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aeroponics - Correct Answer-The process of growing plants in suspension in an air or mist environment without the use of soil use of water mist to provide the plants' roots with nutrients gardens without a soil system biogas - Correct Answer-an alternative fuel generated from decomposing organic matter, such as food and animal waste, which is processed in an anaerobic digester Provide the electricity and heat needed to power farms (excess energy produced can be sold back to the traditional energy supplier) carbon monoxide (CO) - Correct Answer-an odorless, colorless, and toxic gas that is produced from vehicle exhaust, incomplete combustion of fuel in boilers or furnaces, and improperly vented appliances greenhouse gases - Correct Answer-gases that trap heat in the atmosphere. the most abundant is carbon dioxide (co2) and is release through the burning of fossil fuels and the manufacturing of cement Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) - Correct Answer-The USGBC LEED green building program is the preeminent program for the design, construction, maintenance, and operation of high-performance green buildings lean process improvement - Correct Answer-the principle of continuously improving any process through the elimination of waste in every step of manufacturing LEED AP - Correct Answer-the advanced level of LEED credentials that requires an advanced knowledge in green building as well as expertise in a particular LEED rating system LEED Green Associate - Correct Answer-the basic level of LEED credentials that requires a documented, up-to-date understanding of the most current green building principles and practices sulfur dioxide (S02) - Correct Answer-a highly reactive gas that is primarily produced through the combustion of fossil fuels at power generation plants and other processes at manufacturing facilities

triple bottom line - Correct Answer-an accounting framework that incorporates the social, environmental, and economic dimensions of an organization vertical farm - Correct Answer-a crop grown vertically instead of horizontally on the ground; aka a farmscraper (farm skyscraper) self-sustaining when systems of wastewater recycling and rainwater collection are established can be built new or erected in abandoned warehouses, buildings, and high-rises in urban areas advantages of indoor - Correct Answer--restoration of soil health -repurposing of derelict buildings -increased crop production -elimination of weather-related crop failures -production of locally grown crops in urban areas -elimination of pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers -development of year-round crops volatile organic compounds (VOCs) - Correct Answer-harmful organic chemical compounds that evaporate under normal indoor temperature and pressure conditions and are released by synthetic materials such as flooring, wall-coverings, furniture and paints, adhesives and sealants xeriscaping - Correct Answer-landscaping designed to reduce or eliminate potable water use in irrigation through the use of native and adapted plant species in plantings to create a self-sustaining garden Zero net energy - Correct Answer-a level of efficiency for a high-performance building that produces all the energy it uses and is so energy efficient, a renewable energy system can offset all or most of its annual energy consumption Sustainable Sites - Correct Answer-SS Water Efficiency - Correct Answer-WE Energy & Atmosphere - Correct Answer-EA Materials & Resources - Correct Answer-MR Indoor Environmental Air Quality - Correct Answer-EQ LEED history - Correct Answer-first introduced in 1998

Architecture - Correct Answer-green residential and commercial buildings that minimize environmental impact use of energy models to predict energy-use outcomes in the schematic design phase Business, management, and finance - Correct Answer-sustainable business practices have an impact on profits, stakeholders, and the community; can be employed in nearly ALL supply chain activities- manufacturing, operations, materials and resources, and transportation when managers incorporate sustainability concepts into their business decisions, tremendous cost savings are realized global companies -save billions every year through reductions in energy, water, and material resources Construction - Correct Answer-green roofs (with vegetation) can replace roofing shingles, tiles, and sheet metal fiber-cement siding is fire resistant and durable in replacing vinyl siding, which has negative affects on the environment Flow reducers (aerators) can be installed on faucets and shower heads to reduce water usage Culinary & Hospitality - Correct Answer-many chefs and restaurant managers understand the importance of sustainable practices including locally grown food (farm- to-table practice) and produce from aeroponic gardens ex: recycling cooking grease and food trimmings or conversion into organic compost or biogas -induction cooktops transfer 90% of heat to pots (electric cooktops only transfer 70% of heat to pots) (gas cooktops only transfer 35-40% of heat to pots) hotels: high-efficiency laundry machines to reduce water usage for laundry, tinted windows and digital thermostats for reduced energy consumption; composting Energy - Correct Answer-Analyze energy-usage to create actionable solutions for energy efficiency alternatives include: wind turbines, photovoltaic (PV) systems; especially at high- energy-use facilities and processes

