LEED Mock Exam 1
A development team bought a brownstone house. What would be the best way to select windows? Reuse the existing structures old windows Select only triple glazed windows Consider the embodied energy of windows when purchasing replacements Buy old windows
Consider the embodied energy of windows when purchasing replacements
The USGBC requires reporting different building parameters at least every 5 years to increase transparency, as well as to: Reduce life-cycle costs Decrease the energy use intensity of the building Contribute to knowledge that will advance research in the future Reduce future project initial costs
Contribute to knowledge that will advance research in the future
Cork ceiling tiles have the ability to be recycled and completely reused for flooring at the end of their life. Which term describes this approach? Cradle to gate Cradle to cradle Passive Sustainable product Rapidly renewable
Cradle to cradle
LEED is developed through a consensus-based approach and evolves every few years. What is each LEED rating system composed of? Impact categories 3rd party standards A mandatory code Credit categories Voluntary prerequisites
Credit categories
The greatest threat to global warming potential is presented by which group of refrigerants? HCFCs (HydroChloroFluoroCarbons) CFCs (ChloroFluoroCarbons) CFC-500 (ChloroFluoroCarbons) HFCs (HydroFluoroCarbons)
HFCs (HydroFluoroCarbons)
A facility manager is looking for information on how to improve IAQ throughout the life of the building. Which of the following strategies will support this goal? Outlining green cleaning procedures and goals for custodians Locating air intakes away from garages and automobile exhaust Full building flush-out and indoor air quality testing prior to occupancy Selecting materials with low VOC and off gassing potential only
Outlining green cleaning procedures and goals for custodians
LeadingGreen just signed a contract with the City of Toronto that allows the company to work out of an historic building. How can the city achieve carbon neutrality for the building? Purchase RECs equivalent to the total cost of annual energy consumption Cover the building with solar panels Use a combination of solar thermal and solar panels Purchase carbon offsets Participate in a demand response program
Purchase carbon offsets
A municipality has been losing a lot of tourism due to its coal power plant and the detrimental environmental effects associated with it. What can the city use to financially incentivize a developer to develop green buildings? (CHOOSE 3) Tax credits Revolving loan funds Fee waivers Increases in allowable building height Increases in the floor-area ratio Increases in the allowable density
Tax credits Revolving loan funds Fee waivers
What does not affect a project's certification fees? The amount of LEED credits pursued The amount of LEED MPRs pursued Review path for submittals The amount of LEED prerequisites pursued
The amount of LEED credits pursued
Evaluation of the economic performance of a product over its life-cycle is useful in determining using which procedure? Life-cycle assessment Life-cycle costing Triple bottom line accounting Cradle to cradle assessment
Life-cycle costing
A project is attempting to meet the EQ credit for enhanced air quality. Which of the following would be well suited for an entryway system? Stone tiles extracted and manufactured on-site from construction and demolition debris Carpeted tiles shipped from overseas Bamboo floor made in another country Low VOC rubber mat
Low VOC rubber mat
A LEED consultant is reviewing project site plans and documentation prior to submitting the project for review. What has the lowest priority in building design? Plumbing codes Building codes LEED rating system Fire protection codes
LEED rating system
Production of CFCs are banned under the Montreal protocol and HCFCs will be phased out by when? 2030 2020 1995 2015 1992
2030
A LEED consultant is reviewing calculations required to manage rainwater and reduce irrigation needs on the site. What information is required? Evaporation rates in the sky Occupancy counts Location of drip irrigation system Precipitation data Size of high SRI roof
Precipitation data
Energy use intensity is metric of how much energy (kWh) a building uses per area (SF). Green buildings generally have how much of a lower energy use intensity than typical buildings? 16% 24% 8% 20%
24%
Transportation is the second largest contributor of global greenhouse gases at what percentage? 10% 2% 40% 25% 50%
25%
Adaptive reuse, selecting to build infill, and regenerative design are all items encouraged in LEED and green building in general. What is an example of regenerative design? A net-zero certified energy building A project with a community garden and recycling program A living building challenge certified building A building that generates electricity and sends the excess to the grid A building that treats all of its waste water on-site
A building that generates electricity and sends the excess to the grid
If a manufacturing company recycles used orange juice cartons for flooring, what would this result in? (CHOOSE 2) A carpet that is more durable than conventional carpets A carpet that contains post-consumer recycled content A carpet that has lower life-cycle costs than conventional carpets A carpet that has higher life-cycle costs than conventional carpets A reduced need for virgin materials
A carpet that contains post-consumer recycled content A reduced need for virgin materials
