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FAQ F-00125
Can I target a stepped point scale for the Reduced Peak Electricity Demand credit?

Yes, project teams may use the stepped scale outlined below for credit 23A Reduced Peak Electricity Demand - Performance Pathway within the Green Star - Communities v1 and v1.1 rating tool.

Project teams may target: 

  • 1 point where it is demonstrated that the project's predicted peak electricity demand has been reduced by 12.5% when compared to that of a reference project. 
  • 2 points where it is demonstrated that the project's predicted peak electricity demand has been reduced by 25% when compared to that of a reference project. 

Please note: there are no partial points awarded for this credit. 

All compliance requirements are as per the Submission Guidelines. 





Rating Tools

This FAQ is related to the following Rating Tools, Categories or Credits:

  • Green Star - Communities v1 / Economic Prosperity / 23 Peak Electricity Demand
  • Green Star - Communities v1.1 / Economic Prosperity / 23 Peak Electricity Demand


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