Net Zero Emissions certifications Sample Clauses
The Net Zero Emissions certifications clause establishes requirements for parties to obtain and maintain certifications verifying that their operations or products achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions. Typically, this clause outlines the recognized standards or certifying bodies that must be used, the frequency of certification renewals, and the documentation required to demonstrate compliance. Its core function is to ensure environmental accountability and transparency, helping to verify that sustainability commitments are met and reducing the risk of greenwashing.
Net Zero Emissions certifications. (post-Occupation Certificate)
4.1 The Developer and Landowner must provide evidence to the City of the achievement of the Net Zero Emissions requirements, including:
(a) where a ▇▇▇▇▇▇ certification was proposed:
(i) evidence that the ▇▇▇▇▇▇ rating has been achieved;
(ii) a copy of the Energy Efficient Review; and
(iii) a copy of 12 months of sub-metering data for energy and water that informed the ▇▇▇▇▇▇ rating;
(b) where a Green Star Buildings rating was proposed, evidence that the Green Star Buildings rating has been achieved;
(c) where a maximum of 45 kWh/yr/m2 of GFA was proposed, consumption data that demonstrates that the usage level was not exceeded; and
(d) documentation to confirm the renewable energy procurement requirement.
4.2 The Developer and Landowner must provide evidence to the City of the achievement of 4 star ▇▇▇▇▇▇ water rating for the commercial and retail premises by way of a third party verification statement.