Engineering Technology - Correct Answer-engineering technology focuses on application and implementation instead of theory and concepts (engineering) energy management and building controls are growing niches Building controls and automation are critical components of high-performance green buildings. HVAC- heating, ventilation, air conditioning, lighting, fire and security control systems and devices Factoid: American Physical Society - Correct Answer-if current and emerging cost- effective energy efficiency measures are employed in new and existing buildings as their HVAC and lighting equipment are replaced, the growth in energy demand from the building sector could fall from a projected 30% increase to zero between now and 2030 Environmental Policy & Studies - Correct Answer-It is important for professionals working in environmental policy and studies to understand the core concepts of sustainability. -Natural resources management -Environmental science -Conservation planning -Forest planning -Environmental justice -Watershed management planning -Lobbying Human Resources - Correct Answer-TRIPLE BOTTOM LINE: Social responsibility, economic prosperity, and environmental stewardship Insurance & Banking - Correct Answer-insurance companies and banks have begun to offer special policies and loans tailored toward green projects Interior Design - Correct Answer-Interior designers must know the latest trends in sustainable and fashionable design. For example, selecting paints with low VOCs, fabrics and flooring made from recycled or rapidly renewable resources, and salvaged/repurposed/reclaimed fixtures and furniture Landscaping - Correct Answer-reduce or eliminate potable water use in irrigation through the planting of native and adapted species of vegetation and use of other water- conserving techniques benefits of xeriscaping:

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knowledge domains - Correct Answer-the content areas of the LEED green associate exam that reflect the rating systems' credit categories and what an exam candidate needs to know, including concepts such as the LEED process, integrative strategies, LEED credit categories, and project surroundings and public outreach LEED core concepts guide - Correct Answer-a guide that introduces green building fundamentals to serve as a foundation for more advanced study of green building and the LEED rating systems. It is one of the primary references candidates should study for the LEED green associate exam LEED green associate exam - Correct Answer-a LEED professional credential exam that tests general knowledge of commercial and residential green building practices for both new construction and existing buildings, developed and updated by subject matter experts. An exam candidate has 2 hours to complete the exam, which consists of 100 random multiple-choice questions, and must score 170 points or above out of 200 to pass. LEED v4 Green Associate Candidate handbook - Correct Answer-An important exam reference that features current policies and procedures for the LEED v4 Green Associate professional credentialing exam and includes exam specifications (such as the task and knowledge domains), exam references, and sample questions primary references - Correct Answer-a list of important reference sources presented in the LEED v4 Green Associate Candidate Handbook that an exam candidate should study as a basis for test day success task domains - Correct Answer-• Communicate broad and basic green building concepts to team or colleagues

• Research and create a library of sustainable building materials
• Assist others with sustainability goals
• Create project profiles/case studies/press release
• Serve as a green advocate to clients, team members, & general public (e.g. why green building)
• Stay current on any updates to LEED and green strategies in general
• Navigate in LEED Online
• Assist project leader with LEED correspondence to all project team members (consultants, contractors, owner, etc.)
• Assist in managing documentation process
• Assist in managing timeline of LEED certification Knowledge domains (16 q) - Correct Answer-• Organization fundamentals (e.g. mission/vision; non-profit; role of USGBC/GBCI)