Open space can contribute to many credits in multiple credit categories. Select the example of quality open space: A storm water retention basin An urban garden adjacent to the project A jogging trail around a natural wetland Neighbouring fields of native vegetation A private courtyard
A jogging trail around a natural wetland
Parking footprints are large contributors to the Heat Island Effect. What is an example of a local ordinance? A law usually found in a municipal code A strategy for reducing the Heat Island Effect A recommendation on how to zone for energy modeling A regulation imposed to promote orderly development of private lands and prevent land-use conflicts
A law usually found in a municipal code
There are many new alternative compliant paths (ACPs) in LEED v4. Which of the following is an ACP for the International Green Construction Code (IgCC) for an entire building? ASHRAE 189.1 ASHRAE 90.1 ASHRAE 62.1 ASHRAE 55
ASHRAE 189.1
Which of the following decreases as a project's timeline progresses? Risk of litigation Ability to control costs Cost of design changes Cost of renewable technologies
Ability to control costs
There is a prerequisite for LEED BD+C projects in Sustainable Sites that ensures the environment is protected by: (CHOOSE 3) Ozone protection Reduction of scope 2 emissions Airborne dust Soil erosion Potable water consumption Waterway sedimentation Reduction of scope 1 emissions
Airborne dust Soil erosion Waterway sedimentation
The Location and Transportation credit category awards points for selecting a site within a walkable proximity to a number of "diverse uses". Which is not a "diverse use"? A public park A grocery store A barber shop An automated teller machine A police station
An automated teller machine
Which LEED rating system has precertification? LEED BD+C: Schools LEED ID+C: Commercial Interiors LEED O+M: Existing Buildings LEED BD+C: New Construction LEED BD+C: Core and Shell
LEED BD+C: Core and Shell
A new building is being constructed in the hot climate of Mexico City. The green building design includes a vegetative roof and an air-tight envelope to reduce air changes per hour and increase building efficiency. What will need to be considered due to this design? Bringing in additional fresh air for indoor air quality If the building has extensive glazing cooling loads will increase The lack of daylighting due to schematic design Noise and vibrations due to air-tight envelope ISO 14000 standards
Bringing in additional fresh air for indoor air quality
Which of the following LEED Impact Categories aims at supporting local economies and strengthening the green building industry through supply chain support? GHG Emissions Reduction from Materials and Water Embodied Energy Use Build a Greener Economy Protect, Enhance and Restore Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services Reverse Contribution to Global Climate Change Enhance Human Health and Well-Being
Build a Greener Economy
In LEED v4, credits have been streamlined and numerous standards have been introduced in the Materials and Resources Category. Which group of credits is Environmental Product Declarations under? Construction and Demolition Waste Management Storage and Collection of Recyclables Building Life-Cycle Impact Reduction Building Product Disclosure and Optimization
Building Product Disclosure and Optimization
Which strategy can the project team suggest if the building owner wants to maintain ongoing energy efficiency and performance? Enhanced refrigerant management Retrocommissioning Enhanced commissioning Building automation systems
Building automation systems
How can an infill site positively affect the economic side of the triple bottom line? By reducing infrastructure costs By increasing grid reliability through demand response programs and thus lowering operational fees By increasing the availability of conventional grid source energy By permitting additional renewable energy access
By reducing infrastructure costs
A project has reduced its water consumptions by 65% from EPA's baseline. The owner can now ensure a healthy work environment by monitoring 2 of the following: (CHOOSE 2) Submetering of the HVAC system Wind speed and direction Carbon dioxide levels Water metering of subsystems Outdoor airflow Building-level water metering
Carbon dioxide levels Outdoor airflow
LeadingGreen wants to establish green building goals across the entire design while using stakeholders' expertise. What workshop helps achieve this? Integrative Process workshop Technical Team workshop Facility and Engineering workshop Charrette LEED Round Table
Charrette
Who is the stakeholder on a project team responsible for verifying the performance and testing of building systems? Owner Building Engineer LEED Fellow Green Rater Commissioning Authority
Commissioning Authority
A project team has decided to take an integrative approach for the design and construction of their new office project. The success of an integrated project team is reliant on: Commitment to the sustainability goals Building codes Meeting the project schedule The choice of materials used
Commitment to the sustainability goals
An integrated project team is reliant on: Building codes The choice of materials used Meeting the project schedule Commitment to the sustainability goals
Commitment to the sustainability goals
A developer has selected to construct their headquarters beside a protected wetland. The goals of the project are to reduce energy consumption, mitigate the Heat Island Effect, ensure the buildings occupants will be healthy, and protect the wetland's habitat. How can the developer accomplish this? Ensure maximum project durability Source strictly locally extracted and manufactured materials Implement xeriscaping and use no potable water for irrigation Lease renewable energy from a neighbouring wind turbine farm Complete a site assessment in the integrative process
