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NEW QUESTION # 29
A project has total waste of 20 tons (18.1 tonnes) that includes the following:
8 tons (7.3 tonnes) of recycled demolition steel and concrete
2 tons (1.8 tonnes) of trees cleared from the site
. 3 tons (2.7 tonnes) of commingled scrap with 40% diverted
. 6 tons (5.4 tonnes) of used furniture donated to a non-profit organization
1 ton (0.9 tonnes) of removed carpet and ceiling tiles sent back to the manufacturer What is the percentage of diverted waste for Materials and Resources Credit, Construction and Demolition Waste Management?
- A. 90%
- B. 60%
- C. 100%
- D. 75%
Answer: D
Explanation:
Explanation
The percentage of diverted waste for Materials and Resources Credit, Construction and Demolition Waste Management is calculated by dividing the total weight of diverted materials by the total weight of waste generated1. Diverted materials are those that are reused, recycled, salvaged, or donated2. In this case, the total weight of diverted materials is:
8 tons (7.3 tonnes) of recycled demolition steel and concrete
6 tons (5.4 tonnes) of used furniture donated to a non-profit organization
1 ton (0.9 tonnes) of removed carpet and ceiling tiles sent back to the manufacturer
40% of 3 tons (2.7 tonnes) of commingled scrap, which is 1.2 tons (1.1 tonnes) The sum of these weights is 16.2 tons (14.7 tonnes). The total weight of waste generated is 20 tons (18.1 tonnes). Therefore, the percentage of diverted waste is:
(16.2 / 20) x 100 = 81%
However, the credit allows for a 10% adjustment for vegetative waste, which is not considered a building material3. Therefore, the percentage of diverted waste after adjustment is:
(81 - 10) = 71%
The closest answer option to this value is B. 75%.
References:
Construction and Demolition Waste Management
Construction Waste Management
Construction and Demolition Waste Management - Canada Green Building Council
NEW QUESTION # 30
Which of the following standards needs to be followed to comply with Indoor Environmental Quality Credit, Thermal Comfort?
- A. ASHRAE 55-2010
- B. ASHRAE 90.1-2010
- C. ASHRAE 189.1-2010
- D. ASHRAE 62.1-2010
Answer: A
Explanation:
Explanation
To comply with Indoor Environmental Quality Credit, Thermal Comfort, the standard that needs to be followed is ASHRAE 55-2010, Thermal Environmental Conditions for Human Occupancy, with errata or a local equivalent1. This standard specifies the combinations of indoor thermal environmental factors and personal factors that will produce thermal environmental conditions acceptable to a majority of the occupants within the space2. The standard also provides methods for measuring and evaluating thermal comfort, as well as guidance for design, operation, and maintenance of thermal comfort systems2. References: Thermal comfort; ASHRAE 55-2010
NEW QUESTION # 31
A new Science Education Center is pursuing LEED certification. Which of the following strategies could be submitted to earn an Innovation in Design credit?
- A. The implementation of a comprehensive metering strategy to measure three individual energy end uses
- B. The installation of an air-purifying facade material on the front entrance of the building
- C. The selection of energy-efficient LED fixtures for all of the building's lighting
- D. The integration of rainwater management strategies to achieve a Regional Priority Credit
Answer: B
Explanation:
Explanation
This strategy could be submitted to earn an Innovation in Design credit because it addresses a green building topic not covered by any existing LEED credit. The air-purifying facade material is a novel and sustainable feature that can reduce the environmental impact of the building by removing pollutants from the air and improving the outdoor air quality1.
References: = LEED v4: Building Design + Construction Guide, Air-purifying facade material.
NEW QUESTION # 32
A building owner is considering the installation of a solar thermal panel on the roof of the building. The initial cost of the system is higher than a conventional natural gas system. Which of the following is true to make the renewable energy option economically feasible?
- A. Higher initial cost must exceed the savings on the utility cost over the lifetime of the system
- B. Higher initial cost must exceed the cost of the utility over the lifetime of the system
- C. Utility cost savings over the lifetime of the system must offset the higher initial cost
- D. Utility cost savings over the lifetime of the system must be lower than the higher initial cost of the system
Answer: C
Explanation:
Explanation
The renewable energy option is economically feasible if the present value of the utility cost savings over the lifetime of the system is greater than or equal to the present value of the higher initial cost of the system. This means that the system will pay for itself and generate net savings in the long run. The utility cost savings depend on the amount of energy produced by the solar thermal panel, the price of natural gas, and the inflation rate. The higher initial cost depends on the size, type, and installation of the solar thermal panel.
