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<p class=MsoNormal>Based on a LEED CIR dated 4/25/2007 (see below) domestic hot
water savings cannot be claimed for the use of low-flow plumbing fixtures, even
though Appendix G addendum a specifically states that credit may be taken through
calculations. Have there been any changes to LEED review
methodology since this CIR was released that allows credit to be taken? Previously
we have taken credit for low-flow fixtures and it has been accepted by the
reviewer, but have recently come across this CIR which seems to state
otherwise.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal>The reasoning behind not allowing it doesn’t make a
whole lot of sense. Water efficiency and energy efficiency are two
separate animals, and getting credits under WEc3 Water Use Reduction does not
equate to getting energy efficiency credit under EAc1. It’s not
like this would be the first time LEED has allowed double dipping (EAc2 Renewable
Energy is allowed to be used under EAc1 as well).<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal>Is there a legitimate way to take credit for the energy
reduction of low-flow fixtures for LEED?<o:p></o:p></p>
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