LEED Green Associates questions with correct answers

What does USGBC stand for? - Answer U. S. Green Building Council What does LEED stand for? - Answer Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design What code has been developed to overlay existing, traditional building codes? - Answer International Green Construction Code (IGCC) What savings have green buildings achieved? - Answer 26 percent energy use reduction 27 percent higher levels of satisfaction 33 percent lower CO 2 emissions 13 percent reduction in maintenance costs What are the environmental benefits of green buildings? - Answer Enhance and protect ecosystems and biodiversity. Improve air and water quality. Reduce solid waste. Conserve natural resources. What are the economic benefits of green buildings? - Answer Reduce operating costs. Enhance asset value and profits.