References:
* Solar Thermal: Complete Guide to the Pros, Cons and Costs
* Renewable Energy vs Natural Gas - How The Costs Stack Up
* Is Solar Cheaper Than Natural Gas? - PowerSouth Energy Cooperative
* LEED Reference Guide for Building Design and Construction v4
NEW QUESTION # 33
Which of the following projects is eligible to pursue the Energy and Atmosphere Prerequisite,Minimum Energy Performance, Option 2. Prescriptive Compliance: ASHRAE 50% Advanced Energy Design Guide?
- A. 110,000 ft2 (10 219 m2) school project
- B. 50,000 ft2 (4 645 m2) office project
- C. 80,000 ft2 (7 432 m2) hospital project
- D. 140,000 ft2 (13 006 m2) retail project
Answer: A
Explanation:
Explanation
The Energy and Atmosphere Prerequisite, Minimum Energy Performance, Option 2. Prescriptive Compliance:
ASHRAE 50% Advanced Energy Design Guide allows projects to follow the recommendations of the ASHRAE 50% Advanced Energy Design Guides (AEDGs) for different building types and climate zones. The AEDGs provide design guidance for buildings that use 50% less energy than those built to the requirements of the ANSI/ASHRAE/IES Standard 90.1-2004 commercial code1. However, not all building types and sizes are covered by the AEDGs. According to the LEED Reference Guide for Building Design and Construction2, the following building types and sizes are eligible for this option:
* Small to Medium Office buildings up to 100,000 ft2 (9 290 m2)
* Medium to Large Retail buildings up to 100,000 ft2 (9 290 m2)
* K-12 School buildings up to 200,000 ft2 (18 580 m2)
* Warehouse and Distribution Center buildings up to 500,000 ft2 (46 450 m2) Therefore, among the given options, only the school project is eligible to pursue this option, as it falls within the size limit for the K-12 School AEDG3.
References:
* LEED Reference Guide for Building Design and Construction v4
* Minimum Energy Performance - ASHRAE 90.1 - 2010
* ASHRAE 50% Advanced Energy Design Guide for K-12 School Buildings
* Advanced Energy Design Guides | Department of Energy
NEW QUESTION # 34
Which of the following is required to earn Energy and Atmosphere Credit, Renewable Energy Production if using aSolar Photovoltaic System?
- A. Carbon offsets
- B. Daylighting strategies
- C. Passive solar strategies
- D. Produced electricity consumed on-site
Answer: D
Explanation:
Explanation
The Energy and Atmosphere Credit, Renewable Energy Production rewards projects that use renewable energy systems to offset building energy costs1. According to the LEED Reference Guide for Building Design and Construction2, the credit has two options: Option 1. On-Site Renewable Energy and Option 2. Off-Site Renewable Energy. Option 1 requires the project to use renewable energy systems that are located on the project site and that produce electricity or thermal energy for the project. The amount of renewable energy production is calculated based on the percentage of the annual energy cost that is offset by the renewable energy systems. Option 2 requires the project to use renewable energy systems that are located off the project site and that are owned by the project or have a long-term contract with the project. The amount of renewable energy production is calculated based on the percentage of the annual energy use that is offset by the renewable energy systems.
Therefore, among the given options, only Option D is relevant to the credit requirements, as it implies that the solar photovoltaic system is located on the project site and that the produced electricity is consumed by the project. The other options, such as carbon offsets, daylighting strategies, and passive solar strategies, are not directly related to the credit requirements, although they may have other benefits for the project.
References:
* Renewable Energy Production | U.S. Green Building Council
* LEED Reference Guide for Building Design and Construction v4
* Solar Photovoltaic Technology Basics | Department of Energy
* Photovoltaic system - Wikipedia
NEW QUESTION # 35
A project's total site area is 240,000 ft2 (22 297 m2) and the building footprint is 40,000 ft2 (3 716 m2). How much outdoor space and vegetated space must it provide to earn Sustainable Sites Credit, Open Space?
