Rating System

LEED BD+C: New Construction, LEED O+M: Existing Buildings, LEED BD+C: Core and Shell, LEED BD+C: Schools

Rating System Version

v3 - LEED 2009, v3 - LEED 2008, v2 - Schools 2007, v2 - LEED 2.2, v2 - LEED 2.0

Inquiry

The credit calls for use of light-colored/high-albedo materials (reflectance of at least 0.3) for 30% of the site\'s non-roof impervious surfaces.\nWe are using a material called UNI Eco-Stone permeable paver that has been tested in Australia at a .27 reflectance value and we are using it for 42% of the non-roof impervious surface. The eco-stone also has a permeability of 12%. We would like to know if we qualify for the reflectivity value of this credit due to the fact that we are using it for more than the recommended 30% of the site\'s non-roof impervious surface. Please advise.