Design Phase	Recommended Approach: Activities	Recommended Approach: Responsibilities
Construction into Occupancy	Develop a plan for implementing educational programs in the building, such as tours, informational kiosks on energy usage, or case studies.  See the OFS website for additional energy and resource efficiency programs.	Owner, OFS
Construction	This credit is part of the Construction submittal and should be submitted to the OFS at the end of the project.	OFS or LEED Consultant

Educational programs support the fifth Sustainability Principle, "Encouraging environmental inquiry and institutional learning throughout the university community." Informational kiosks support the sixth Principle by "Establishing indicators for sustainability that will enable monitoring reporting and continuous improvement."

 

 

LEED-NC Version 2.2

Per a CIR dated 9/24/01: "To take advantage of the educational value of the green building features of a project and to earn a LEED point, any approach should be ACTIVELY instructional. Two of the following three elements must be included in the educational program:

1) A comprehensive signage program built into the building's spaces to educate the occupants and visitors of the benefits of green buildings. The program may include windows to view energy-saving mechanical equipment or signs to call attention to water-conserving landscape features.

2) The development of a manual, guideline, or case study to inform the design of other buildings based on the successes of this project. This manual will be made available to the USGBC for sharing with other projects.

3) An educational outreach program or guided tour could be developed to focus on sustainable living, using the project as an example.

In writing, identify the intent of the proposed innovation credit, the proposed requirement for compliance, the proposed submittals to demonstrate compliance, and the design approach (strategies) that might be used to meet the requirements."

- LEED-NC Version 2.2 Reference Guide, page 391

 

LEED-NC Version 2.1

"Identify the intent of the proposed innovation credit, the proposed requirements for compliance, the proposed submittals to demonstrate compliance, and the design approach (strategies) that might be used to meet the requirements."

- LEED-NC Version 2.1 Reference Guide, page 313

 

LEED-NC Version 2.2

• "Provide the specific title for the ID credit being pursued.
• Provide a narrative statement of the Credit Intent.
• Provide a narrative statement describing the Credit Requirements.
• Provide a detailed narrative statement describing the Credit Requirements.
• Provide a detailed narrative describing the project's approach to achievement of the credit. This narrative should include a description of the quantifiable environmental benefits of the credit proposal.
• Provide copies of any specific construction drawings or exhibits that will serve to illustrate the project's approach to the credit. (Note: this may not be applicable to all ID credit proposals).

A separate set of submittals is required for each point pursued and no single strategy is eligible for more than one point. Four independent sustainability measures may be applied to ID credits."

- LEED-NC Version 2.2 Reference Guide, page 393

 

OFS Resource Efficiency Programs

Green Touchscreen - utility displays/educational kiosks

Lucid Design Group - utility displays/educational kiosks

Design Phase	Recommended Approach: Activities	Recommended Approach: Responsibilities
Design Development	Specify materials that can be easily cleaned, will last a long time, and are easily maintained.	Architect
Construction	The building manager should send out a Request for Proposals for a cleaning contract. Harvard's Facilities Maintenance Organization and Unicco offer Green Cleaning at no additional cost. See Green Cleaning at Harvard for further information.	Building Manager
Construction	This credit is part of the Construction submittal and should be submitted at the end of the project.	OFS or LEED Consultant
Occupancy	Train staff (and occupants as appropriate) on green cleaning products and procedures.	Cleaning Contractor

The intent of this credit is to encourage the sustainable operation and maintenance of buildings, to reduce exposure of building occupants and maintenance personnel to potentially hazardous chemical, biological and particle contaminants, which adversely impact air quality, health, building finishes, building systems, and the environment, to reduce deposition of contaminants in the buildings, and to reduce solid waste generation in building maintenance. Green cleaning decreases the production of waste and hazardous materials, both in Harvard's own operations and in those of its suppliers, a central tenet of the Harvard University Sustainability Principles.

Green cleaning promotes the health and safety of the university community and campus ecosystems, key elements of the second and third Sustainability Principles. Green Cleaning is a strategy that benefits more than the building occupants, bringing the benefits of sustainability to the whole community. Using less toxic chemicals is good not only for the faculty and students who occupy by the buildings, but in particular for the staff who clean them.

The Green Cleaning pilot at the Divinity FMO was an example of the fifth Harvard University Sustainability Principle: "Encouraging environmental inquiry and institutional learning throughout the university community." Administrative staff, custodial staff, alumnae, Divinity School students and staff and the Harvard Green Campus Initiative all were involved in identifying, testing and switching to Green Cleaning products and best practices.

