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SIPs and
Green Building Programs
Energy Star
- The Energy Star program aims to reduce the carbon dioxide
emissions and energy consumption of electronics, appliances,
and even homes. According to the EPA, homes account for 15%
of energy consumption nationwide. New homes that demonstrate
a certain level of energy saving improvements earn the
Energy Star label. Building with SIPs can substantially cut
home energy consumption, making it easy to reach Energy Star
qualifications;
- An Energy Star
labeled home qualifies up to 34 Leadership in Energy and
Environmental Design (LEED) points under the Energy and
Atmosphere category.
Leadership
in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Programs:
Greenix Polyurethane
SIPs can earn points towards LEED certification for a
project
| LEED-H
(Pilot Program For Homes) |
| Energy
and Atmosphere (EA) Category: |
EA
2.2 Enhanced Insulation Credit |
| Materials
& Resources (MR) Category: |
MR
1.3 Material Efficient Framing Credit
MR
2.2 Regional Materials
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| LEED-NC
(New Construction) and LEED-CS (Core & Shell) |
| Energy
and Atmosphere (EA) Category: |
EA
Credit 1, Optimize Energy Performance |
| Materials
& Resources (MR) Category: |
MR
Credit 5.1, 5.2, Regional Materials |
| Innovation
in Design (ID) Category: |
ID
Credit 1-1.4, Innovation in Design |
Note:
LEED programs are an evolving process. At the time this was
written, the use of Greenix SIPs contribute to LEED
certification in the specified areas. In future, these
credits may change, (i.e., further inclusion of additional
credit points, etc.) It is recommended checking with the U.S.
Green Building Council's website
to ensure you have the latest rating system report.
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