LEED Practice Exam 1 Question and answer rated A+ 2023

LEED Practice Exam 1 Question and answer rated A+ 2023The BD+C LEED Scorecard Checklist has which of the following options next to each credit? Yes, ?(maybe), no What are true statements about the development of the LEED rating system? LEED rating systems attempt to balance the interest of all stakeholders, have a fair and open review process, and are developed with a consensus based approach LEED rating systems are NOT developed by the US government USGBC is... A nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming the way buildings and communities are built and operated What is eligible for LEED certification? Buildings meeting USGBC's Minimum Program requirements LEED for Building Operations and Maintenance rating system is designed for: The sustainable operation of existing buildings. it encourages owners and operators of exiting building to implement sustainable practices and reduce the environmental impacts of their buildings, while addressing the major aspects of ongoing building operations An example of LEED Building Design and Construction:Schools is: The new construction of an elementary school by a rural school district. It is an appropriate rating system for buildings made up of core and ancillary learning spaces on K-12 grounds What is considered part of the building footprint? The building structure A commercial office building in NYC was certified under the LEED for New Construction rating system. The facility managers then monitored the building's saturable operations for two years. Which LEED rating system should the building now pursue? LEED Operations and Maintenance: Existing Buildings A Green Associate is an individual who possesses? A solid, current understanding of green building principles and practices What sets optional sustainability requirements for LEED certification? Credits What are the 6 main credit categories? Building Design and Construction Location and Transportation Sustainable Sites Water Efficiency Energy and Atmosphere Materials and Resources, Indoor Environmental Quality USGBC has established Certified, Silver, Gold, and Platinum to represent: the level of LEED certification a project has achieved. What are levels of accreditation for individuals within the LEED system? LEED AP Green Associate LEED Fellow LEED Project Administrator is not a level of accreditation, but the person who acts as the project manager, overseeing the LEED project LEED rating systems was developed by: USGBC a nonprofit organization located in Washington, DC What defines the minimum characteristics a project must possess to be eligible for certification under LEED? Minimum Program Requirements If a project earns enough credits to earn 85 points but cannot achieve one of its prerequisites... it cannot be LEED certified Overrule recently leased office space in an existing office building. Overrule will retrofit its tenant space to improve its energy efficiency, water efficiency, and the health of its employees. Which LEED rating system should Everblue pursue? LEED Interior Design and Construction: Commercial Interiors since it doesn't have control over the whole building