Green cleaning promotes occupant and employee health, and consequently facilitates an increase in productivity.

LEED-NC Version 2.2

"Demonstrate that a comprehensive green cleaning/housekeeping program is in place with clear performance goals, including:

1. A statement of purpose describing the building’s green cleaning policy and the health and environmental benefits it hopes to achieve, focusing on cleaning chemicals and custodial training at a minimum.

2. A contractual requirement for operations staff to comply with the guidelines, including a written program for training and implementation.

3. Adherence to Green Seal standard GS-37 performance standards for all cleaning chemicals.

4. Documentation of the program’s housekeeping policies and environmental cleaning solution specifications, including a list of approved and prohibited chemicals and practices. Demonstrate that the products used in the project are non-hazardous, have a low environmental impact, and meet the criteria set forth in #3 above. Concentrated cleaning products should be utilized when available in order to reduce packaging waste."

- Source: Harvard Office for Sustainability

LEED for New Construction Version 2.2

"In writing, identify the intent of the proposed innovation credit, the proposed requirement for compliance, the proposed submittals to demonstrate compliance, and the design approach (strategies) that might be used to meet the requirements."

- LEED-NC Version 2.2 Reference Guide, page 391

 

LEED-NC Version 2.1

"Identify the intent of the proposed innovation credit, the proposed requirements for compliance, the proposed submittals to demonstrate compliance, and the design approach (strategies) that might be used to meet the requirements."

- LEED-NC Version 2.1 Reference Guide, page 313

Provide a copy of the low environmental impact cleaning policy adopted by your organization and signed by the building owner.

Provide a copy of the signed cleaning contract outlining chemical guidelines and staff training requirements. The contract should include language requiring adherence to Green Seal standard GS-37. The contract should also include a list of acceptable cleaning compounds to be used in the building.

- Source: Harvard Office for Sustainability

 

LEED-NC Version 2.2

• "Provide the specific title for the ID credit being pursued.
• Provide a narrative statement of the Credit Intent.
• Provide a narrative statement describing the Credit Requirements.
• Provide a detailed narrative statement describing the Credit Requirements.
• Provide a detailed narrative describing the project's approach to achievement of the credit. This narrative should include a description of the quantifiable environmental benefits of the credit proposal.
• Provide copies of any specific construction drawings or exhibits that will serve to illustrate the project's approach to the credit. (Note: this may not be applicable to all ID credit proposals).

A separate set of submittals is required for each point pursued and no single strategy is eligible for more than one point. Four independent sustainability measures may be applied to ID credits."

- LEED-NC Version 2.2 Reference Guide, page 393

Harvard Facilities Maintenance Operations (FMO)

Green Cleaning at Harvard Medical School

Green Cleaning UNICCO article

Green Seal

Design Phase	Recommended Approach: Activities	Recommended Approach: Responsibilities
Construction/Occupancy	Harvard affiliates have access to commuter pass discounts through Commuter Choice.	OFS
Construction	This credit is part of the Construction submittal and should be submitted to the USGBC at the end of the project.	OFS or LEED Consultant

Harvard's Commuter Choice program supports the first Sustainability Principle, "Demonstrating institutional practices that promote sustainability, including measures to increase efficiency and use of renewable resources, and to decrease production of waste and hazardous materials, both in Harvard’s own operations and in those of its suppliers," by encouraging affiliates to use public transportation.

LEED-NC Version 2.2

"Achieve SSc4.1, 4.2, and 4.4. Possible strategies include active use of a regional carpool database, a guaranteed ride home program for carpoolers, transit trip planning assistance, subsidizing regional transit passes, Amtrak tickets, and bicycle purchases. See the CIR dated 5/9/2003 for complete information.

In writing, identify the intent of the proposed innovation credit, the proposed requirement for compliance, the proposed submittals to demonstrate compliance, and the design approach (strategies) that might be used to meet the requirements."

- LEED-NC Version 2.2 Reference Guide, page 391

 

LEED-NC Version 2.1

"Identify the intent of the proposed innovation credit, the proposed requirements for compliance, the proposed submittals to demonstrate compliance, and the design approach (strategies) that might be used to meet the requirements."

