LEED Green Associate 2

Question 1

Which LEED credit category addresses the reduction of heat island effect in urban areas?

Accepted Answer

Sustainable Sites

Answer

Sustainable Sites includes credits for heat island reduction, such as using high-reflectance paving and vegetated roofs.

Question 2

What does the term 'commissioning' refer to in the context of LEED certification?

Accepted Answer

Verifying that building systems perform as designed

Answer

Commissioning is the process of verifying and documenting that building systems are installed and operate according to the owner's project requirements.

Question 3

A project team wants to earn the Rainwater Management credit. Which strategy would be MOST effective?

Accepted Answer

Using permeable pavement and bioretention areas

Answer

Permeable pavement and bioretention manage stormwater on-site by mimicking natural hydrology.

Question 4

Under LEED for Building Design and Construction, which prerequisite applies to ALL rating systems?

Accepted Answer

Fundamental Commissioning and Verification

Answer

Fundamental Commissioning and Verification is a required prerequisite across all LEED BD+C rating systems.

Question 5

What is the purpose of an Energy Use Intensity (EUI) benchmark in LEED projects?

Accepted Answer

To quantify a building's annual energy consumption per unit floor area

Answer

EUI expresses a building's energy use as a function of its size, enabling comparison to similar building types.

LEED - Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Certification Practice Test

LEED - Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Certification Practice Test

LEED Green Associate 2