., kg, or tons)
 Total waste diverted (lbs., kg, or tons)
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The waste generated is converted into an average daily waste generated per occupant, using Equation 1.
Equation 1. Average daily waste generated (𝐴𝑑𝑤𝑔 ) = the sum of waste generated readings within the last
365 days (∑1≤𝑑≤365 𝑤𝑔)/ the number of days the readings belong to ∑1≤𝑑≤365 𝑑 where
𝑑 = 𝑛𝑢𝑚𝑏𝑒𝑟 𝑜𝑓 𝑑𝑎𝑦𝑠 𝑤ℎ𝑒𝑟𝑒 𝑡ℎ𝑒𝑟𝑒 𝑎𝑟𝑒 𝑟𝑒𝑎𝑑𝑖𝑛𝑔𝑠
∑1≤𝑑≤365 𝑤𝑔
𝐴𝑑𝑤𝑔 =
∑1≤𝑑≤365 𝑑
Example:
A building conducted a waste audit over a 1 week (7 day) time period. The results of the audit showed
that
- 200lbs of waste were generated

- 150lbs of waste was diverted
- Occupancy 40
200
𝐴𝑑𝑤𝑔 = ( ) = 28.57 𝑙𝑏𝑠/𝑑𝑎𝑦
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The daily waste generated is converted into a daily waste generated per occupant using Equation 2.
Equation 2. Average daily waste generated per occupant (𝐴𝑑𝑤𝑔 )= the output of Equation 1. /occupancy
𝑜
(𝑇𝑂𝑐𝑐 )
𝐴𝑑𝑤𝑔
𝐴𝑑𝑤𝑔 =
𝑜 𝑇𝑂𝑐𝑐
Example continued:
28.57𝑙𝑏𝑠
( ) 0.714𝑙𝑏𝑠
𝑑𝑎𝑦
= /𝑜𝑐𝑐
40 𝑂𝑐𝑐𝑢𝑝𝑎𝑛𝑡𝑠 𝑑𝑎𝑦
The daily undiverted waste is calculated using Equations 3-5.
Equation 3. Average daily waste diverted 𝐴𝑑𝑤𝑑 = the sum of waste diverted readings within the last 365
days ∑1≤𝑑≤365 𝑤𝑑 / the number of days the readings belong to ∑1≤𝑑≤365 𝑑
∑1≤𝑑≤365 𝑤𝑑
𝐴𝑑𝑤𝑑 =
∑1≤𝑑≤365 𝑑
Example continued:
150
𝐴𝑑𝑤𝑑 = ( ) = 21.42 𝑙𝑏𝑠/𝑑𝑎𝑦
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Equation 4. Average daily waste diverted per occupant 𝐴𝑑𝑤𝑑 = the output of Equation 3. / total occupancy
𝑜
𝑇𝑂𝑐𝑐
𝐴𝑑𝑤𝑑
𝐴𝑑𝑤𝑑 =
𝑜 𝑇𝑂𝑐𝑐
Example continued:
21.42𝑙𝑏𝑠
( ) 0.535𝑙𝑏𝑠
𝑑𝑎𝑦
= /𝑜𝑐𝑐
40 𝑂𝑐𝑐𝑢𝑝𝑎𝑛𝑡𝑠 𝑑𝑎𝑦
Equation 5. Average daily undiverted waste per occupant 𝐴𝑑𝑢𝑤 = the output of Equation 2 𝐴𝑑𝑤𝑔 – the
𝑜 𝑜
output of Equation 4 𝐴𝑑𝑤𝑑 .
𝑜
𝐴𝑑𝑢𝑤 = (𝐴𝑑𝑤𝑔 − 𝐴𝑑𝑤𝑑 )

