CVE CVE Sustainability and Environmental Practices Questions and Answers

Question 1

Which internationally recognized green building certification is most commonly pursued by US venue executives to validate sustainable facility operations?

Accepted Answer

LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design)

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ISO 14001

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BREEAM

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Green Globes

Question 2

A venue executive implementing a waste diversion program should set which target to qualify for a 'zero waste' designation?

Accepted Answer

90% or more diversion from landfill

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25% diversion from landfill

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50% diversion from landfill

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75% diversion from landfill

Question 3

Which energy efficiency measure typically provides the fastest return on investment for large indoor venues?

Accepted Answer

LED lighting retrofit throughout the facility

Answer

Solar panel installation on the roof

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Geothermal heating system installation

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Building envelope insulation upgrades

Question 4

What does a venue's Scope 1 greenhouse gas emissions category include?

Accepted Answer

Direct emissions from sources owned or controlled by the venue such as on-site generators and fleet vehicles

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Emissions from purchased electricity

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Emissions from attendee travel to the venue

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Emissions from vendors and supply chain partners

Question 5

Which practice most effectively reduces single-use plastic waste at venue concession operations?

Accepted Answer

Switching to reusable cup programs with deposits

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Charging a fee for plastic straws

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Reducing beverage menu offerings

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Using biodegradable plastic alternatives

Question 6

A venue executive conducting a sustainability audit should measure water usage efficiency using which primary metric?

Accepted Answer

Gallons of water consumed per attendee per event

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Total gallons used per year

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Number of water fountains installed

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Annual water utility bill total