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<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2><SPAN class=570233000-06062001>We have been
involved locally with trying to use ASHRAE 90.1, both 1989 and 1999 as a metric
in new building design - i.e., `xx% better than code minimum' for both LEED
compliance and for a State buildings program. I know there are a number of
similar programs and initiatives throughout the country. </SPAN></FONT><FONT
face=Arial size=2><SPAN class=570233000-06062001>I am also slated to give a
presentation on "Issues Around Using ASHRAE 90.1-1999 as a Metric" at the ASHRAE
Annual meeting in June (Seminar 28). </SPAN></FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2><SPAN class=570233000-06062001>I'm looking for two
things - first what experiences have people had with `exceeding' the code
by x%? I've heard rumors that a reputable simulation firm said 35% can't be
done if you strictly interpret the code. LEED provides credit for 40% and 50%
improvements. We've been using a completely arbitrary target of 35%, which with
a little c o d e stretching seems to be obtainable. What is
realistic based on your experience?</SPAN></FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2><SPAN class=570233000-06062001>Second, I would like
to get some feedback on the whole `using 90.1 as a metric` issue that I might
include in my presentation to round it out a little. </SPAN></FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2><SPAN class=570233000-06062001>Any feedback would
be appreciated and of course I would credit anything I used in the Seminar.
</SPAN></FONT></DIV>
<P><FONT face=Arial size=2>Mark E. Case, P.E.</FONT> <BR><FONT face=Arial
size=2>etc Group, Inc.</FONT> </P>
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