𝑜 𝑜 𝑜
Example continued:
0.179𝑙𝑏𝑠
𝐴𝑑𝑢𝑤 = (0.714 − 0.535) = /𝑜𝑐𝑐
𝑜 𝑑𝑎𝑦
The project’s calculated average daily waste generated per occupant AND average daily waste
undiverted per occupant are input into the waste scoring function to calculate the waste performance
score.
The waste scoring function was developed using waste information reported by high-performing buildings.
The data set includes LEED buildings that pursued MR credit 6. Solid waste management – waste stream
audit.
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MR CREDIT: PURCHASING
EB:O+M
1-4 points
Intent
To reduce environmental harm from materials and products purchased, used, installed, and disposed of
during the operations and maintenance of buildings.
Requirements
EB:O+M, INTERIORS
Interiors projects may select up to four options, to earn 4 points.
Option 1. Ongoing Consumables (1 point, 1-2 points Interiors only)
For at least one month, track all ongoing consumable purchases. Purchase at least 50% (1 point) or 75%
(2 points, Interiors only), by cost, of total ongoing consumables that meet at least one of the following
criteria.
 Recycled materials and products. The content of purchases must meet or exceed the levels listed
in the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Comprehensive Procurement Guidelines. Products
not covered by the Guidelines can get credit for their recycled content with no minimum.
 Extended use. Batteries must be rechargeable. Toner cartridges for laser printers must be
remanufactured.
 Bio-based products. Bio-based products must meet the Sustainable Agriculture Network’s
Sustainable Agriculture Standard. Bio-based raw materials must be tested using ASTM Test
Method D6866 and be legally harvested, as defined by the exporting and receiving country.
Exclude hide products, such as leather and other animal skin material.
 Paper and wood products. Paper and wood products must be certified by the Forest Stewardship
Council or USGBC-approved equivalent.
 Materials reuse. Reuse includes salvaged, refurbished, or reused products.
 Extended producer responsibility. Products purchased from a manufacturer (producer) that
participates in an extended producer responsibility program or is directly responsible for extended
producer responsibility.
 Cradle to Cradle Certified. Products purchased have earned Cradle to Cradle certification of any
level, Version 3 or newer.
Option 2. Building Materials (1 point, 1-2 points Interiors only)
For at least one month, track all building material purchases (including furniture) used and/or installed as
part of space reconfigurations, additions/alternations, or renovations. Purchase at least 50% (1 point) or
75% (2 points, Interiors only), by cost, of total building materials that meet at least one of the following
criteria under Reporting, Optimization, and other attributes.
Reporting:
 Health Product Declaration. The end use product has a published, complete Health Product
Declaration with full disclosure of known hazards in compliance with the Health Product
Declaration open Standard.
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 Cradle to Cradle Certified. Products purchased have earned Cradle to Cradle certification of any
 Declare. The Declare label must indicate that all ingredients have been evaluated and disclosed
down to 1000 ppm.
 ANSI/BIFMA e3 Furniture Sustainability Standard: Documentation from the assessor or scorecard
from BIFMA must demonstrate the product earned at least 3 points under 7.5.1.3 Advanced Level
in e3-2014 or 3 points under 7.4.1.3 Advanced Level in e3-2012.
 Product Lens certification
 Facts - NSF/ANSI 336. Sustainability Assessment for Commercial Furnishings Fabric at any
certification level
 Environmental product declaration (EPD): Products having an environmental product declaration
that conform to ISO 14025, 14040, 14044, and EN 15804 or ISO 21930 and have at least a
cradle to gate scope. The EPD can be either industry-wide (generic) EPD or product specific
Type III EPD with third party external verification in which the manufacturer is explicitly
recognized as the participant by the program operator.
Optimization:
 GreenScreen v1.2 Benchmark. Products with fully inventoried chemical ingredients to 100 ppm
with no Benchmark 1 hazards.
 Cradle to Cradle certified. Products purchased have earned Cradle to Cradle certification of any
 EPD Optimization path: Products with Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) that are third-
party certified and demonstrate impact reduction below industry average in at least three of the
following categories:
o global warming potential (greenhouse gases), in CO2e;
o depletion of the stratospheric ozone layer, in kg CFC-11;
o acidification of land and water sources, in moles H+ or kg SO2;
o eutrophication, in kg nitrogen or kg phosphate;
o formation of tropospheric ozone, in kg NOx, kg O3 eq, or kg ethene; and
o depletion of nonrenewable energy resources, in MJ.
 Product Manufacturer Supply Chain Optimization: Purchase products meeting any of the
following supply chain optimization criteria:
o Are sourced from product manufacturers who engage in validated and robust safety,
health, hazard, and risk programs which at a minimum document at least 99% (by
weight) of the ingredients used to make the building product or building material, and
o Are sourced from product manufacturers with independent third party verification of their
supply chain that at a minimum verifies:
o Processes are in place to communicate and transparently prioritize chemical ingredients
along the supply chain according to available hazard, exposure and use information to
identify those that require more detailed evaluation
o Processes are in place to identify, document, and communicate information on health,
safety and environmental characteristics of chemical ingredients
o Processes are in place to implement measures to manage the health, safety and
environmental hazard and risk of chemical ingredients.
o Processes are in place to optimize health, safety and environmental impacts when
designing and improving chemical ingredients.
o Processes are in place to communicate, receive and evaluate chemical ingredient safety
and stewardship information along the supply chain. Safety and stewardship information
about the chemical ingredients is publicly available from all points along the supply chain
 Extended producer responsibility. Products purchased from a manufacturer (producer) that
participates in an extended producer responsibility program or is directly responsible for extended
producer responsibility.
 Wood products. Wood products must be certified by the Forest Stewardship Council or USGBC-
approved equivalent.
 Materials reuse. Reuse includes salvaged, refurbished, or reused products.
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 Recycled content. Recycled content is the sum of postconsumer recycled content plus one-half
the preconsumer recycled content, based on cost.
 Bio-based products. Bio-based products must meet the Sustainable Agriculture Network’s
Sustainable Agriculture Standard. Bio-based raw materials must be tested using ASTM Test
Method D6866 and be legally harvested, as defined by the exporting and receiving country.
Exclude hide products, such as leather and other animal skin material.
Other:
 Low formaldehyde for composite wood. Built-in cabinetry and architectural millwork containing
composite woods must be constructed from materials documented to have low formaldehyde
emissions that meet the California Air Resources Board requirements for ultra-low-emitting
formaldehyde (ULEF) resins or no-added formaldehyde based resins. Salvaged and reused
architectural millwork more than one year old at the time of occupancy is considered compliant,
provided it meets the requirements for any site-applied paints, coatings, adhesives, and sealants.
 Low emissions of volatile organic compounds for products other than furniture: Products (thermal
and acoustic insulation, flooring materials and finishes, ceiling materials and finishes and wall
materials and finishes) must either be inherently nonemitting or be tested and determined
compliant in accordance with California Department of Public Health Standard Method v1.2–
2017, using the applicable exposure scenario. For products for school classrooms, the testing
should be performed using the classroom scenario, for all other products use the default private
office scenario. Both first-party and third-party statements of product compliance must follow the
guidelines in CDPH SM v1.2–2017, Section 8. Organizations that certify manufacturers’ claims
must be accredited under ISO Guide 65. Laboratories that conduct the tests must be accredited
under ISO/IEC 17025 for the test methods they use.
 VOC content for wet-applied products. In addition to meeting the requirements for low emissions
of volatile organic compounds (above), on-site wet-applied products must not contain excessive
levels of VOCs, for the health of the installers and other trades workers who are exposed to these
products. To demonstrate compliance, a product must meet the following requirements, as
applicable. Disclosure of VOC content must be made by the manufacturer. Any testing must
follow the test method specified in the applicable regulation.
o All paints and coatings wet-applied on site must meet the applicable VOC limits of the
California Air Resources Board (CARB) 2007, Suggested Control Measure (SCM) for
Architectural Coatings, or the South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD)
Rule 1113, effective June 3, 2011.
o All adhesives and sealants wet-applied on site must meet the applicable chemical
content requirements of SCAQMD Rule 1168, July 1, 2005, Adhesive and Sealant
Applications, as analyzed by the methods specified in Rule 1168. The provisions of
SCAQMD Rule 1168 do not apply to adhesives and sealants subject to state or federal
consumer product VOC regulations.
o If the applicable regulation requires subtraction of exempt compounds, any content of
intentionally added exempt compounds larger than 1% weight by mass (total exempt
compounds) must be disclosed.
o If a product cannot reasonably be tested as specified above, testing of VOC content must
comply with ASTM D2369-10; ISO 11890, part 1; ASTM D6886-03; or ISO 11890-2.
o For projects in North America, methylene chloride and perchloroethylene may not be
intentionally added in paints, coatings, adhesives, or sealants.
 Zero Waste Manufacturing: Products are made from manufacturers that have achieved
certification of their waste minimization during operations. Acceptable certifications include third-
party verified TRUE (zero waste certification) and UL Standard 2799.
Furniture specific requirements:

 Any of the optimization related attributes are applicable to furniture.
 Low emissions of volatile organic compounds for furniture: Low emissions of volatile organic
compounds. Products must have been tested, following ANSI/BIFMA Standard Method M7.1–
2011, and must comply with ANSI/BIFMA e3-2011 Furniture Sustainability Standard 7.6.2. For
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classroom furniture, use the standard school classroom model in CDPH Standard Method v1.2.
Salvaged and reused furniture more than one year old at the time of use is considered compliant,
provided it meets the requirements for any site-applied paints, coatings, adhesives, and sealants.
Option 3. Electronic Equipment (1 point)
For at least one month, track all electronic equipment purchases. Purchase at least 50%, by cost,
electronic equipment that meets at least one of the following criteria. In addition, create a phase-out plan
to replace remaining products with compliant equipment at the end of their useful life.
 EPEAT rating. The equipment must have a silver Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool
(EPEAT) rating or better.
 ENERGY STAR rating. If the equipment does not yet fall under the EPEAT rating systems, it must be
ENERGY STAR® qualified or performance equivalent for projects outside the U.S.
 Lamps. Lamps must contain no mercury (with equivalent energy efficiency as mercury containing
lamps) or have an average low mercury content of 25 picograms per lumen-hour or less.
Option 4. Food and Beverage (1 point)
For at least one month, track all food and beverages. Purchase at least 15%, by cost, of total combined
food and beverage purchases must meet at least one of the following criteria. Exclude wine, beer, and
liquor purchases from the credit calculations.
 Sustainable agriculture. The food or beverage must be labeled USDA Organic, Food Alliance
Certified, Rainforest Alliance Certified, Protected Harvest Certified, Fair Trade, or Marine
Stewardship Council’s Blue Eco-Label, or labeled with the European Community Organic
Production logo in accordance with Regulations (EC) No. 834/2007 and (EC) No. 889/2008.
 Local sourcing. The food or beverage must contain raw materials harvested and produced within
100 miles (160 kilometers) of the site.
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INDOOR ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY (EQ)
EQ PREREQUISITE: MINIMUM INDOOR AIR QUALITY
Required
EB:O+M
Intent
To contribute to the comfort and well-being of building occupants by establishing minimum standards for
indoor air quality (IAQ).
Requirements
EB:O+M, INTERIORS
Maintain the ventilation system equipment and associated components based on Table 8.2 of ASHRAE
62.1-2016. Include information on ventilation system operation and preventative maintenance in the
current facilities requirements and operations and maintenance plan required for compliance with EA
prerequisite Energy Efficiency Best Management Practices.
For spaces with mechanical exhaust, test and confirm proper operation of the exhaust systems as
outlined in the current facilities requirements and operations and maintenance plan
Ventilate the project spaces mechanically or naturally as follows:
For mechanically ventilated spaces, measure the total quantity of outdoor air delivered and verify the
results are within 10 percent of the rates outlined in the current facilities requirements and operations and
maintenance plan. Measurements shall quantify the amount of outdoor air for each air handling unit
serving the project. Measurements taken within five years prior to project submission are acceptable. The
rates must meet the following minimum requirements for each air handling unit:
In IP units:
Minimum outdoor air rate in cfm = 0.06 cfm/sf x gross building area (in sf) + people outdoor
air rate from Table 1 (cfm/person) x building occupancy
In SI units:
Minimum outdoor air rate in L/s = 0.3 L/s*m 2 x gross building area (in m 2) + people outdoor air
rate from Table 1 (L/s per person) x building occupancy
Table 1. People outdoor air rate