Complete a site assessment in the integrative process
A company is looking at passive and mechanical methods of lowering the building's energy load, such as: Installing a PV array on its roof Purchasing RECs Configuring the building to minimize solar gain in summer and maximize it in winter Decreasing thermal massing
Configuring the building to minimize solar gain in summer and maximize it in winter
The existing TD office towers in downtown Toronto, which were constructed with single-pane windows, is retrofitted to include double-pane glass. This can lead to: Increased energy efficiency Decreased daylight Increased thermal control Decreased energy demand Increased views
Decreased energy demand
Which of the following is not from a source of alternative or renewable energy? Demand response Green power Carbon offsets Renewable energy production
Demand response
An extermination company is going out of business because building owners are reducing the need for pesticides by: Planting only native/adaptive species 2 feet away from the building footprint Ensuring SMACNA guidelines are followed Installing pervious pavement 2 feet around the building perimeter Developing a coordinated program of nonchemical strategies
Developing a coordinated program of nonchemical strategies
The LEED rating systems are updated on a regular development cycle. What are the basic types of improvements that keep the rating systems current? (Choose 3) Development of Addendas to supplement the rating systems Maintenance of the current versions of the rating systems Major updates to provide the next versions of the rating systems Clarification of LEED Interpretations Reference to/inclusion of items addressed through previous Credit Interpretation Rulings (CIRs) Incorporation of LEED Pilot Credits into the rating systems, where relevant
Development of Addendas to supplement the rating systems Maintenance of the current versions of the rating systems Major updates to provide the next versions of the rating systems
A manufacturing company is trying to determine if its roofing shingles comply with LEED requirements. Which factors help in this? (CHOOSE 2) Vibration Emissivity Flame retardant Gradient Thickness of material Reflectivity
Emissivity Reflectivity
A project is located in northern Ontario where no mass transit infrastructure exists. How can this project still earn LEED points? (CHOOSE 2) Encourage carpooling Enforce compressed work week scheduling Stagger work hours Ensure entire parking foot print is located off site Locate a project near 3 diverse uses
Encourage carpooling Enforce compressed work week scheduling
The Integrative Process was previously just a principle of sustainability, but with LEED V4, it is now actually worth a point. Which of the following demonstrates a team using the Integrative Process concept of the Systems Thinking approach? Establishing water saving metrics for measuring success Ending the green building process when the project team hands the site over to the owner Working independently to complete each stakeholder's task efficiently The mechanical designer completing his or her design and handing it off to the electrical designer Focusing on the initial cost of bamboo flooring
Establishing water saving metrics for measuring success
How does the USGBC define quality views? Objects with a CRI of 80+ Views of art inside A plant sitting on the window sill Flora, fauna, or sky
Flora, fauna, or sky
Renewable energy purchased as a carbon offset must meet which of the following criteria? Purchased and used within the same state or locale ENERGY STAR Center for Renewable Solutions Green-e Climate Certified
Green-e Climate Certified
For the Building Disclosure and Optimization credit that looks at the ingredients of materials, which standards would help earn points? (CHOOSE 2) SMACNA Green Seal - GS-32 GreenScreen Global Reporting Initiative Health Product Declaration Cradle to Cradle Certified
GreenScreen Cradle to Cradle Certified
The USGBC is a not for profit organization that promotes the triple bottom line through its: Mission Statement Guiding Principles Charter of Values Vision Shareholder Report
Guiding Principles
Conventionally which of the following has been primary used to replace CFC-11? CFC-12 HCFC-123 HFC-23 CFC-114
HCFC-123
Which one of the following does not need to be considered when setting aside a location for the storage and collection of recyclables? Special equipment Handling of certain items such as electronic waste and mercury containing lamps Having a separate dumpster for each material Access to waste haulers
Having a separate dumpster for each material
LeadingGreen's enormous parking lot utilizes constructed shading towers equipped with PV panels to generate electricity for vehicle recharging stations. Which credits would be impacted by this? (CHOOSE 2) Heat island Reduction Green Vehicles Reduced Parking Footprint Rainwater Management Sensitive Land Protection
Heat island Reduction Green Vehicles
How can satisfying the credit for High Priority Site benefit the community? Building new infrastructure Increase the local tax base to property taxes rise Help to revitalize the neighbourhood A contaminated site will be less expensive to purchase
Help to revitalize the neighbourhood
