Sustainable Construction Practices

What is the number one source for making electricity in USA?

COAL

Strategies like limiting parking, providing bicycle storage, alternative-fuel facilities, and using green vehicles comes under which category in LEED scorecard? A. Material and Resources B. Sustainable site C. Location and Transportation D. Energy and Atmosphere

C. Location and Transportation

What is LEED AP (ND) referring to ? A. New Design B. Not Developed C. Neighborhood Development D. New Development

C. Neighborhood Development

Which of the following is not a renewable energy source? A. Wind Power B. Solar Energy C. Nuclear Energy D. Geothermal E. Biomass F. Tidal wave power

C. Nuclear Energy

What does Desertification refer to? A. Eliminating the use of municipal water B. Eliminating or Reducing pollution C. Removing all the trees, vegetation, plants, Greenland, farmland. D. Leaving old buildings in downtown USA unused.

C. Removing all the trees, vegetation, plants, Greenland, farmland.

What does SBS refers to? A. Standard Building Systems B. Solid Built Structures C. Sick Building Syndrome D. Solar Building Systems

C. Sick Building Syndrome

Which category in LEED V4 scorecard offers the most points?

Energy and Atmosphere (33 or 35)

When is the best time to incorporate interactive approach into a new project and register the project for LEED certification?

Schematic design phase

Tripple bottom line refers too

social(people), Environmental (Plantet), and Economic (profit).

What can best describe sustainability?

satisfying the need of the present generation without compromising the ability of future generation to meet their needs.

How many basic services are required to comply with LEED rating system in selection of site location?

10

ASHRAE Standard 90.1 - 2007 is primarily concerned with? A. Energy Consumption B. Lighting Design C. Ventilation effectiveness D. Ozone Depletion E. Global Warming

A. Energy Consumption

How many categories are available for LEED AP with specialty? 4,8,3,5

5

How many points are required to earn silver certification? A. 70-79 B. 80+ C. 40-49 D. 50-59 E. 39

50-59

LEED gold project requires how many points?

60-79

How many categories are in a leed v4 scorecard? 7,4,8,5

8

In LEED v4 for BD+C: New Construction and Major Renovation scorecard, which category has the most points allocated? A. Energy and Atmosphere B. Location and Transportation C. Indoor Environmental Quality D. Sustainable Sites

A. Energy and Atmosphere

What is the base-line water use for water closets? A. 1.6 gallon per flush B. 0.8 gallon per flush C. 1.0 gallon per flush D. 3.2 gallon per flush

A. 1.6 gallon per flush

Which of the following most closely represents an appropriate level of overall illumination on an office work surface, including day-lighting, ambient artificial lighting, and task lighting? A. 40-60 foot-candles B. 1-2 foot-candles C. 5-10 foot-candles D. 15-25 foot-candles E. 75-120 foot-candles F. 150-200 foot-candles

A. 40-60 foot-candles

How many categories are available for LEED AP certification? A. 5 B. 8 C. 4 D. 110

A. 5

How many points would you need in order to rate your project as LEED Gold? A. 60-79 B. 100+ C. 40-49 D. 50-59 E. 80+

A. 60-79

Percentage of time spent by Americans in indoor spaces is? A. 90% B. 50% C. 75% D. 25%

A. 90%

What does vegetated roof concept refer to? A. Adding soil and planting vegetation or trees on top of the roof system B. Using Biomass as roofing material C. Using recycled materials in roofing material D. All the answers are correct.

A. Adding soil and planting vegetation or trees on top of the roof system

If an existing building seeks water efficiency strategies but has a limited budget, installing which of the following would be economically viable options? (Choose Two) A. Aerators B. Low-flow toilets C. Waterless Urinals D. Capturing rainwater for irrigation E. Cooling towers

A. Aerators E. Flush valves

What is a good example of Brownfield? A. Already developed but currently not active B. An Airport C. A forest turned to a farmland D. All the answers are correct

A. Already developed but currently not active

Which of the following are types of process water uses? (Choose three) A. Boilers B. Washing machines C. Cisterns D. Toilets E. Cooling towers

