What does the phrase "no program available" imply for the Demand Response credit?

The phrase "no program available" indicates that a project is not participating in any demand response program. In the context of the Demand Response credit under LEED BD+C, this situation typically results in a lower or no point allocation. When a project cannot demonstrate availability or participation in a recognized demand response program, it means the project has not contributed to the demand-side energy management needed to earn credit.

In this case, the implication is that the project can earn 1 point as a minimum acknowledgment of efforts, even without a program in place. This reflects a partial recognition that some strategies or measures may still be in place, but they do not reach the levels required for higher point values, thus resulting in the assignment of only 1 point for that criteria. This approach encourages project teams to continue exploring and pursuing demand response opportunities while acknowledging their current status.