The integrative process is a crucial part of every credit category and results in environmental protection and money saved. How can the architect work with the contractors to ensure that the contractors purchase the correct materials? Only use LEED Online to select materials Send the contractors an email in the pre-predesign phases Clearly explain to the contractors in the LEED Charrette Include the specifications in the purchasing policy Ensure that the purchasing policy specifies LEED approved products only
Include the specifications in the purchasing policy
A project is under construction in Manhattan and has a near zero lot line, which makes it difficult to manage rainwater. What can this project do? Install a vegetative roof Place 75%+ of parking under the buildings Shade all hardscapes with high SRI surfaces Do not use a demand response system
Install a vegetative roof
A team is not sure how to set its baseline for outdoor water consumption. Which of the following techniques would not help earn the outdoor water use reduction credit? (CHOOSE 2) Install a vegetative roof Use turf grass for groundcover Increase plant density Replace previous hardscapes with native and adaptive species Install submeters and implement LID strategies
Install a vegetative roof Use turf grass for groundcover
Innovert Real Estate Investment Trust is reviewing its current portfolio and notices an immense amount of water being consumed in its older building stock, which is costing a lot due to increasing water prices. It is cost-prohibitive to replace all the plumbing, so the project team suggested alternative approaches to reduce potable water. Which are the most efficient ways to reduce potable water? Installing PV array to heat the water Reducing the number of cooling tower cycles Installing new low-flow aerators Improving boiler efficiency
Installing new low-flow aerators
What two standards are found in many building codes? (Choose 2) EPAct 1992 International Plumbing Code (IPC) Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) SCAQMD
International Plumbing Code (IPC) Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC)
The Integrative Process is used to identify synergies, which result in short and long term cost savings. What is also true about the IP? (CHOOSE 2) It can decrease the likelihood of delays and costs resulting from design changes during the construction documents phase It increases the amount of construction time for a project It reduces change orders during construction It shortens the overall schedule of the project It is based on an ISO standard
It can decrease the likelihood of delays and costs resulting from design changes during the construction documents phase. It reduces change orders during construction.
Which LEED Rating system has performance periods? LEED BD+C: New Construction LEED ID+C: Commercial Interiors LEED O+M: Existing Buildings LEED BD+C: Core and Shell
LEED O+M: Existing Buildings
The date is January 1 2022. LEED® v4 is outdated and will be replaced by LEED 2022. What is the committee that is responsible for overseeing a consensus based approach in accordance with LEED protocols? LEED Steering Committee LEED Board of Directors LEED Consultants LEED Technical Advisory Groups LEED Technical Team LEED for Homes Provider
LEED Steering Committee
Which of the following sustainable strategies would not assist with the outdoor water use reduction strategy? Low-flow water closets Greywater Smart weather-based sensors Xeriscaping Drip irrigation
Low-flow water closets
The facility manager has installed permanent submeters for a few systems. What will this not help with? Measuring the quality of reused stormwater Tracking consumption Locating leaks in the system Evaluating the actual fixture efficiency
Measuring the quality of reused stormwater
What is the overarching goal of the Materials and Resources credit category? Minimize the embodied life-cycle impacts of the building materials Select materials that have the most environmental benefits at the least cost Minimize the life-cycle of building materials Reduce the quantity of materials used on a project Select energy efficient building materials
Minimize the embodied life-cycle impacts of the building materials
While minimum program requirements are essential to LEED in order to ensure compliance, prerequisites are also mandatory. What do all buildings pursing LEED BD+C: New Construction have to meet? Must have a minimum building height, have a daylighting strategy, and provide for occupant comfort Must have access to public transportation, manage rainwater, and have a floor to site area ratio of at least 1.5 Must be a permanent structure, use a reasonable site boundary, and have a minimum floor area Have a minimum score of 50 points and achieve all prerequisites Must have a minimum outdoor air rate, a maximum daylight requirement, and a minimum occupancy number
Must be a permanent structure, use a reasonable site boundary, and have a minimum floor area
Where would it be appropriate to use the USGBC member logo for LeadingGreen, a member company of the USGBC? On a company's product to show product endorsement On company letterhead On the company's website homepage linking to the company's LEED projects On any partner website of the member company
On company letterhead
What does every credit category begin within the LEED reference guides? Intent Overview Triple bottom line analysis Requirement
Overview
What type of energy is used by products that are powered by means of an ordinary AC plug? Plug load Unregulated load Process load Process energy
Plug load