A. Boilers B. Washing machines E. Cooling towers

What Albedo rating can a parking lot with black asphalt coating receive? A. Close to zero B. Close to 1 C. 10 D. 100

A. Close to zero

Which is a good method as a Sediment Control Plan ? A. Constructing Silt Fence B. Constructing Swale(s) C. Adding vegetated roofs D. Constructing curb and gutters. E. All the answers are correct

A. Constructing Silt Fence

From the following what is a good method to manage rainwater? A. Constructing Swale B. Adding Silt fence C. Using Green roof D. All the answers are correct

A. Constructing Swale

What does EPA stands for? A. Environmental Protection Agency B. Environmental Pollution Academy C. Energy Protected Agency D. Energy Pollution Academy

A. Environmental Protection Agency

Credit weightings in LEED certification are based on A. Environmental impacts and human benefits B. Carbon footprint and embodied energy C. Expected environmental performance D. Relative costs and benefits of each credit

A. Environmental impacts and human benefits

Which of the following is the best option when selecting a site. A. Existing infill lot B. Farmland C. Greenland D. Reconstructed wetland E. Brownfield and with contaminated soil

A. Existing infill lot

Which of the following is the best landscape design strategy to implement to reduce heat island effect? A. Increased Albed B. Absorption C. Xeriscaping D. Increased imperviousness

A. Increased Albedo

What is Sensitive Land referring to? A. It is a land which supports green land and an ecosystem and other species. B. Valuable commercial lands C. Lands with remote location D. Land with contaminated soil

A. It is a land which supports green land and an ecosystem and other species

Which of the following are effective and sustainable strategies to address transportation for a LEED project? (Choose Three) A. Limit Parking spaces B. Encourage carpooling/vanpooling C. Choose a site near a bus stop D. Provide SUVs for all employee E. Choose a brown field site

A. Limit Parking spaces B. Encourage carpooling/vanpooling C. Choose a site near a bus stop

Municipally supplied reclaimed water is considered: A. Non-potable water B. Free water C. Process water D. Black water

A. Non-potable water

Which one of the following is drinking water? A. Potable water B. Reclaimed water C. Process Water D. Gray water

A. Potable water

What is reduced when a project uses reclaimed water in its cooling towers?A. Potable water useB. Process water useC. Indoor plumbing water useD. Non-potable water useE. Irrigation water use

A. Potable water use

Impervious surfaces A. Promote storm water run-offs B. Absorb storm water C. Create Heat Islands D. Contain contaminated soils

A. Promote storm water run-offs

Which of the following is an example of electrical fixture for green building? A. Sensor lighting B. Flood light C. Fluorescent light D. Recessed light

A. Sensor lighting

What is the term for those buildings which are not in any condition for repair, remodel, and reuse and need to be demolished? A. Sick Building Syndrome B. All the answers are correct C. Desertification D. Deconstruction

A. Sick Building Syndrome

ASHRAE Standard 55 is primarily concerned with? A. Thermal Comfort B. Lighting Design C. Ventilation effectiveness D. Energy Consumption E. Location and Transportation

A. Thermal Comfort

Where can you find the most recent information on LEED rating system? A. USGBC Website B. GBCI Website C. LEED-On-line D. The Prometric Official Site

A. USGBC Website

ASHRAE Standard 62.1 - 2007 is primarily concerned with? A. Ventilation and indoor air quality B. Thermal comfort C. Energy Consumption D. Ozone Depletion E. Location and Transportation

A. Ventilation and indoor air quality

You must perform a soil/climate analysis to determine appropriate landscape types for compliance with which of the following areas? A. Water Efficient Landscaping B. Water Use Reduction C. Reduce Heat Island effect D. Sediment Control Plan E. Storm Water Management

A. Water Efficient Landscaping

What is the most important factor in site selection for a new project? A. Zoning B. Proximity to a water body C. Proximity to 10 basic services D. Soil type

A. Zoning

Which of the following are considered primary factors that affect thermal comfort? (Choose Two) A. Weather B. Air Movement C. Humidity D. Materials and finishes in the room E. Daylighting

Air Movement and Humidity

What is the primary standard used to establish the baseline case for indoor water use? A. The clean water Act B. Energy Policy Act of 1992 C. ASHRAE Standard 90.1 D. National Environmental Policy Act.

