Biodegradable - ANSWER Capable of decomposing under natural conditions.
Carbon Footprint - ANSWER A measure of greenhouse gas emissions associated with an
activity.
Ecosystem - ANSWER A basic unit of nature that includes a community of organisms and
their nonliving environment linked by biological, chemical, and physical processes.
Environmental Sustainability - ANSWER Long term maintenance of ecosystem compo-
nents and functions for future generations.
High Performance Green Building - ANSWER A structure designed to conserve water and
energy; use space, materials, and resources efficiently; minimize construction waste; and
create a harmful indoor environment
Integrated Design Team - ANSWER All the individuals involved in a building project from
early int eh design process, including the design professionals, the owner's representatives,
and the general contractor and subcontractors
Life Cycle Assessment - ANSWER Ana analysis of the environmental aspects and potential
impacts associated with a product, process, or service
Market Transformation - ANSWER Systematic improvements in the performance of a
market or market segment. Ex: EPA's Energy Star program has shifted the performance of
homes, buildings, and appliances toward higher levels of energy efficiency by providing
recognition and comparative performance information through its Energy Star labels
1
,Regenerative Design - ANSWER Sustainable plans for built environments that improve ex-
isting conditions. Goes beyond reducing impacts to create positive change in the local and
global environments - the level beyond sustainable
Sustainability - ANSWER Meeting the needs of the present without compromising the
ability of future generations to meet their own needs (Brundtland Commission)
What constitutes the largest use of energy in buildings in the United States? - ANSWER
Space Heating
Green building emphasizes using what type of design process? - ANSWER Integrative
What are the three dimensions of sustainability often described as the triple bottom line or
the three legged stool? - ANSWER Economic prosperity, environmental stewardship, and
social responsibility
What life cycle assessment is used to determine the ___? - ANSWER Environmental as-
pects and potential impacts of green building
When is the best time to incorporate an integrative approach for a building project? - AN-
SWER Predesign
Credit weightings are based on ___? - ANSWER Environmental impacts and human bene-
fits
Implementation of green building strategies such as daylighting, passive cooling, high effi-
ciency mechanical systems, and stack ventilation contribute to what type of cost savings? -
ANSWER Reduced life cycle costs
2
, The installation of low flow faucet aerators at hand washing stations will result in which of
the following? - ANSWER Reduced energy use & reduced water use
Which type of site is it environmentally preferable to build on? - ANSWER Urban Infill Lot
& Abandoned Strip Mall
Green building improvements provide the best return on investment during which stage? -
ANSWER The earliest possible stage
Studies show that in LEED buildings, the average annual energy intensity is lower than con-
ventional buildings by _____. - ANSWER 25%
Which of the following tools is LEAST likely to assist in evaluating the potential life cycle costs
and benefits of a green building design strategy?
BIM; BEM; SWPPP; LCA; LCC - ANSWER Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP)
LEED Interpretations - ANSWER A project team can contribute to the evolution of the
LEED rating system by submitting a request for precedent-setting rulings to be reviewed first
by a GBCI certification reviewer and then by LEED staff and committee.
What is the name of the third-party online forum written by professionals in the field that
provides tips and guidance on applying LEED credits and the LEED Certification process? -
ANSWER LEEDuser
Green label certifies the sustainability criteria of which product? - ANSWER Carpet
A LEED Project Team plans to use low-emitting materials. The qualities and attributes of
these materials may also help to achieve which of the following credits: - ANSWER Recy-
cled Content and Regional Materials
3
Carbon Footprint - ANSWER A measure of greenhouse gas emissions associated with an
activity.
Ecosystem - ANSWER A basic unit of nature that includes a community of organisms and
their nonliving environment linked by biological, chemical, and physical processes.
Environmental Sustainability - ANSWER Long term maintenance of ecosystem compo-
nents and functions for future generations.
High Performance Green Building - ANSWER A structure designed to conserve water and
energy; use space, materials, and resources efficiently; minimize construction waste; and
create a harmful indoor environment
Integrated Design Team - ANSWER All the individuals involved in a building project from
early int eh design process, including the design professionals, the owner's representatives,
and the general contractor and subcontractors
Life Cycle Assessment - ANSWER Ana analysis of the environmental aspects and potential
impacts associated with a product, process, or service
Market Transformation - ANSWER Systematic improvements in the performance of a
market or market segment. Ex: EPA's Energy Star program has shifted the performance of
homes, buildings, and appliances toward higher levels of energy efficiency by providing
recognition and comparative performance information through its Energy Star labels
1
,Regenerative Design - ANSWER Sustainable plans for built environments that improve ex-
isting conditions. Goes beyond reducing impacts to create positive change in the local and
global environments - the level beyond sustainable
Sustainability - ANSWER Meeting the needs of the present without compromising the
ability of future generations to meet their own needs (Brundtland Commission)
What constitutes the largest use of energy in buildings in the United States? - ANSWER
Space Heating
Green building emphasizes using what type of design process? - ANSWER Integrative
What are the three dimensions of sustainability often described as the triple bottom line or
the three legged stool? - ANSWER Economic prosperity, environmental stewardship, and
social responsibility
What life cycle assessment is used to determine the ___? - ANSWER Environmental as-
pects and potential impacts of green building
When is the best time to incorporate an integrative approach for a building project? - AN-
SWER Predesign
Credit weightings are based on ___? - ANSWER Environmental impacts and human bene-
fits
Implementation of green building strategies such as daylighting, passive cooling, high effi-
ciency mechanical systems, and stack ventilation contribute to what type of cost savings? -
ANSWER Reduced life cycle costs
2
, The installation of low flow faucet aerators at hand washing stations will result in which of
the following? - ANSWER Reduced energy use & reduced water use
Which type of site is it environmentally preferable to build on? - ANSWER Urban Infill Lot
& Abandoned Strip Mall
Green building improvements provide the best return on investment during which stage? -
ANSWER The earliest possible stage
Studies show that in LEED buildings, the average annual energy intensity is lower than con-
ventional buildings by _____. - ANSWER 25%
Which of the following tools is LEAST likely to assist in evaluating the potential life cycle costs
and benefits of a green building design strategy?
BIM; BEM; SWPPP; LCA; LCC - ANSWER Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP)
LEED Interpretations - ANSWER A project team can contribute to the evolution of the
LEED rating system by submitting a request for precedent-setting rulings to be reviewed first
by a GBCI certification reviewer and then by LEED staff and committee.
What is the name of the third-party online forum written by professionals in the field that
provides tips and guidance on applying LEED credits and the LEED Certification process? -
ANSWER LEEDuser
Green label certifies the sustainability criteria of which product? - ANSWER Carpet
A LEED Project Team plans to use low-emitting materials. The qualities and attributes of
these materials may also help to achieve which of the following credits: - ANSWER Recy-
cled Content and Regional Materials
3