Occupancy category* People outdoor air rate
cfm per person L/s per person
Auditorium seating area 5 2.5
Libraries
Office space
Places of religious worship
Mall common areas 7.5 3.8
Museums
Classrooms 10 5
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Daycare
General manufacturing
Health club/aerobics 20 10
*For additional occupancy categories, see Table 6.2.2.1 of ASHRAE 62.1-2016
Alternatively, the rates may meet the Ventilation Rate Procedure outlined in Section 6.2 of ASHRAE 62.1
editions 2016, 2013, 2010, or 2007.
For naturally ventilated spaces, meet the minimum requirements in Table 2:
Table 2. Minimum opening location and size requirements for naturally ventilated spaces*
Opening type Location of opening Size of opening
Maximum distance from Minimum opening

operable openings** area***
Single side opening 2 x ceiling height 4% of floor area
Double side opening 5 x ceiling height 4% of floor area
Corner opening 5 x ceiling height (along a line 4% of floor area
drawn between the two
openings that are farthest
apart.; for floor area outside
line, comply with single side
opening)
*Adopted from Section 6.4.1 of ASHRAE 62.1-2016
**For ceilings that are increasing in height as distance from the openings is increased, the ceiling height
shall be determined as the average height of the ceiling within 6 m (20 ft) from the operable openings.
***If the window is covered with louvers, insect screens, or otherwise obstructed, the openable area must be
based on the free unobstructed area through the opening.
Multifamily
For all common areas in the building, meet requirements above.
For residential units, have an operable window in each bedroom with the total openable window area a
minimum of 4% of the room floor area or meet the following minimum requirements for the entire unit:
In IP units:
Minimum outdoor air rate in cfm = 0.03 cfm/sf x dwelling unit floor area (in sf) + 7.5
cfm/person x (number of bedrooms + 1)
In SI units:
Minimum outdoor air rate in L/s = 0.15 L/s*m2 x dwelling unit floor area (in m 2) + 7.5
cfm/person x (number of bedrooms + 1)
In each full bathroom, have either an exhaust fan that vents directly to the outdoors or an operable
window.
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EQ PREREQUISITE: ENVIRONMENTAL TOBACCO SMOKE CONTROL
Required
EB:O+M
Intent
To prevent or minimize exposure of building occupants, indoor surfaces, and ventilation air distribution
systems to environmental tobacco smoke.
Requirements
For this prerequisite smoking includes tobacco smoke, as well as smoke produced from the combustion
of cannabis and controlled substances and the emissions produced by electronic smoking devices.
EB:O+M
Prohibit smoking in the building.
Prohibit smoking outside the building except in designated smoking areas located at least 25 feet (7.5
meters) from all entries, outdoor air intakes, and operable windows. Also prohibit smoking outside the
property line in spaces used for business purposes.
Smoking does not have to be prohibited within 25 feet (7.5 meters) if the code explicitly prohibits it.
Communicate the no-smoking policy to occupants of the building and have in place provisions for
enforcement.
Residential only
Option 1. No Smoking
Meet the requirements above.
OR
Option 2. Compartmentalization of Smoking Areas

