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Energy and Atmosphere Credit

EAc5

New Construction (1–4 points) Core and Shell (1–3 points)

To further ensure that the building systems function as designed, and that they continue to maintain energy performance over time.

Achievement Pathways	Points
New Construction	1–4
Option 1. Enhanced Commissioning	1–3
Path 1. Enhanced Commissioning for MEP Systems	2
AND/OR
Path 2. Enhanced Commissioning for Building Enclosure	1
AND/OR
Option 2. Monitoring-Based Commissioning (MBCx)	1–2
Path 1. Basic Software	1
OR
Path 2. Enhanced Software	2

Option 1. Enhanced Commissioning (1–3 points)

Owner must designate an independent commissioning provider (CxP) during predesign or very early in the design phase.

PATH 1. ENHANCED COMMISSIONING FOR MEP SYSTEMS (2 POINTS)

Comply with ANSI/ASHRAE/IES Standard 202-2024, Commissioning Process, for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, control, data center, process, building monitoring, and renewable energy systems.
Comply with the following additional requirements:

o During the design phase, attend at least two coordination/design meetings to discuss

review comments and commissioning.

o Prior to or during occupancy, review the training materials to confirm that they meet

the training plan, and confirm that the training occurred.

AND/OR

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