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BEAM PLUS FORN EW BUILDINGS
VERSION 1.2 F RAMEWORK
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E U 3
1 credit for demonstrating the embodied energy in the major elements of the
uilding structure of the assessed building has been studied through a Life Cycle
ssessment (LCA).
None.
1
1 BONUS credit for demonstrating the major materials with low embodied energy
are used in the project utilizing the LCA results. 1B
E U 4 VENTILATION S YSTEMS IN
CAR PARKS
1 credit for ventilation systems that will consume less electricity than those
meeting the zero credit requirements (baseline) by 20% or more.
2 credits where the consumption is reduced by 25% or more.
Buildings without
carpark or carpark area
less than 10% CFA.
2
E U 5 LIGHTING SYSTEM IN CAR
PARKS
1 credit for using lamps and, where applicable, ballasts that will consume less
electricity than those meeting the zero-credit requirements by 20% or more.
2 credits where the consumption is reduced by 25% or more.
Buildings without
carpark or carpark area
less than 10% CFA.
2
E U 6
1 to 5 credits where 0.5% to 2.5% or more of building energy consumption is
obtained from renewable energy sources.
None.
5 lternatively,
1 to 5 credits where the minimum percentage of 20% to 100% of the building
footprint is being covered/used by PV panels respectively and/or other renewable
power facility generation equivalent renewable power output.
E U 7
1 credit for complying with the recommended installation positions for air-
conditioning units with regard to internal spaces; complying with the minimum
width of any external recess with regard to heat rejection; and complying with the
items listed in the assessment checklist.
Buildings not using
window and/or split-type
air-conditioners.
1
E U 8 credit for providing suitable clothes drying facilities which utilise the natural
environment for all residential units.
Buildings other than
residential buildings.
1
E U 9
1 credit when 60% of total rated power of appliances and equipment are certified
nergy efficient products.
2 credits when 80% of total rated power of appliances and equipment are
certified energy efficient products.
Buildings where
appliances are not
provided by the
developer.
2