What contributes to Heat Island Effect? Reduced airflow due to tall buildings and narrow streets Athletic fields covered in turf grass Shading due to small trees Steeply sloped roofs Underground parking with a high SRI roof
Reduced airflow due to tall buildings and narrow streets
Looking at the economic side of the triple bottom line, what is the most significant savings that results from water efficiency? Reduced development costs Reduced permitting fees Reduced maintenance costs Maintaining contaminants at safe levels in reservoirs and aquifers
Reduced maintenance costs
How would a larger parking lot impact the Water Efficiency Category? Automobile dependence Oil leaks Reduced need for irrigation Land consumption Rainwater runoff
Reduced need for irrigation
A project development team just purchased an entire city on the coast of Oregon. Which of the following is one way that the project developer could successfully complete 'adaptive reuse'? Designing a building with a flexible floor plan that can accommodate offices or apartments Plan a school so that classrooms can be divided into separate class spaces Renovating an old steel mill into an apartment complex Retrofitting a historic home to ENERGY STAR certification
Renovating an old steel mill into an apartment complex
Value engineering can result in reduced level of sustainability or just a more cost-effective approach. Which of the following would be an example of one? Replacing an asphalt parking lot with a cheaper, cool-coloured gravel Salvaging more waste and recycling through a waste-to-energy on-site plant Selecting a renewable energy technology that reduces environmental impact but costs more than grid energy Selecting materials with a higher initial cost but lower life-cycle cost
Replacing an asphalt parking lot with a cheaper, cool-coloured gravel
During the integrative process, a team is trying to find the best strategy to protect and/or restore the habitat on a previously developed site. What is one common strategy that helps lead to this credit? Build up as opposed to out Plant invasive species over existing previous hardscapes Restore soils and revegetate the site Use low impact development and green infrastructure
Restore soils and revegetate the site
LEED projects cover a wide range of building types and occupants. How does LEED define visitors (transients)? (Choose 2) Retail customers Peak outpatients Full time receptionists Part time employees Operations and maintenance staff
Retail customers Peak outpatients
Employee health is addressed in two categories, EQ and LT. Which of the following would earn LEED point(s)? Add preferred parking for green vehicles only Add preferred parking for accessibility Select a site within walking distance of a bicycle network Locate the project near existing infrastructure
Select a site within walking distance of a bicycle network
Smart growth is a commonly used term to describe a best practice. Which of the following does not comply with this best management practice? Selecting a site that is far from existing communities Building up as opposed to out A site within walking distance to shops and offices A site near a frequently serviced bus stop
Selecting a site that is far from existing communities
In the site selection credit, which 2 governing bodies discourage developing on sensitive habitats? (CHOOSE 2) State/local fish and wildlife agencies The NatureServe Natural Heritage Program The International Society of Arboriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
State/local fish and wildlife agencies The NatureServe Natural Heritage Program
When does commissioning take place? Discovery phase Substantial completion phase Schematic design phase Before occupancy
Substantial completion phase
Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding occupant surveys? Surveys are required to be anonymous Surveys identify areas that need improvement Surveys must be taken every 5 years and submitted to USGBC Surveys are one of the EQ prerequisites
Surveys identify areas that need improvement
The most significant difference between a conventional linear design process and an Integrative Process is? The Integrative Process requires all project team members The Integrative Process does not include a schematic design The Integrative Process is hierarchical instead of linear The Integrative Process is iterative The Integrative Process has shorter schedules
The Integrative Process is iterative
Quadrel Development Inc. is beginning their first LEED project and has contacted LeadingGreen for some consulting services. What obstacles will Quadrel face? Substantial schedule extension due to LEED The additional time for the integrative process Convincing their owner to watch from the sidelines Substantial Cost increase due to LEED
The additional time for the integrative process
In November 2016, LEED v4 was released after being delayed a year and was renamed from LEED 2012 after an open consensus process. Which of the following ensures this process stays intact? Board of Directors issues shareholder voting rights The addition of new LEED adaptations The balloting process with USGBC membership The feedback projects receive from LEED credit reviewers Government regulations
The balloting process with USGBC membership
What is TRUE about credit forms submitted via LEED Online? Each form is reviewed within 2 weeks after document submittal The forms can be changed until they are submitted for review to the GBCI Other projects and the public can view them for assistance The project administrator must sign off on all credits prior to submittal