- LEED-NC Version 2.1 Reference Guide, page 313

 

LEED-NC Version 2.2

• "Provide the specific title for the ID credit being pursued.
• Provide a narrative statement of the Credit Intent.
• Provide a narrative statement describing the Credit Requirements.
• Provide a detailed narrative statement describing the Credit Requirements.
• Provide a detailed narrative describing the project's approach to achievement of the credit. This narrative should include a description of the quantifiable environmental benefits of the credit proposal.
• Provide copies of any specific construction drawings or exhibits that will serve to illustrate the project's approach to the credit. (Note: this may not be applicable to all ID credit proposals).

A separate set of submittals is required for each point pursued and no single strategy is eligible for more than one point. Four independent sustainability measures may be applied to ID credits."

- LEED-NC Version 2.2 Reference Guide, page 393

 

CIR dated 5/9/2003

Harvard Commuter Choice Program

Design Phase	Recommended Approach: Activities	Recommended Approach: Responsibilities
Budget Planning to Construction Documents	RECs can be purchased for 100% of the project's energy use for at least 2 years, through Harvard's Sterling Planet contract. See Energy & Atmosphere Credit 6 for details.	OFS
Construction Documents	This credit is part of the Design Submittal and should be submitted to the USGBC after Construction Documents are complete.	OFS

RECs are a tool used to “green” the electric grid by stimulating the installation of new renewable electric generation. 

Purchasing RECs add minimal cost.

LEED-NC Version 2.2

Purchase RECs for 100% of the project's projected energy use (using results of the energy model per EAc1) for a period of at least 2 years.

"In writing, identify the intent of the proposed innovation credit, the proposed requirement for compliance, the proposed submittals to demonstrate compliance, and the design approach (strategies) that might be used to meet the requirements."

- LEED-NC Version 2.2 Reference Guide, page 391

 

LEED-NC Version 2.1

"Identify the intent of the proposed innovation credit, the proposed requirements for compliance, the proposed submittals to demonstrate compliance, and the design approach (strategies) that might be used to meet the requirements."

- LEED-NC Version 2.1 Reference Guide, page 313

 

LEED-NC Version 2.2

• "Provide the specific title for the ID credit being pursued.
• Provide a narrative statement of the Credit Intent.
• Provide a narrative statement describing the Credit Requirements.
• Provide a detailed narrative statement describing the Credit Requirements.
• Provide a detailed narrative describing the project's approach to achievement of the credit. This narrative should include a description of the quantifiable environmental benefits of the credit proposal.
• Provide copies of any specific construction drawings or exhibits that will serve to illustrate the project's approach to the credit. (Note: this may not be applicable to all ID credit proposals).

A separate set of submittals is required for each point pursued and no single strategy is eligible for more than one point. Four independent sustainability measures may be applied to ID credits."

- LEED-NC Version 2.2 Reference Guide, page 393

 

Sterling Planet

See MRc2.1-2.2 Roadmap and MRc2.1-2.2 for more information.

An Innovation and Design point is available for projects that divert over 95% of construction waste from landfills. This has been achieved by several projects at Harvard.

 

LEED-NC Version 2.2

Divert at least 95% of construction waste from landfills.

"In writing, identify the intent of the proposed innovation credit, the proposed requirement for compliance, the proposed submittals to demonstrate compliance, and the design approach (strategies) that might be used to meet the requirements."

- LEED-NC Version 2.2 Reference Guide, page 391

 

LEED-NC Version 2.1

"Identify the intent of the proposed innovation credit, the proposed requirements for compliance, the proposed submittals to demonstrate compliance, and the design approach (strategies) that might be used to meet the requirements."

- LEED-NC Version 2.1 Reference Guide, page 313

 

LEED-NC Version 2.2

• "Provide the specific title for the ID credit being pursued.
• Provide a narrative statement of the Credit Intent.
• Provide a narrative statement describing the Credit Requirements.
• Provide a detailed narrative statement describing the Credit Requirements.
• Provide a detailed narrative describing the project's approach to achievement of the credit. This narrative should include a description of the quantifiable environmental benefits of the credit proposal.
• Provide copies of any specific construction drawings or exhibits that will serve to illustrate the project's approach to the credit. (Note: this may not be applicable to all ID credit proposals).

A separate set of submittals is required for each point pursued and no single strategy is eligible for more than one point. Four independent sustainability measures may be applied to ID credits."

- LEED-NC Version 2.2 Reference Guide, page 393

Institution Recycling Network

See MRc5.1-5.2 Roadmap and MRc5.1-5.2 for more information.

