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Energy and Atmosphere Prerequisite
FUNDAMENTAL REFRIGERANT MANAGEMENT
EAp5
REQUIRED
INTENT
To reduce GHG emissions from refrigerants by accelerating the phaseout of refrigerants with high global warming potential (GWP) and by reducing refrigerant leakage.
REQUIREMENTS
| Achievement pathways | Points |
|---|---|
Commercial Interiors | N/A |
Option 1. No Refrigerants | |
OR | OR |
Option 2. Refrigerants | Option 2. Refrigerants |
Option 1. No Refrigerants
Do not use refrigerants in the project.
OR
Option 2. Refrigerants
Meet the following requirements for refrigerant-containing equipment installed, replaced, or altered in the project scope of work:
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Complete refrigerant inventory : Complete an inventory of the refrigerant-containing equipment installed within the project scope of work and any existing equipment under control of the tenant. The inventory shall include the refrigerant type, GWP, amounts of refrigerants contained in each, and the total GWP of all refrigerants.
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Do not use hydrochlorofluorocarbon (HCFC) refrigerants in new equipment.
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Evaluate available alternatives during the design process for any refrigerants with GWP
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Leak check and repair. Prior to substantial completion, check both new and existing refrigerant-containing equipment for refrigerant leaks and repair all leaks identified. For systems with field-assembled joints, perform a leak check, vacuum check, and pressure check prior to charging with refrigerant.
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