Prohibit smoking in all common areas of the building.
Prohibit smoking outside the building except in designated smoking areas located at least 25 feet (7.5
meters) from all entries, outdoor air intakes, and operable windows. Also prohibit smoking outside the
property line in spaces used for business purposes.
The prohibition must be communicated in building rental or lease agreements or condo or coop
association covenants and restrictions. Make provisions for enforcement.
If the requirement to prohibit smoking within 25 feet (7.5 meters) cannot be implemented because of
code, provide documentation of these regulations.
Each unit must be compartmentalized to prevent excessive leakage between units:
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 Weather-strip all exterior doors and operable windows in the residential units to minimize leakage
from outdoors.
 Weather-strip all doors leading from residential units into common hallways.
 Minimize uncontrolled pathways for the transfer of smoke and other indoor air pollutants between
residential units by sealing penetrations in the walls, ceilings, and floors and by sealing vertical
chases (including utility chases, garbage chutes, mail drops, and elevator shafts) adjacent to the
units.
 Demonstrate a maximum leakage of 0.50 cubic feet per minute per square foot (2.54 liters per
second per square meter) at 50 Pa of enclosure (i.e., all surfaces enclosing the apartment,
including exterior and party walls, floors, and ceilings) or establish a baseline and demonstrate a
30% improvement in leakage.
Schools
Prohibit smoking on site.
Signage must be posted at the property line indicating the no-smoking policy.
INTERIORS
Prohibit smoking in the project spaces.
Smoking must also be prohibited in all common areas used by the project occupants and any areas of the
building served by the same HVAC system as the project.
If smoking is permitted in other areas of the building, ensure that ETS cannot migrate into the project
spaces.
Communicate the no-smoking policy to occupants of the project and have in place provisions for
enforcement.
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EQ PREREQUISITE: GREEN CLEANING POLICY
Required
EB:O+M
Intent
To reduce levels of chemical, biological, and particulate contaminants that can compromise air quality,
human health, building finishes, building systems, and the environment.
Requirements
EB:O+M, INTERIORS
Operate the project using green cleaning best practices.
Option 1. In-House Green Cleaning Policy
Have in place a green cleaning policy for the green cleaning procedures, materials, and services that are
within the project and site management’s control. Include the following elements:
Performance Targets
 Use of cleaning products and materials that meet the green cleaning criteria in EQ Credit: Green
Cleaning
 Use of cleaning equipment that meets the criteria in EQ Credit: Green Cleaning
Goals and Strategies

 Standard operating procedures for effective cleaning of hard floors and carpets that will be
consistently used, managed, and audited.
 Provisions for addressing protection of building occupants during cleaning, including vulnerable
populations.
 Guidelines for selection and appropriate use of disinfectants and sanitizers.
 Guidelines for safe handling and storage of cleaning chemicals used in the building, including a
plan for managing hazardous spills and mishandling incidents.
 Strategies for reducing the toxicity of the chemicals used for laundry, ware washing, and other
cleaning activities.
 Strategies for conserving energy, water, and chemicals during cleaning.
 Strategies for promoting and improving hand hygiene.
Personnel
 Requirements for maintenance personnel including contingency planning to manage staffing
shortages under a variety of conditions to ensure that basic cleaning services are met and critical
cleaning needs are addressed. Include a process to obtain occupant and custodial staff input and
feedback after contingency plans are implemented.
 Timing and frequency of training for maintenance personnel in the hazards of use, disposal, and
recycling of cleaning chemicals, dispensing equipment, and packaging.
Option 2. Certified Cleaning Service
Clean the project with a cleaning service certified and in good standing under one of the following:
 Green Seal’s Environmental Standard for Commercial Cleaning Services (GS-42); or
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 International Sanitary Supply Association (ISSA) Cleaning Industry Management Standard for
Green Buildings (CIMS-GB); or
 Local equivalent for projects outside the U.S.
In addition, work with the cleaning contractor to create goals and strategies for conserving energy, water,
and chemicals during cleaning.
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EQ CREDITPREREQUISITE : INDOOR ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY PERFORMANCE
EB:O+M
8-20 points
 Existing Buildings: Operations + Maintenance (8-20 points)
Intent
To assess how well the building is performing for the occupants, in particular with regards to indoor air
quality and comfort.
Requirements
EB:O+M, INTERIORS
Conduct an occupant satisfaction survey and/or an indoor air quality evaluation.
For the occupant satisfaction survey, regular building occupants must be surveyed. The required number
of responses that must be received is outlined in Figure 1.
For the indoor air quality evaluation, test for any of the following contaminants:
Inorganic Contaminants:
o Carbon Monoxide (CO)
o Carbon Dioxide (CO2)
o Ozone (O3)
o PM2.5
Volatile Organic Compounds:
o Acetaldehyde (75-07-0)
o Benzene (71-43-2)
o Styrene (100-42-5)
o Toluene (108-88-3)
o Naphthalene (91-20-3)
o Dichlorobenzene (1,4-) (106-46-7)
o Xylenes-total (108-38-3, 95-47-6, and 106-42-3)
o Formaldehyde (50-00-0)
o Total volatile organic compounds (TVOC) (as defined in ISO 16000-6)
Points are awarded based on the results from the CO2 and TVOC measurements.
Take the indoor air measurements in locations representative of all occupied spaces, within the breathing
zone (between 3 and 6 feet (900 and 1800 millimeters) above the floor), during normal occupied hours,
under typical minimum ventilation conditions.
Conduct the survey at least once per year and calculate an occupant satisfaction score for the project.
Conduct at least one indoor air quality evaluation per year. Input measured contaminant levels and
calculate a CO2 score and TVOC score for the project.
Obtain a minimum human experience Score of 40. Additional points for this prerequisite are awarded for
human experience scores above 40, according to Table 1.
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The human experience score is based on three components which are weighted differently:
1. Occupant satisfaction score (50% weighting)
2. CO2 score (25% weighing)
3. TVOC score (25% weighting)
Table 1. LEED Points for Human Experience
Human Experience Score LEED Points

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48 10
53 11
58 12
63 13
68 14
73 15
78 16
83 17
88 18
93 19
98 20
Figure 1. Required Response Rate for Occupant satisfaction survey
Weighted Occupancy
Equation: Response rate= 100 * (0.25 / square root (occupancy / 500))
Occupant satisfaction score