An Innovation and Design credit is available for projects achieving over 40% (by cost) of local/regional materials. See MRc5: Regional Materials for details.

 

LEED-NC Version 2.2

Use at least 40% (by cost) locally/regionally extracted, processed and manufactured (within 100 miles of project site) materials.

"In writing, identify the intent of the proposed innovation credit, the proposed requirement for compliance, the proposed submittals to demonstrate compliance, and the design approach (strategies) that might be used to meet the requirements."

- LEED-NC Version 2.2 Reference Guide, page 391

 

LEED-NC Version 2.1

"Identify the intent of the proposed innovation credit, the proposed requirements for compliance, the proposed submittals to demonstrate compliance, and the design approach (strategies) that might be used to meet the requirements."

- LEED-NC Version 2.1 Reference Guide, page 313

 

LEED-NC Version 2.2

 

• "Provide the specific title for the ID credit being pursued.
• Provide a narrative statement of the Credit Intent.
• Provide a narrative statement describing the Credit Requirements.
• Provide a detailed narrative statement describing the Credit Requirements.
• Provide a detailed narrative describing the project's approach to achievement of the credit. This narrative should include a description of the quantifiable environmental benefits of the credit proposal.
• Provide copies of any specific construction drawings or exhibits that will serve to illustrate the project's approach to the credit. (Note: this may not be applicable to all ID credit proposals).

A separate set of submittals is required for each point pursued and no single strategy is eligible for more than one point. Four independent sustainability measures may be applied to ID credits."

- LEED-NC Version 2.2 Reference Guide, page 393

Materials Tracking Sheet

Materials Submittal Cover Sheet

Design Phase	Recommended Approach: Activities	Recommended Approach: Responsibilities
Conceptual/Schematic	Include convenient and appropriately sized recycling collection locations. Design for easy collection of compostable kitchen waste.	Architect
Construction	This credit is a Construction Submittal and should be submitted to the USGBC at the end of the project.	Building Manager
Occupancy	Provide convenient "owner-provided" individual recycling collection containers for common recyclables (paper, cans, bottles, etc.) as well as centrally located containers for less common materials (batteries, printer cartridges, cardboard boxes, etc.).	Building Manager
Occupancy	Work with Harvard Office for Sustainability recycling coordinators to participate in ongoing campus-wide recycling initiatives.	OFS/Owner

See MRp1 for more information.

LEED-NC Version 2.2

Per a CIR dated 9/6/2005, in addition to the doubling of the Prerequisite 1 minimum materials benchmark (by weight, volume or recycling rate), an overall campus-wide recycling rate of 40% must be achieved in order to qualify for the point (40% is taken from LEED-EB MRc5).

• "Provide the specific title for the ID credit being pursued.
• Provide a narrative statement of the Credit Intent.
• Provide a narrative statement describing the Credit Requirements.
• Provide a detailed narrative statement describing the Credit Requirements.
• Provide a detailed narrative describing the project's approach to achievement of the credit. This narrative should include a description of the quantifiable environmental benefits of the credit proposal.
• Provide copies of any specific construction drawings or exhibits that will serve to illustrate the project's approach to the credit. (Note: this may not be applicable to all ID credit proposals).

A separate set of submittals is required for each point pursued and no single strategy is eligible for more than one point. Four independent sustainability measures may be applied to ID credits."

- LEED-NC Version 2.2 Reference Guide, page 393

 

Recycling at Harvard

OFS Resource Efficiency Program

Design Phase	Recommended Approach: Activities	Recommended Approach: Responsibilities
Pre-Design	Ensure that a minimum of one team member is a LEED Accredited Professional.	Project Team
Construction	This credit is part of the Construction submittal.	OFS or LEED Consultant

The purpose of this ID credit is to facilitate and streamline the LEED documentation process, while encouraging knowledge of the LEED system by at least one project team member.

 

LEED-NC Version 2.2

See updated Credit Interpretation Rulings issued by the U.S. Green Building Council.

"At least one principal participant of the project team shall be a LEED Accredited Professional (LEED AP)."

- LEED-NC Version 2.2 Reference Guide, page 395

 

 

LEED-NC Version 2.2

• "Provide the name of the LEED AP.
• Provide the name of the LEED AP's company.
• Provide a brief description of the LEED AP's project role(s).
• Provide a copy of the LEED AP certificate."

- LEED-NC Version 2.2 Reference Guide, page 396

 

USGBC LEED AP