• Structure of LEED rating systems (e.g., credit categories, prerequisites, credits and/or Minimum Program Requirements for LEED Certification)
• Scope of each LEED rating system (e.g., rating system selection; rating system families [BD+C, ID+C, O+M, ND, Homes])
• LEED development process (e.g., consensus based; stakeholder and volunteer involvement; rating system updates/evolution)
• Credit categories (e.g., goals and objectives of each [LT, SS, WE, EA, MR, EQ, IN, RP]; synergies)
• Impact categories (e.g. what should a LEED project accomplish?)
• LEED certification process (e.g. certification levels [Certified, Silver, Gold, Platinum]; LEED Scorecard; 3rd party verification; role of documentation submission; LEED Interpretations; Addenda; awareness of different system versions [e.g., LEED Online]) Components of LEED Online and Project Registration
• Other rating systems - (e.g., in general what other rating systems are out there?) Integrative Strategies (8 Questions) - Correct Answer-• Integrative process (e.g., early analysis of the interrelationships among systems; systems thinking; charettes)
• Integrative project team members (e.g., architect, engineer, landscape architect, civil engineer, contractor, facility manager, etc.)
• Standards that support LEED (e.g., breadth not depth of American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air-conditioning Engineers [ASHRAE]; Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors National Association [SMACNA] guidelines; Green Seal, ENERGY STAR®, HERs, Reference Standards listed in ACPs, etc.) Location and Transportation (7 Questions) - Correct Answer-• Site selection (e.g. targeting sites in previously developed and brownfields/highpriority designation area, avoiding sensitive habitat, located in areas with existing infrastructure and nearby uses, reduction in parking footprint)
• Alternative transportation (e.g., type, access, and quality; infrastructure and design) Sustainable Sites (7 Questions) - Correct Answer-• Site assessment (e.g., environmental assessment, human impact)
• Site design and development (e.g., construction activity pollution prevention; habitat LEED® Green Associate™ Candidate Handbook 13 conservation and restoration; exterior open space; rainwater management; exterior lighting; heat island reduction) Water Efficiency (9 Questions) - Correct Answer-• Outdoor water use (e.g., use of graywater/rainwater in irrigation; use of native and adaptive species)
• Indoor water use (e.g., concepts of low flow/waterless fixtures; water-efficient appliances; types and quality)
• Water performance management (e.g., measurement and monitoring)

• U.S. Green Building Council. Introductory and Overview Sections. LEED Building Design + Construction Reference Guide. v4 Edition. U.S. Green Building Council, 2013. *Note that the introductory and overview sections are available to download separately from purchasing the full reference guide.
• U.S. Green Building Council. LEED v4 Impact Category and Point Allocation Process Overview. U.S. Green Building Council, 2013
• U.S. Green Building Council. LEED v4 User Guide. U.S. Green Building Council, 2013.
• U.S. Green Building Council. Guide to LEED Certification: Commercial. U.S. Green Building Council, 2014. • "LEED Certification Fees." U.S. Green Building Council, 2014.
• "Rating System Selection Guidance." U.S. Green Building Council, 2014.
• "Addenda Database." U.S. Green Building Council.

1. When applying for innovation credits, a project team - Correct Answer-(A) Cannot submit any previously awarded innovation credit. (B) May receive credit for performance that doubles a credit requirement threshold. (C) May submit a product or strategy that is being used in an existing LEED® credit. (D) May receive a credit for each LEED AP that is on the project team. This question represents Knowledge Domain A. LEED Process, credit categories and Task Domain A. LEED Green Associate Tasks
2. A developer wants to make a profit by building a new office that maximizes daylighting and views. What actions might the developer take to fulfill all parts of the triple bottom line? - Correct Answer-(A) Restore habitat onsite (B) Purchase ergonomic furniture (C) Pursue local grants and incentives (D) Provide lighting controllability for occupants This question represents Knowledge Domain I. Project Surroundings and Outreach, environmental impacts of the built environment and Task Domain A. LEED Green Associate Tasks, assist others with sustainability goals. what % of energy used today do buildings account for? - Correct Answer-40%