The occupant satisfaction score rates the satisfaction occupants have with the building against
satisfaction of occupants of comparable LEED certified buildings.
The score is a value from 1-100 based on the project’s average occupant satisfaction level taking and the
variance in the occupant responses.
Occupant satisfaction score calculation

To calculate an occupant satisfaction score, the following data is required. All data is collected via the
occupant satisfaction survey. At least one survey every 365 days must be conducted:
1. Number of regular building occupants and visitors
2. For Hospitality projects, number of hotel or lodging guests
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3. Occupant satisfaction level (for each survey response)
The projects occupant satisfaction score is calculated by taking the average of the satisfaction levels for
each building occupant that completes the survey, and considering the variance in the responses, using
Equation 1.
Equation 1: Occupant satisfaction score = (Average occupant satisfaction level x 10) - variance
in occupant satisfaction level
CO2 score
The CO2 score rates the building’s CO2 levels against the industry benchmark level of 1000 ppm.
The score is a value from 1-100 based on the project’s average 95th percentile CO2 value.
CO2 score calculation

To calculate a CO2 score, the following data is required:
1. Measurement location
2. Date and time for each measurement
3. Measured CO2 concentration (ppm)
The 95th percentile value for each location (CO295th) is calculated. The 95th percentile is the CO2 value
where 95% of the data falls below.
An average CO295th value is calculated for the indoor environmental quality evaluation.
The project’s average CO295th value is then input into the CO2 scoring function (see Figure 2) to produce
a CO2 score for the project.
Figure 2. CO2 scoring function
The CO2 scoring function was developed based on the industry benchmark level of 1000 ppm.
TVOC score
The TVOC score rates the building’s TVOC levels against the industry benchmark level of 500 µg/m 3.
The score is a value from 1-100 based on the project’s maximum TVOC value.
TVOC score calculation

To calculate a TVOC score, the following data is required:
 Measurement location
 Measurement date(s)
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 Start and end time(s) for each measurement
 Measured TVOC concentration (µg/m3)
An average TVOC level (TVOCavg) is calculated for each location by averaging all of the TVOC
measurements taken at that location during the indoor air quality evaluation.
A maximum TVOC level (TVOCmax) is determined by taking the highest TVOCavg value for the indoor
environmental quality evaluation.
The project’s maximum TVOC level (TVOCmax) is then input into the TVOC scoring function to produce a
TVOC score for the project.
The TVOC scoring function was developed based on the LEED TVOC limit of 500 µg/m 3.
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EQ CREDIT: GREEN CLEANING
EB:O+M
1-3 points
Intent
To reduce levels of chemical, biological, and particulate contaminants, which can compromise human
health, building finishes and systems, and the environment, by implementing effective cleaning
procedures.
Requirements
EB:O+M, INTERIORS
Interiors projects may select up to three options to earn up to 3 points.
Option 1. Custodial Effectiveness Assessment
Perform routine inspection and monitoring of the facility’s green cleaning policy to verify that the specified
strategies are being used and to identify areas in need of improvement.
Additionally, conduct an annual audit in accordance with APPA Leadership in Educational Facilities’
Custodial Staffing Guidelines, or a local equivalent, to determine the appearance level of the facility. The
facility must score 2.5 or better.
OR
Option 2. Entryway Systems
Have in place permanent entryway systems at least 10 feet (3 meters) long in the primary direction of
travel to capture dirt and particulates entering the building at regularly used exterior entrances.
Acceptable entryway systems include permanently installed grates, grilles, slotted systems that allow for
cleaning underneath, rollout mats, and any other materials manufactured as entryway systems with equal
to or better performance. Maintain all on a weekly basis.
Warehouses & Distribution Centers only