- A. 72,000 ft2 (6 689 m2) of outdoor space of which 18,000 ft2 (1 672 m2) must be vegetated
- B. 60,000 ft2 (5 574 m2) of outdoor space of which 50,000 ft2 (4 645 m2) must be vegetated
- C. 72,000 ft2 (6 689 m2) of outdoor space of which 60,000 ft2 (5 574 m2) must be vegetated
- D. 60,000 ft2 (5 574 m2) of outdoor space of which 15,000 ft2 (1 394 m2) must be vegetated
Answer: A
Explanation:
Explanation
According to the LEED v4 Reference Guide for Building Design and Construction, the project must provide outdoor space that is at least 30% of the total site area (including the building footprint), of which at least 25% must be vegetated. In this case, the project must provide 0.3 x 240,000 ft2 = 72,000 ft2 (6 689 m2) of outdoor space, of which 0.25 x 72,000 ft2 = 18,000 ft2 (1 672 m2) must be vegetated. Therefore, option C is the correct answer.References: LEED v4 Reference Guide for Building Design and Construction, p.5411
NEW QUESTION # 36
Which of the following will contribute to reducing the heat island effect?
- A. Intensive vegetated roof
- B. Steep sloped roof with initial SRI of 35
- C. Artificial turf grass
- D. Low sloped roof with initial Solar Reflectance Index (SRI) of 64
Answer: A
Explanation:
Explanation
An intensive vegetated roof is a roof that has a thick layer of soil and plants that provide shade, evapotranspiration, and stormwater management. It can reduce the heat island effect by lowering the surface and air temperature of the roof and the surrounding area. Artificial turf grass does not reduce the heat island effect because it is not a living plant and does not provide cooling benefits. A steep sloped roof with initial SRI of 35 does not meet the minimum requirement of 39 for Option 1 or 32 for Option 2 of the Heat Island Reduction credit. A low sloped roof with initial SRI of 64 exceeds the minimum requirement of 82 for Option
1 or 64 for Option 2, but it is not the best option among the choices because it only reflects solar radiation and does not provide other benefits such as shading, evapotranspiration, and stormwater management.References:
* Heat Island Reduction credit in LEED BD+C: New Construction v4.1 - LEED v4.11
* SpecTopics: Heat Island Reduction Credit and LEED V4/V4.12
* LEED Principle: Urban Heat Island Mitigation and Roofing3
NEW QUESTION # 37
A contractor wants to use an adhesive that exceeds the allowed Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) content limit under Indoor Environmental Quality Credit, Low Emitting Materials. This credit canbe earned if
- A. the adhesive is not included in the LEED documentation
- B. 95% of the adhesives used comply with the VOC content limit and emissions requirements
- C. 75% of the adhesives used comply with the VOC content limit and emissions requirements
- D. the VOC budget method is applied for VOC content
Answer: D
Explanation:
Explanation
This credit can be earned if the VOC budget method is applied for VOC content. The VOC budget method allows the use of some products that exceed the VOC content limit, as long as the total VOC content of all products within a category does not exceed the total allowable VOC content for that category1. The adhesive is a product within the wet-applied and aerosol adhesives category, which has a VOC content limit of 70 g/L1.
The contractor must calculate the VOC budget for this category and ensure that it does not exceed the limit.
The other options are not valid ways to earn this credit. The adhesive must be included in the LEED documentation, as all products used in the project must be accounted for1. The credit requires that 100% of the adhesives used comply with the VOC content limit and emissions requirements, not 75% or 95%1.
References:
*Low-emitting materials, p. 2
NEW QUESTION # 38
In order for a product to contribute to Materials and Resources Credit, Building Product Disclosure and Optimization, Environmental Product Declarations, Option 1. Environmental Product Declaration, the product needs to be
- A. Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)-certified
- B. critically reviewed life-cycle assessment conforming to ISO 14044
- C. cradle-to-cradle certified
- D. third-party verified in a Corporate Sustainability Report (CSR)
Answer: B
Explanation:
Explanation
The correct answer is D. critically reviewed life-cycle assessment conforming to ISO 14044. This is because:
*Option 1 of this credit requires the use of products that have environmental product declarations (EPDs), which are documents that provide information about the environmental impact of a product throughout its life cycle1.
*EPDs are based on life-cycle assessments (LCAs), which are systematic analyses of the environmental aspects and potential impacts of a product from raw material extraction to disposal2.
*LCAs must conform to the international standard ISO 14044, which specifies the principles and framework for conducting and reporting LCAs3. LCAs must also be critically reviewed by an independent panel of experts to ensure their validity and reliability4.