The forms can be changed until they are submitted for review to the GBCI
According to LEED, who defines the site's open space requirements? The local building department The local zoning authority A consultant hired by the owner to negotiate permitting with the local authorities having jurisdiction The project's civil engineer
The local zoning authority
What aspect of the Environmental Product Declarations credit is required to know if it leads to LEED points or not? The cost of the product as a percentage of 45% of the total cost The number of different permanently installed products used from different manufacturers The cost of the product as a percentage of total materials cost The number of different permanent and temporary products used from one manufacturer
The number of different permanently installed products used from different manufacturers
The Water Efficiency prerequisite requires an indoor water usage reduction of 20% from a baseline calculated from what? The floor area ratio (FAR) The number of potable water using fixtures The regional cost per cubic meter of water The number of occupants , and their usage
The number of occupants , and their usage
Looking at the economic side of the triple bottom line, which of the following factors impact the cost of LEED certification? The building type The square footage of the building The number of full time equivalents The reinforcement of the buildings foundation
The square footage of the building
LEED v4 has seven Impact Categories to accomplish the goals of the LEED rating system and ensure sustainability. How do the Impact Categories work towards a more sustainable building? They determine which credits are worth more points. They are used for credits outside of the scope of the LEED rating system. They allow for bonus points if you double the initial credit requirement threshold. They have additional credit requirement options. They ensure some credits are achieved without fulfilling all the requirements
They determine which credits are worth more points
What provides legal protection of the ozone layer in the U.S.? Kyoto Protocol U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) The Montreal Protocol on Substances That Deplete the Ozone Layer
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
How can a civil engineering team properly grade the site and determine the baseline measurement for outdoor water use on a project? Follow international plumbing codes Follow the EPAct 1992 Perform an analysis of neighbouring properties Use the ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager® Use the EPA WaterSense Water Budget Tool
Use the EPA WaterSense Water Budget Tool
Which type of water is permitted as an alternative water source for indoor water use? Well water Water discharged from an open-loop geothermal system Blackwater Used process water
Used process water
Off-gassing of contaminants is a major degrader of the indoor air quality of a building. What products need to be analyzed to determine their VOC content? ETS signs on the exterior Granite floors Desks Granite counters Wall paint Acoustic insulation
Wall paint
Which of the following is an example of greywater? Wastewater from urinals Water that has not come in contact with toilet waste or kitchen sinks Rainwater collected in a retention pond Stormwater collected and held in a cistern
Water that has not come in contact with toilet waste or kitchen sinks
Apple Inc. promotes an open-office concept, but also wants to use daylighting for entire floors, which has a number of trade-offs. How can they ensure that everyone receives adequate light? High reflective surface coatings Install light shelves on the south and north building façade Increase the number of operable windows Zoned daylighting controls Manual shares
Zoned daylighting controls
The EPACT of 1992 states that the baseline water use of an apartment's bathroom faucet is: 1.6 gpf 1.0 gpm 2.2 gpm 1.0 gpf 0.5 gpm
2.2 gpm
Northeastern University is attempting to create a LEED Platinum® laboratory for its engineering department. What task must the integrative project team complete? Identify opportunities for synergy Develop models for water and energy consumption Ensure proper finance requirements are met Establish a target certification level
Identify opportunities for synergy
How does open space help promote sustainability? (CHOOSE 2) Links habitat corridors in urban areas Reduces visual interest Fosters social interaction Promotes native/adaptive vegetation only Increases impervious surfaces
Links habitat corridors in urban areas Fosters social interaction
A major focus in LEED is to ensure that a building is located on a site that is near diverse uses, in a dense area and has developmental constraints. Which credit category specifically encourages that? Smart Location and Linkage Awareness and Education Location and Transportation Sustainable Sites
Location and Transportation
A project is located in northern Ontario and wants to take advantage of the area's environmental assets. Which credit category addresses the needs of this unique location? Prerequisites Regional Priority credits MPRs Local zoning Location and Transportation credits
Regional Priority credits
The LEED rating systems must continue to push the envelope and to ensure that it keeps improving over time. Who develops the ongoing improvements? LEED Technical Reviewers USGBC member-based volunteer committees USGBC Technical Advisory Groups USGBC Board of Directors The World Green Building Council
USGBC member-based volunteer committees