Buildings are not required to provide entryway systems at doors leading from the exterior to the loading
dock/garage, but must provide them between these spaces and adjacent office areas.
Multifamily only
Common area entrances shall meet the requirements above. For residential units with a direct entrance
to the exterior, have in place a walk off mat.
OR
Option 3. Powered janitorial equipment
At least 40%, by cost, of all powered janitorial equipment (purchased, leased, or used by contractors)
used to clean the project meets the following criteria.
The equipment must have the following features:
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 safeguards, such as rollers or rubber bumpers, to avoid damage to building surfaces;
 ergonomic design to minimize vibration, noise, and user fatigue, as reported in the user manual in
accordance with ISO 5349-1 for arm vibrations, ISO 2631–1 for vibration to the whole body, and
ISO 11201 for sound pressure at operator’s ear; and
 as applicable, environmentally preferable batteries (e.g., gel, absorbent glass mat, lithium-ion)
except in applications requiring deep discharge and heavy loads where performance or battery
life is reduced by the use of sealed batteries.
 Vacuum cleaners must be certified by the Carpet and Rug Institute Seal of Approval/Green Label
Vacuum Program and operate with a maximum sound level of 70 dBA or less in accordance with
ISO 11201.
 Carpet extraction equipment, for restorative deep cleaning, must be certified by the Carpet and
Rug Institute's Seal of Approval Deep Cleaning Extractors and Seal of Approval Deep Cleaning
Systems program.
 Propane-powered floor equipment must have high-efficiency, low-emissions engines with
catalytic converters and mufflers that meet the California Air Resources Board or EPA standards
for the specific engine size and operate with a sound level of 90 dBA or less, in accordance with
ISO 11201.
 Automated scrubbing machines must be equipped with variable-speed feed pumps and either (1)
on-board chemical metering to optimize the use of cleaning fluids or (2) dilution control systems
for chemical refilling. Alternatively, scrubbing machines may use tap water only, with no added
cleaning products.
OR
Option 4. Cleaning products and materials
At least 75% of all cleaning products and materials, by cost must meet at least one of the following
standards. Compliance may be demonstrated via a product inventory or from total annual purchases.
Cleaning products must meet one or more of the following standards, or a local equivalent for projects
outside the U.S.:
 Green Seal GS-37, for general-purpose, bathroom, glass and carpet cleaners used for industrial
and institutional purposes;
 UL EcoLogo 2792 for cleaning and degreasing compounds;
 UL EcoLogo 2759 for hard-surface cleaners;
 UL EcoLogo 2795, for carpet and upholstery care;
 Green Seal GS-40, for industrial and institutional floor care products;
 UL EcoLogo 2777 for hard-floor care;
 EPA Safer Choice Standard; and/or
 Cleaning devices that use only ionized water or electrolyzed water and have third-party-verified
performance data equivalent to the other standards mentioned above (if the device is marketed
for antimicrobial cleaning, performance data must demonstrate antimicrobial performance
comparable to EPA Office of Pollution Prevention and Toxics and Design for the Environment
requirements, as appropriate for use patterns and marketing claims).
Disinfectants, metal polish, or other products not addressed by the above standards must meet one or
more of the following standards (or a local equivalent for projects outside the U.S.):
 UL EcoLogo 2798 for digestion additives for cleaning and odor control;
 UL EcoLogo 2791 for drain or grease trap additives;
 UL EcoLogo 2796 for odor control additives;
 Green Seal GS-52/53, for specialty cleaning products;
 California Code of Regulations maximum allowable VOC levels for the specific product category;
 EPA Safer Choice Standard; and/or
 Cleaning devices that use only ionized water or electrolyzed water and have third-party-verified
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performance data equivalent to the other standards mentioned above (if the device is marketed
for antimicrobial cleaning, performance data must demonstrate antimicrobial performance
comparable to EPA Office of Pollution Prevention and Toxics and Design for the Environment
requirements, as appropriate for use patterns and marketing claims).
Disposable janitorial paper products and trash bags must meet the minimum requirements of one or more
of the following programs, or a local equivalent for projects outside the U.S.:
 EPA comprehensive procurement guidelines, for janitorial paper;

 Green Seal GS-01, for tissue paper, paper towels and napkins;
 UL EcoLogo 175, for toilet tissue;
 UL EcoLogo 175, for hand towels
 Janitorial paper products derived from rapidly renewable resources or made from tree-free fibers;
 FSC certification, for fiber procurement;
 EPA comprehensive procurement guidelines, for plastic trash can liners; and/or
 California integrated waste management requirements, for plastic trash can liners (California
Code of Regulations Title 14, Chapter 4, Article 5, or SABRC 42290-42297 Recycled Content
Plastic Trash Bag Program).
Hand soaps and hand sanitizers must meet one or more of the following standards, or a local equivalent
for projects outside the U.S.:
 no antimicrobial agents (other than as a preservative) except where required by health codes and
other regulations (e.g., food service and health care requirements);
 Green Seal GS-41, for industrial and institutional hand cleaners;
 UL EcoLogo 2784 for hand cleaners and hand soaps;
 UL EcoLogo 2783 for hand sanitizers;
 EPA Safer Choice Standard.
For projects outside the U.S., any Type 1 eco-labeling program as defined by ISO 14024: 1999
developed by a member of the Global Ecolabelling Network may be used in lieu of Green Seal or UL
Ecolabel standards.
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EQ CREDIT: INTEGRATED PEST M ANAGEMENT
EB:O+M
1 point
 EB:O+M Interiors (1 point)
Intent
To minimize pest problems and exposure to pesticides.
Requirement
EB:O+M, INTERIORS
Option 1. In-house IPM program

Have in place an integrated pest management (IPM) plan for the building and grounds within the project
boundary. The IPM plan must include the following elements.
 Identification of an IPM team. Identify roles for building management, pest management
contractors, maintenance staff, and liaisons with building occupants.
 Provisions for identifying and monitoring pests. Specify inspections, pest population monitoring,
and a reporting system that allows occupants, maintenance staff, and others to report evidence of
pest infestations.
 Action thresholds for all pests likely encountered in the building. Also describe a process for
modifying action thresholds, if necessary, through active communication between occupants and
the IPM team.
 Nonchemical pest preventive measures, either designed into the structure or implemented as part
of pest management activities.
 Pest control methods to be used when action thresholds are exceeded. For each pest, list all
potential control methods considered and adopt the lowest-risk options, considering the risks to
the applicator, building occupants, and the environment. The plan must preferentially require
nonchemical approaches, with pesticides registered for the site applied only if those approaches
fail. Give preference to the use of least-risk pesticides based on inherent toxicity and exposure
potential. If a pesticide that is not in the least-risk category is selected, document the reason.
 A mechanism for documentation of inspection, monitoring, prevention, and control methods and
for evaluation of the effectiveness of the IPM plan. Specify the metrics by which performance will
be measured, and describe the quality assurance process to evaluate and verify successful
implementation of the plan.
 A strategy for communications between the IPM team and the building occupants (for schools,
faculty and staff). This strategy should include education about the IPM plan, participation in
problem solving, feedback mechanisms (e.g., a system for recording pest complaints), and
provision for notification of pesticide applications. At a minimum, the facility manager must notify
any building occupant or employee who requests it and post a sign at the application site, which
must remain in place for 24 hours prior to application. Notifications must include the pesticide
name, EPA registration number, treatment location, and date of application. Applications of least-
risk pesticides do not require notification. For an emergency application of a pesticide, anyone
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who requested notice must be notified within 24 hours of the application and given an explanation
of the emergency.
Option 2. Certified IPM service