B. Energy Policy Act of 1992

EBOM is referring to: A. Existing Building Management and Ordinance B. Existing Buildings Maintenance and Operation C. Economics of Building Operation and Maintenance D. Environmental Boundary Operation Management

B. Existing Buildings Maintenance and Operation

What does deconstruction refer to? A. Moratorium on construction B. It is a demolition project to remove the building components according to a schedule and procedure to reuse some of the existing material or component. C. Rebuilding due to code violation D. A construction system that provides removal and replacement of components.

B. It is a demolition project to remove the building components according to a schedule and procedure to reuse some of the existing material or component.

A developer is seeking LEED Gold for his new Hi-rise building project. He intends to complete only 30% of the building for immediate occupancy. Which rating system should be selected for this project? A. LEED for Commercial Buildings B. LEED for Core & Shell C. LEED for New Construction D. LEED for Interior Design and Construction

B. LEED for Core & Shell

Temporary filters during construction are required to have a MERV Rating of? A. There is no requirement MERV rating for LEED credit during construction B. MERV 8 C. MERV 13 D. MERV 16 E. MERV 6

B. MERV 8

Which of the following are potential sources of non-potable water? (Choose three)A. Black water B. Municipally supplied reclaimed water C. Captured rainwater D. Wastewater from a toilet E. Gray water

B. Municipally supplied reclaimed water C. Captured rainwater E. Gray water

How many LEED points can you earn if you have twelve LEED Certified professionals in the Design and Construction team? A. Six points B. One point C. Twelve points D. Three points

B. One point

Which one of the following has highest albedo value? A. Green field B. Sea ice C. Ocean surface D. Blacktop paving

B. Sea ice

Urban Sprawl refers to: A. The effect of Industrialization on the urban areas B. The expansion of human population away from central urban areas to low density and usually personal car dependency C. Satisfying the Triple bottom line D. Development of urban areas

B. The expansion of human population away from central urban areas to low density and usually personal car dependency

What material options would be best to comply with the LEED rating system for roofing materials? A. Aluminum coating with SRI of 50 B. White Epropylene Diene monomer (EPDM) with an SRI of 84 C. Red Clay tile with SRI of 36 D. Light color gravel on top of built up roof with SRI of 37E. Gray asphalt with SRI of 22

B. White Epropylene Diene monomer (EPDM) with an SRI of 84

What material options would be best to comply with the LEED rating system for roofing materials? (Choose Two) A. Aluminum coating with SRI of 50 B. White Epropylene Diene monomer (EPDM) with an SRI of 84 C. Red Clay tile with SRI of 36 D. Light color gravel on top of built up roof with SRI of 37 E. White cement tiles with SRI of 90 F. Gray asphalt with SRI of 22

B. White Epropylene Diene monomer (EPDM) with an SRI of 84 and E. White cement tiles with SRI of 90 (HIGH SRI SCORE to block sun)

Green Building Certification Process involves the following steps: A. 1. Complete construction. 2. Apply for Inspections. 3. Apply for Certifications. B. 1. Apply for Certification. 2. Apply for Inspections. 3. Make corrections as needed. 4. Apply for Final Inspection C. 1. Register the project with GBCI when you start the Design Process 2. GBCI assigns TAG (Technical Advisory Group) for you. 3. Apply for Certification when construction is about 95% complete D. 1. Apply for Certification. 2. Pay all the fees. 3. Request for inspections

C. 1. Register the project with GBCI when you start the Design Process 2. GBCI assigns TAG (Technical Advisory Group) for you. 3. Apply for Certification when construction is about 95% complete

When did LEED v3 start? A. July 2014 B. 1993 C. 2009 D. 2008

C. 2009

What percentage of electricity produced in USA is by burning coal? A. 50% B. 25% C. 70% D. 90%