*The other options are not relevant for this credit. FSC certification is a label that indicates that a wood product comes from a well-managed forest5. Cradle-to-cradle certification is a label that indicates that a product is designed for circular economy, with minimal waste and toxicity. CSR is a report that discloses the social and environmental performance of a company.
References: 1: Building product disclosure and optimization - environmental product ... 2: [Life Cycle Assessment - an overview | ScienceDirect Topics] 3: [ISO 14044:2006(en), Environmental management - Life cycle ...] 4: [Critical Review in LCA - an overview | ScienceDirect Topics] 5: [Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) | U.S. Green Building Council] : [Cradle to Cradle Certified Products Program] : [Corporate Sustainability Reporting - an overview | ScienceDirect Topics]
NEW QUESTION # 39
Based on the results of a six-hour waste stream study, the project team for a retail project plans to provide dedicated areas for four easily recyclable waste streams: cardboard, plastic, metal and paper. The project is open to the public 10 hours a day, six days a week. Which of the following actions should be the project team's top priority in order to demonstrate the minimum requirements to achieve Materials and Resources Prerequisite, Storage and Collection of Recyclables?
- A. Make a waste stream projection for the entire week, based on the six hours of the waste stream study
- B. Extend the waste stream study to cover a representative time period of a minimum of 24 hours to identify the top five recyclable waste streams
- C. Take appropriate measures for the safe collection, storage and disposal of batteries
- D. Make a waste stream projection for the entire year based on the six hours of the waste stream study
Answer: B
Explanation:
Explanation
According to the LEED v4 Reference Guide for Building Design and Construction, the project team must conduct a waste stream audit to identify the top five recyclable waste streams generated by the building and its occupants. The audit must cover a representative time period of a minimum of 24 hours, and must account for variations in the type and quantity of waste generated by different building uses andoperations. The project team must then provide dedicated areas for the collection and storage of these materials for recycling. The project team must also provide dedicated areas for the collection and storage of batteries, mercury-containing lamps, and electronic waste, or demonstrate that a local program is in place to properly dispose of these materials.
References:
* LEED v4 Reference Guide for Building Design and Construction, Materials and Resources Prerequisite:
Storage and Collection of Recyclables, page 5441
* LEED v4 Credit Tutorials: Materials & Resources (BD+C/ID+C), Prerequisite: Storage and Collection of Recyclables2
NEW QUESTION # 40
Which system is eligible for the Energy and Atmosphere Credit, Renewable Energy Production?
- A. Ground-source heat pumps
- B. Passive solar and daylighting strategies
- C. Tidal-based electrical production
- D. Municipal solid waste combustion
Answer: C
Explanation:
Explanation
Tidal-based electrical production is eligible for the Energy and Atmosphere Credit, Renewable Energy Production. This credit rewards projects that use renewable energy systems to offset building energy cost.
According to the LEED v4 BD+C Reference Guide, renewable energy systems are defined as "those that use resources that are naturally replenished within a 100-year or shorter cycle and that are greenhouse gas neutral on an annual basis" 1. Tidal-based electrical production meets this definition, as it uses the kinetic energy of the tides to generate electricity without emitting greenhouse gases. The other options are not eligible for this credit, as ground-source heat pumps are not considered renewable energy systems, municipal solid waste combustion is not greenhouse gas neutral, and passive solar and daylighting strategies do not offset building energy cost.References: LEED v4 BD+C Reference Guide, Energy and Atmosphere Category, EAc Renewable Energy Production, page 572.
NEW QUESTION # 41
Which of the following is the location of CO2 sensors in naturally ventilated spaces to comply with the Indoor Environmental Quality Prerequisite, Minimum Indoor Air Quality Performance?
- A. At least 6 ft. (2 m) above the floor
- B. On the ceiling 3 ft. (1 m) away from adjacent walls
- C. Between 3 ft. and 6 ft. (1 m and 2 m) above the floor
- D. At least 3 ft. (1 m) away from windows
Answer: C
Explanation:
Explanation
According to the LEED v4: Building Design + Construction Guide, the location of CO2 sensors in naturally ventilated spaces to comply with the Indoor Environmental Quality Prerequisite, Minimum Indoor Air Quality Performance is between 3 ft. and 6 ft. (1 m and 2 m) above the floor. This is one of the requirements for Option 2. Naturally Ventilated Spaces, which applies to projects that rely on natural ventilation for all or part of the occupied spaces.The CO2 sensors must be located in each zone with natural ventilation openings, and must be capable of generating an alarm when the CO2 concentration exceeds the design value1.
