ICC Energy and Sustainability Professionals 2

Question 1

Under IECC 2021, what is the minimum continuous air barrier requirement for commercial buildings regarding tested leakage?

Accepted Answer

0.25 cfm/ft² at 75 Pa

Answer

IECC 2021 requires commercial buildings to achieve an air leakage rate no greater than 0.25 cfm/ft² at a pressure differential of 75 Pa.

Question 2

Which ICC certification specifically covers energy inspection in residential construction projects?

Accepted Answer

Residential Energy Inspector/Plans Examiner (REIPE)

Answer

The ICC Residential Energy Inspector/Plans Examiner (REIPE) credential covers energy code compliance for residential construction.

Question 3

In ASHRAE 90.1, what is the primary method used to establish a baseline building model for the Energy Cost Budget path?

Accepted Answer

Appendix G Performance Rating Method

Answer

Appendix G of ASHRAE 90.1 defines the Performance Rating Method and provides the baseline building model rules for the Energy Cost Budget compliance path.

Question 4

A building's solar heat gain coefficient (SHGC) requirement is MOST directly related to which climate characteristic?

Accepted Answer

Annual cooling degree days

Answer

SHGC limits are driven primarily by cooling load potential, which correlates with annual cooling degree days in a given climate zone.

Question 5

Which section of the IECC addresses the commissioning requirements for commercial mechanical systems?

Accepted Answer

Section C408

Answer

IECC Section C408 outlines the systems commissioning and completion requirements for commercial HVAC, lighting, and other mechanical systems.

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ICC Energy and Sustainability Professionals 2