C. 70%

Which of the following is the responsibility of GBCI? A. Developing the LEED Professional Accreditation exam B. Reviewing and processing Appeals in LEED projects C. All the answers are correct D. Administering LEED project reviews and certification processes

C. All the answers are correct

Which one of the following has lowest albedo value? A. Green field B. Sea ice C. Blacktop paving D. Ocean surface

C. Blacktop paving

Which one of the following is the most suitable for a new development? A. Greenfield B. Farmland C. Brownfield D. Forest

C. Brownfield

LEED rating system has a total of 110 points for certification of commercial projects according to the following scale: A. LEED AP, Silver, Gold, Platinum B. Approved, Silver, Gold, Platinum C. Certified, Silver, Gold, Platinum

C. Certified, Silver, Gold, Platinum

For a new High School building, which one of the following spaces must meet the requirement of Minimum Acoustic Performance? A. Auditorium B. Conference rooms C. Classrooms D. Administrative offices

C. Classrooms

Which one of the following analysis types needs to be conducted for a whole-building LCA? A. Energy Optimization B. EPD C. Cradle to Grave D. Cradle to Cradle

C. Cradle to Grave

Which of the following is the labeling standard applicable to carpets and carpet pads? (Choose two)A. CRI Green Label B. Green carpets C. Green Seal D. Green Seal 36 E. CRI Green Label Plus

CRI Green Label and CRI Green Label Plus

Which of the following is the most effective strategy for addressing transportation for a LEED project?

Choosing a site near mass transit system

Which of the following statements are not true about green building materials? (Choose Two) A. Rapidly renewable materials are harvested within 10 years B. Cradle-to-grave materials are also known as recycled materials. C. Products with postconsumer recycled content can contribute to earning the recycled content LEED credit while products with pre-consumer recycled content cannot. D. Cotton insulation is a type of rapidly renewable materials

Cradle-to-grave materials are also known as recycled materials and Products with postconsumer recycled content can contribute to earning the recycled content LEED credit while products with pre-consumer recycled content cannot.

Which one of the following solutions has a trade-off of increased energy consumption? (Choose Two) A. A highly reflective roof in a hot climate B. A variable refrigerant flow (VRF) system in a cold climate C. A rainwater collection cistern in a mild climate D. A curtain wall system in a cold climate E. A highly reflective roof in a cold climate

D. A curtain wall system in a cold climate E. A highly reflective roof in a cold climate

What comes under ten basic services while selecting a sustainable site for a Residential Neighborhood? A. Church B. Bank C. School D. All the answers are correct E. Restaurant

D. All the answers are correct

What is the purpose of Green Building? A. To make the Architects, Engineers, and Contractors more environmentally responsible. B. To apply the concept of sustainability into building industry C. To improve the quality of life by creating healthy environment D. All the answers are correct

D. All the answers are correct

What does ASHRAE stand for? A. Active Solar Heat Reflectors and Ejectors B. Active Solar Heat Rating and Evaluation C. Active Solar Heat Recycling and Exchanging D. American Society of Heating, Refrigeration, and Air-Conditioning Engineers

D. American Society of Heating, Refrigeration, and Air-Conditioning Engineers

Wastewater from toilets and urinals are known as: A. Potable water B. Gray water C. Brown water D. Black water

D. Black water

A project owner request a highly energy-efficient building with ample outdoor air in indoor spaces. Which strategy can help to keep the building energy efficient while also increasing ventilation? A. Add designated smoke room B. Use Low-Emitting Materials C. Install sub-meters for energy consumption D. Demand-controlled ventilation

D. Demand-controlled ventilation

Which of the following is the best option when selecting a building site? A. Farmland B. Greenland C. Reconstructed wetland D. Existing infill lot

D. Existing infill lot

What other rating system besides LEED is used in United States? A. Energy Star B. Green Power C. BREEAM D. Green Globe E. Green Seal

D. Green Globe

Which rating system does not require completion of the entire project? A. LEED for Schools B. LEED for Commercial Buildings C. LEED for Neighborhood D. LEED for Core & Shell

D. LEED for Core & Shell

A project owner request a highly energy-efficient building with ample outdoor air in indoor spaces. Which strategy can help to keep the building energy efficient while also increasing ventilation? A. Add designated smoke room B. Use Low-Emitting Materials C. Install sub-meters for energy consumption D. Demand-controlled ventilation

Demand-controlled ventilation

What is the primary responsibility of the USGBC?