USGBC is not neutral on climate change. - Correct Answer-Climate change is the most significant environmental impact on society today, with the built environment as its single largest contributor. Name 3 factors controlled by the built environment that affect energy use. - Correct Answer-Location Transportation Building systems Buildings need to be in high-density areas. - Correct Answer-Biking, walking, carpooling, public transportation, and green vehicles are the optimal forms of alternative transportation. ODP - Correct Answer-ozone depleting potential GWP - Correct Answer-global warming potential Harmful refrigerants - Correct Answer-CFCs- chlorofluorocarbons HCFCs- hydorchlorofluorocarbons Less harmful refrigerants - Correct Answer-HFCs- hydrofluorocarbons Montreal Protocol (1987) - Correct Answer-banned the production of CFC refrigerants and began the phase out of HCFC refrigerants. *EA prerequisite Fundamental Refrigerant Management and EA credit - Correct Answer-Enhanced refrigeration management requires projects to entirely avoid the use of CFC refrigerants. LEED Impact Categories - Correct Answer-aka...LEED system goals developed to guide point allocation for each credit in the rating systems What should a LEED project accomplish? - Correct Answer-Credits in the rating systems that are higher on the list are allocated more points LEED v4 Impact Category and Point Allocation Development Process - Correct Answer--Reverse contribution to global climate change -Enhance individual human health and well-being -Protect and restore water resources -Protect, enhance, and restore biodiversity and ecosystem services -Promote sustainable and regenerative material resources cycles -Build a greener economy -Enhance social equity, environmental justice, community, health, and quality of life

Regenerative buildings - Correct Answer-refers to closed systems that use only as much water and energy as they produce *most systems in the built environment are open systems, producing waste, pollution, and sewage Zero net energy - Correct Answer-Buildings with zero net energy, water, and waste are closed systems that produce their own energy, clean all wastewater onsite, and divert waste from the landfill Integrative process part of Integrative Strategies knowledge domain - Correct Answer-The foundation of green building design and core concept of sustainability in the built environment. the design process in which multidisciplinary teams collaborate to meet sustainable design objectives from project inception to completion deconstructs the linear nature of the conventional process and establishes a multidisciplinary team approach Integrative project team members part of the Integrative Strategies knowledge domain - Correct Answer- Sustainable goals include: - Correct Answer-conserving energy and water reducing resource depletion increasing indoor air quality reducing transportation emissions Integrative process credit - Correct Answer-the intent is to support high-performance, cost-effective project outcomes two preliminary analyses: an energy model analysis and a water budget analysis a credit in all rating systems EXCEPT neighborhood development (LEED ND) and building operations and maintenance (LEED O+M) design charrette - Correct Answer-a useful tool where all project disciplines can come together to identify synergies between project systems, saving time and money in both the short and long term while optimizing resource use and lessening environmental impacts

Integrative process phases - Correct Answer-3 phases: discovery, implementation, and occupancy active and continual participation of all team members during all phases of a project Discovery phase of Integrative process - Correct Answer-the predesign phase; before schematic design begins the most critical phase methods to reduce potable water loads and energy by assessing and estimating the potential non-potable water supply sources and water demand volume Implementation phase of Integrative process - Correct Answer-in this phase, team members compile and analyze the results of research performed during the discovery phase relating to system interactions between disciplines OPR - Correct Answer-Owner's project requirements BOD - Correct Answer-Basis of Design Occupancy phase of Integrative Process - Correct Answer-performance assessment mechanisms are used to measure actual building performance against expectations after the building is occupied Iterative process - Correct Answer-Conducting research, sharing data, receiving feedback, and refining the design repeatedly until all of the project's sustainable goals are met used in tandem with the integrative process Iterative cycle - Correct Answer-Conduct research and collect data within the scope of the work Analyze the data Share the data analyses with team members at group workshops Receive feedback to identify synergies, wastes, and other opportunities for savings and efficiency across all of the disciplines Create/refine design Systems thinking - Correct Answer-Looking at a problem as a small part of a larger system

Rick Fedrizzi Mike Italiano a nonprofit organization What is the USGBC mission? - Correct Answer-To transform the way buildings and communities are designed, built, and operated, enabling an environmentally and socially responsible, healthy, and prosperous environment that improves the quality of life. What is a vision of the USGBC? - Correct Answer-That buildings and communities will regenerate and sustain the health and vitality of all life within a generation.