The other choices are not correct, because:
* At least 6 ft.(2 m) above the floor is the location of CO2 sensors in mechanically ventilated spaces, not naturally ventilated spaces1.
* At least 3 ft.(1 m) away from windows is a general guideline for locating CO2 sensors, but it does not specify the height above the floor2.
* On the ceiling 3 ft.(1 m) away from adjacent walls is not a recommended location for CO2 sensors, as it may not reflect the actual CO2 concentration at the breathing zone of the occupants2.
References: LEED v4: Building Design + Construction Guide, Indoor Environmental Quality Prerequisite, Minimum Indoor Air Quality Performance, Option 2.Naturally Ventilated Spaces, Requirements1; ASHRAE Standard 62.1-2016, User's Manual, Chapter 6, Section 6.2.72
NEW QUESTION # 42
A design team is pursuing Indoor Environmental Quality Credit, Indoor Air Quality Assessment. The building is 1,000 ft2 (93 m2) and has a 10 ft. (3 m) ceiling height. In order to earn the credit, what is the required volume of supply air for the entire building flush-out?
- A. 14,000,000 ft3 (396 435 m3)
- B. 35,000,000 ft3 (991 089 m3)
- C. 3,500,000 ft3 (99 108 m3)
- D. 10,000,000 ft3 (283 168 m3)
Answer: A
NEW QUESTION # 43
Which of the following plumbing fixtures apply to the calculations in Water Efficiency Prerequisite, Indoor Water Use Reduction?
- A. Toilets, urinals, pre-rinse spray valves
- B. Toilets, private lavatory faucets, dishwashers
- C. Urinals, showerheads, commercial kitchen filling operations faucets
- D. Urinals, public lavatory faucets, kitchen sink faucets
Answer: D
Explanation:
Explanation
According to the LEED v4: Building Design + Construction Guide, the Water Efficiency Prerequisite, Indoor Water Use Reduction requires the project to reduce the aggregate water consumption from plumbing fixtures and fittings by at least 20% from the baseline. The baseline water consumption is determined by the Energy Policy Act of 1992 and subsequent rulings by the Department of Energy, or a local equivalent for projects outside the U.S.The plumbing fixtures and fittings that apply to the calculations are toilets, urinals, lavatory faucets (both private and public), showerheads, and kitchen sink faucets1.Pre-rinse spray valves, dishwashers, and commercial kitchen filling operations faucets are not included in the calculations, as they are considered process water uses1.Therefore, the correct answer is C, urinals, public lavatory faucets, kitchen sink faucets.References: LEED v4: Building Design + Construction Guide, Water Efficiency Prerequisite, Indoor Water Use Reduction, Requirements1
NEW QUESTION # 44
A newly constructed school has installed solar thermal systems and wind turbines on site. To achieve the maximum number of Energy and Atmosphere points, which team members must be included?
- A. Construction Manager and Energy Modeler
- B. Energy Modeler and Commissioning (Cx) Agent
- C. Commissioning (Cx) Agent and Facilities Manager
- D. Energy Modeler and Contractor
Answer: B
Explanation:
Explanation
To achieve the maximum number of Energy and Atmosphere points, the project team must include an energy modeler and a commissioning agent.The energy modeler is responsible for performing the whole-building energy simulation that demonstrates the energy performance improvement over the baseline building, which is required for Energy and Atmosphere Prerequisite 2 and Credit 11.The commissioning agent is responsible for verifying that the building's energy systems are installed, calibrated, and perform according to the owner's project requirements, basis of design, and construction documents, which is required for Energy and Atmosphere Prerequisite 1 and Credit 31.The commissioning agent also ensures that the renewable energy systems are properly integrated and functioning2. The contractor and the construction manager are not directly involved in the energy modeling or commissioning process, although they must follow the design specifications and coordinate with the commissioning agent. The facilities manager is not required for achieving the Energy and Atmosphere points, although they may benefit from the training and documentation provided by the commissioning agent.References:
* LEED v4 for Building Design and Construction, p.361
* Understanding Integrative Design in LEED v4, p.92
NEW QUESTION # 45
The WaterSense label or local equivalent requirement in Water Efficiency Prerequisite, Indoor Water Use Reduction ensures that eligible newly installed plumbing fixtures will
- A. comply with mandatory federal government regulations
- B. be both water efficient and high performing
- C. be advertised as LEED compliant
- D. comply with all international plumbing system requirements
Answer: B
Explanation:
Explanation
