The LEED credits given the greatest weights are credits that
A.
are used in certifying a LEED Platinum Project
B.
contribute to developmental density and Sustainable Sites
C.
are included in the LEED for Buildings Operations and Maintenance: Existing Buildings rating system
D.
most directly address the most important environmental impacts and human benefits
Correct Answer: D
Explanation:
LEED credits are weighted based on their potential environmental impacts and human benefits.
Those that most directly address these areas are given greater weight in the scoring system. This
approach is intended to prioritize actions that have the greatest positive impact on critical
environmental issues such as climate change, water resources, biodiversity, air pollution, and human
health. Reference: LEED Green Associate Candidate Handbook, U.S. Green Building Council resources
Question #2 (Topic: demo questions)
Open grid pavement tends to reduce
A.
native habitat
B.
heat island effects
C.
rainwater infiltration
D.
parking space requirements
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Open grid pavement, also known as permeable pavement, allows water to drain through it, reducing
runoff and recharging groundwater supplies. It also tends to be lighter in color than traditional
asphalt, which means it absorbs less heat from sunlight. This helps to reduce the urban heat island
effect, which is a phenomenon where urban areas are significantly warmer than their rural
surroundings due to human activities. Reference: LEED Green Associate Candidate Handbook, U.S.
Green Building Council resources
Question #3 (Topic: demo questions)
A retail store is pursuing LEED for Interior Design and Construction certification. Which of the
following strategies should be conducted first?
A.
Perform a life-cycle analysis
B.
Create an energy budget analysis
C.
Conduct a charrette with the project team
D.
Perform an energy model according to ASHRAE 90.1
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
A charrette is an intensive planning session where citizens, designers, and others collaborate on a
vision for development. It provides a forum for ideas and offers the unique advantage of giving
immediate feedback to the designers. More importantly, it allows everyone who participates to be a
mutual author of the plan. This should be conducted first to ensure all stakeholders are aligned on
the project goals and strategies before proceeding with detailed analyses or modeling. Reference:
LEED Green Associate Candidate Handbook, U.S. Green Building Council resources
Question #4 (Topic: demo questions)
Which is an example of regenerative design?
A.
Passive house energy building
B.
A building with a recycling program
C.
A project that uses sustainable materials
D.
A building that generates electricity and sends the excess to the grid
Correct Answer: D
Explanation:
Regenerative design is a type of design that goes beyond sustainability and aims to restore or
enhance the natural systems that support life. Regenerative design projects not only minimize their
environmental impact, but also contribute positively to the environment and society. An example of
regenerative design is a building that generates electricity from renewable sources, such as solar
panels or wind turbines, and sends the excess electricity to the grid, thereby reducing greenhouse
gas emissions and supporting the transition to a clean energy economy