PSI CREDIT 3: CARBON EMISSIONS REDUCTION
1 POINT
INTENT
To demonstrate leadership in addressing climate change and to reduce
carbon emissions in the region.
REQUIREMENTS
Purchase carbon offsets (1
point).
Calculations should take into account both impacts of development as
well as operations. Purchase of carbon offsets can help achieve
emission reductions by supporting projects elsewhere, such as wind
farms, solar installations, energy efficiency projects, and/or
reforestation projects.
OR
Reduce carbon emissions by at least 50% either on or off-site. (1 point)
Exceptional performance points will be rewarded if the project reduces
carbon emissions at 100% for three years.
Reductions in carbon emissions can be achieved by, but are not limited
to: use of bio-fuels in diesel vehicles, purchasing hybrid or electric
vehicles, providing access to renewable energy to residents,
comprehensive recycling and composting programs, following LEED Silver
or higher building guidelines.
Any offsets against operation impacts should be backed by a contract.
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