The WaterSense label or local equivalent requirement in Water Efficiency Prerequisite, Indoor Water Use Reduction ensures that eligible newly installed plumbing fixtures will be both water efficient and high performing. The WaterSense label is a voluntary program by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) that identifies and promotes water-efficient products that meet EPA's specifications for water efficiency and performance. The label applies to tank-type toilets, water-using urinals, private lavatory faucets, and showerheads. For projects outside the U.S., local equivalents may be used if they meet the same criteria as WaterSense or are listed on the USGBC website. The label does not imply that the fixtures are LEED compliant, comply with mandatory federal government regulations, or comply with all international plumbing system requirements.References:
* Water Efficiency Prerequisite: Indoor Water Use Reduction in LEED BD+C: New Construction v4.1 - LEED v4.11
* What is the WaterSense Label and How Does it Apply?2
* LEED QUALIFICATION GUIDE - v43
* WaterSense Labeled Homes4
NEW QUESTION # 46
The project team has decided to substitute the flooring in the school gym with natural rubber flooring that has met the Sustainable Agriculture Standard. The cost of the substituted flooring is $80,000. The project will achieve
- A. Materials and Resources Credit, Building Product Disclosure and Optimization - Sourcing of Raw Materials, Option 2. Leadership Extraction Practices
- B. Materials and Resources Credit, Building Product Disclosure and Optimization - Sourcing ofRaw Materials, Option 1. Raw Material Source and Extraction Reporting
- C. Materials and Resources Credit, Construction and Demolition Waste Management, Option 1. Diversion
- D. Materials and Resources Credit, Building Product Disclosure and Optimization Environmental Product Declarations, Option 1. Environmental Product Declarations
Answer: A
Explanation:
Explanation
Materials and Resources Credit, Building Product Disclosure and Optimization - Sourcing of Raw Materials, Option 2. Leadership Extraction Practices Natural rubber flooring is a bio-based material that can contribute to the achievement of Option 2 of the Sourcing of Raw Materials credit, which requires using products that meet at least one of the responsible extraction criteria for at least 25%, by cost, of the total value of permanently installed building products in the project1.By meeting the Sustainable Agriculture Standard (SAN), the natural rubber flooring demonstrates that it has been produced in a way that conserves biodiversity, protects natural resources, and enhances social and economic well-being2. Therefore, the cost of the substituted flooring ($80,000) can be counted towards the credit threshold.
References:
* Reference Guide for Building Design and Construction v4 - Pages 263-2641
* Sustainable Agriculture Standard | Rainforest Alliance3
NEW QUESTION # 47
Increasing which of the following variables will require an increase in the outdoor airflow rate under Indoor Environmental Quality Prerequisite, Minimum Indoor Air Quality Performance?
- A. Supply air temperature set point
- B. Supply air velocity
- C. System ventilation efficiency
- D. Number of occupants
Answer: D
NEW QUESTION # 48
What is the basis of energy consumption in determining the percentage of green power or carbon offsets?
- A. Quality
- B. Quantity
- C. Efficiency
- D. Performance
Answer: B
Explanation:
Explanation
The basis of energy consumption in determining the percentage of green power or carbon offsets is the quantity of energy used by the project, measured in kilowatt-hours (kWh) or British thermal units (Btu). Green power is electricity generated from renewable sources, such as solar, wind, hydro, biomass, or geothermal.
Carbon offsets are reductions or removals of greenhouse gas emissions from a project or activity that compensates for theemissions from another source. According to the LEED Reference Guide for Building Design and Construction1, the Energy and Atmosphere Credit, Green Power and Carbon Offsets, requires the project to engage in a contract for qualified resources that meet the following requirements:
* The contract term is at least five years.
* The green power or carbon offsets are based on the quantity of energy consumed by the building.
* The green power is Green-e Energy certified or the equivalent.
* The carbon offsets are Green-e Climate certified, Verified Carbon Standard certified, Gold Standard certified, or the equivalent.
References:
* LEED Reference Guide for Building Design and Construction v4
* Green Power and Carbon Offsets | U.S. Green Building Council
* Green Power and Carbon Offsets - LEEDuser
* Green Power and Carbon Offsets - LEED v4 for BD+C: New Construction ...
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