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Question 1

A facility generates 200 tons of waste annually and diverts 140 tons from landfill. What is the waste diversion rate?

Accepted Answer

70%

Answer

Waste diversion rate = 140 ÷ 200 × 100 = 70%.

Question 2

Which standard provides the framework for facility energy management systems (EnMS) and is aligned with ISO 14001?

Accepted Answer

ISO 50001

Answer

ISO 50001 establishes requirements for an Energy Management System (EnMS) and shares the Plan-Do-Check-Act structure with ISO 14001.

Question 3

A building's chiller plant efficiency is measured in kW/ton. A lower kW/ton value indicates:

Accepted Answer

Better chiller efficiency

Answer

kW/ton measures electrical input per ton of cooling output; a lower ratio means less electricity used per unit of cooling, indicating better efficiency.

Question 4

Which type of green roof provides the greatest stormwater retention capacity but also the greatest structural load?

Accepted Answer

Intensive green roof (deep growing medium)

Answer

Intensive green roofs have deep soil profiles (>6 inches) that hold significantly more stormwater but impose greater structural loads on the building.

Question 5

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), which element of sustainable design must NOT compromise accessibility requirements?

Accepted Answer

Accessible parking and pathways

Answer

ADA-mandated accessible routes, parking spaces, and pathways must be maintained regardless of sustainability modifications to the site.

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