Use an IPM service for the building and grounds within the project boundary that is certified and in good
standing with GreenPro, EcoWise, GreenShield, or local equivalent.
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INNOVATION (IN)
IN CREDIT: INNOVATION
EB:O+M
1 point
 EB:O+M Interiors (1 point)
Intent
To encourage projects to achieve exceptional or innovative performance. To encourage integration of

LEED expertise and collaboration toward project priorities.
Requirements
EB:O+M, INTERIORS
LEED Accredited Professional

At least one principal participant of the project team must be a LEED Accredited Professional (AP) with a
specialty in Operations and Maintenance.
AND
Innovation Strategy
Achieve significant, measurable environmental performance using a strategy not addressed in the rating
system, including prerequisites, base points, and strategies contributing to the scores within the five
performance categories.
Identify the following:

 the intent of the proposed innovation strategy;
 proposed requirements for compliance;
 submittals to demonstrate compliance and proposed metric(s) for tracking (if applicable); and
 the design approach or strategies used to meet the requirements.
Examples of strategies may be found in the Innovation Catalog.
OR
Pilot Credit
Register for, achieve, and submit a feedback survey for one eligible pilot credit from USGBC’s LEED Pilot
Credit Library.
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SUSTAINABLE SITES (SS) .............................................................................. 7

SS Credit: Heat Island Reduction ....................................................................................................... 8

SS Credit: Light Pollution Reduction ............................................................................................... 10

SS Credit: Site Management .............................................................................................................. 11

WATER EFFICIENCY (WE) ............................................................................ 12

ENERGY AND ATMOSPHERE ......................................................................... 15

EA Prerequisite: Fundamental Refrigerant Management ............................................................... 16

EA Prerequisite: Energy Performance ............................................................................................. 17

EA Credit: Enhanced Refrigerant Management .............................................................................. 21

EA Credit: Grid Harmonization.......................................................................................................... 23

MATERIALS AND RESOURCES (MR) .............................................................. 25

MR Prerequisite: Facility Maintenance and Renovation Policy ..................................................... 26

MR Prerequisite: Waste Performance .............................................................................................. 28

MR Credit: Purchasing ....................................................................................................................... 31

INDOOR ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY (EQ) ....................................................... 35

EQ Prerequisite: Environmental Tobacco Smoke Control ............................................................. 37

EQ Prerequisite: Green Cleaning Policy .......................................................................................... 39

EQ Prerequisite: Indoor Environmental Quality Performance ....................................................... 41

EQ Credit: Green Cleaning ................................................................................................................ 45

EQ Credit: Integrated Pest Management .......................................................................................... 48

INNOVATION (IN) ......................................................................................... 50

LT PREREQUISITE: TRANSPORTATION PERFORMANCE

To reduce pollution and land development effects from transportation.

Conduct a transportation survey of building occupants on their commute patterns.

The required number of responses that must be received is outlined in Figure 1.

Table 1. LEED Points for Transportation Performance Score

Transportation Performance Score LEED Points

Figure 1. Required Responses Rate for Survey

The Transportation Performance Score

Transportation Performance Score Calculation

2. For each occupant, CO2e is calculated using Equation 2:

Figure 2: Transportation scoring function

Average lbs. of CO2e per one-way trip per occupant

Area of Area of High- Area of

Use any combination of the following strategies.

Table 1. Minimum solar reflectance index value, by roof slope

Meet the requirements of one of the options below:

Option 1. Fixture Shielding

Option 2. Perimeter Measurements

To support water management and reduce water consumption.

Table 1. LEED Points for Water Performance

Water Performance Score LEED Points

Performance score calculation

Table 2. Operating hours adjustment factor

 a current sequence of operations for the building;

Do not use chlorofluorocarbon (CFC)-based refrigerants in heating, ventilating, air-conditioning, and

Cost of replacement or conversion

Table 1. LEED Points for GHG Emissions Score

GHG Emissions Score LEED Points

Table 2. LEED Points for Source Energy Score

Source Energy Score LEED Points

Table 3. LEED Points for Energy Performance Score

Energy Performance Score LEED Points

GHG emissions score

GHG emissions score calculation

To calculate a GHG emissions score, the following data is required:

Figure 1. Operating hours adjustment factor