Developing and providing LEED based education and research programs. Establish guidelines. Develop research, make changes.

A project adjacent to protected forestland that is home to a variety of plant and animal life wants to reduce the impact of its site lighting. To achieve this, the project team installs exterior lighting that __________? A. Does not trespass onto adjacent properties B. Reduce the need for nighttime security C. Provide for tasteful decorative appearance D. Adequately illuminates the sky

Does not trespass onto adjacent properties

What can cause Heat Island Effect? A. Dark color solid surfaces, pavements, and parking lots B. Dark color roofing materials C. The absorption of heat by hardscape in urban areas E. All the answers are correct.

E. All the answers are correct.

Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) is a beneficial tool to determine? A. Economics of building systems during the life of the building B. Operation and Maintenance cost of a building project C. Environmental benefits of projects throughout their lifetime. D. Social impact of building projects during the life of the building

Economics of building systems during the life of the building

Urban Sprawl Referrs too?

Expansion of human population away from central urban areas into low density and usually car dependent communities.

Which of the following products should always be included in MR Credits? (Choose Two) A. Furniture B. HVAC Duct work C. Carpet D. Cabinets and Millwork E. Exterior Paint

Furniture and HVAC Duct work

Which one of the following combinations of strategies maximizes daylight while reducing solar heat gain? A. Glazed panel 42" off the floor and exterior shade devices B. A low window to solid wall ratio and application of Low-E glass C. A high window to solid wall ratio and using light color wall paint D. Low partitions to separate open-plan offices and clear glass for closed spaces

Glazed panel 42" off the floor and exterior shade devices

What is ID+C

Interior design and construction

Which of the following is considered sensitive land?

Lands supporting habitats life, wetland, and farmland.

What is the highest level of LEED credential for individual?

Leed Fellow

Which of the following materials contains pre-consumer content? A. Used plastic milk container B. Flooring tiles recovered from another project site C. Manufacturer overrun printed publications to convert to recycled paper D. Molten metal scrap from a production line.

Manufacturer overrun printed publications to convert to recycled paper

Sustainability can be best realized by?

Meeting triple bottom line

Construction activity pollution prevention requires the creation and imple......The ESC plan should accomplish or include?

Prevention of loss of soil during construction by storm water run off or wind erosion. Evaluation of the impact of roof runoff. protection of topsoil by stockpiling for reuse. Prevention of sedimentation of storm sewer or receiving streams.

The percentage calculation for rapidly renewable materials accounts for which of the following? (Choose Two) A. Cost of rapidly renewable materials B. Volume of the renewable materials C. Combined weight for all rapidly renewable materials D. Total materials cost for the project

Products with postconsumer recycled content can contribute to earning the recycled content LEED credit while products with pre-consumer recycled content cannot. and Total materials cost for the project

GBCI

Project certification, develop accreditation exam and administer project certification, develop professional accreditation exam.

What is the concept of 3R's referring too?

Reduce Reuse and Recycle

Which category in LEED V4 scorecard offers least points?

Regional priority (4) Innovation (6)

An operable window is used for? A. Thermal Comfort Control B. Natural Lighting Control C. Acoustical Control D. All the answers are correct

Thermal Comfort Control

Where can you find the most recent information on LEED rating system?

USGBC Website

WHat does USGBC

Untied states green building council

What metric is the best indicator of transportation impacts associated with a building project?

Vehicles miles traveled

What does VOC stands for? A. Volatile Organic Compounds B. Volatile Organic Composition C. Visible Organic Compounds D. Visible Outstanding compounds

Volatile Organic Compounds

USGBC was established where and when?

Washington DC in early 1990's

Can a project earn more than one LEED Certification

Yes

When did green building started in USA?

early 1990s