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NEW QUESTION # 96
The Required Breathing Zone Outdoor Airflow Vbz for a new banking facility is 0.120 CFM/ft2 (0.6 L/s/m2).
If the team
decides to attempt Increased Ventilation under Option 2 in the Indoor Environmental Quality Credit, Enhanced Indoor Air Quality Strategies, what is the minimum Design Zone Outdoor Airflow?
- A. 0.30 CFM/ft2 (1.5 (L/s)/m2)
- B. 0.156 CFM/ft2 (0.79 (L/s)/m2)
- C. 0.144 CFM/ft2 (0.73 (L/s)/m2)
- D. 0.168 CFM/ft2 (0.85 (L/s)/m2)
Answer: C
Explanation:
Explanation
This option requires the project to increase the breathing zone outdoor airflow by at least 20% above the minimum rates required by ASHRAE 62.1-2010. Therefore, the minimum design zone outdoor airflow is
0.120 CFM/ft2 x 1.2 = 0.144 CFM/ft2.
References: = [LEED v4: Building Design + Construction Guide], [Indoor Environmental Quality Credit:
Enhanced Indoor Air Quality Strategies], [ASHRAE 62.1-2010 User's Manual].
NEW QUESTION # 97
When following the LEED Building Design and Construction Integrative Process credit, which of the following is the approach for the design team to follow?
- A. Identify synergies among building systems and equipment
- B. Determine if green vehicles will be applicable to the project
- C. Locate a solid waste provider that has sorting capabilities
- D. Assure the aesthetics will match existing neighborhood conditions
Answer: A
Explanation:
The Integrative Process credit in LEED BD+C emphasizes a collaborative and holistic approach to design and construction. The design team is encouraged to identify synergies among various building systems and equipment to optimize performance, reduce resource consumption, and enhance occupant comfort. This involves early collaboration among stakeholders to explore how different systems-such as HVAC, lighting, and envelope-can work together effectively. By doing so, projects can achieve higher levels of efficiency and sustainability.
NEW QUESTION # 98
Which of the following items must have safe collection, storage, and disposal for Materials and Resources Prerequisite, Storage and Collection of Recyclables?
- A. Landscape waste
- B. Electronic waste
- C. Food waste
- D. Medical waste
Answer: B
Explanation:
This option requires the project to provide safe collection, storage, and disposal for electronic waste, such as computers, monitors, printers, and batteries, because it contains hazardous materials that can harm human health and the environment if not handled properly1. Electronic waste can be recycled or reused by certified e- waste recyclers or manufacturers2.
References: = [LEED v4: Building Design + Construction Guide], Recycled content.
NEW QUESTION # 99
A new five-story building with a 30,000 ft2 (2 800 m2) footprint is being designed on a previously disturbed100,000 ft2 (9 290 m2) site. The remaining on-grade surface will be 35,000 ft2 (3 250 m2) of asphalt parking, and 35,000 ft2 (3 250 m2) of native vegetated open space. To achieve a point for exemplary performance under Option 1 of Sustainable Sites Credit, Site Development - Protect or Restore Habitat, the design team will have to incorporate a native and/or adapted vegetated roof with a minimum area of
- A. 15,000 ft2 (1 400 m2)
- B. 12,500 ft2 (1 160 m2)
- C. 25,000 ft2 (2 300 m2)
- D. 35,000 ft2 (3 250 m2)
Answer: C
Explanation:
According to the LEED v4 Reference Guide for Building Design and Construction, Option 1 of the Site Development - Protect or Restore Habitat credit requires restoring 25% of the site area (including the building footprint) with native or adapted vegetation1. To achieve exemplary performance, the project must double the credit requirements and restore 50% of the site area2. In this case, the site area is 100,000 ft2 (9 290 m2), so the project must restore 50,000 ft2 (4 645 m2) with vegetation. The project already has 35,000 ft2 (3 250 m2) of native vegetated open space, so it needs to add another 15,000 ft2 (1 395 m2) of vegetation. Since the on- grade surface is fully occupied by the building footprint and the asphalt parking, the only option is to incorporate a vegetated roof. Therefore, the design team will have to incorporate a native and/or adapted vegetated roof with a minimum area of 15,000 ft2 (1 395 m2). References: SS Credit Site Development - Protect or Restore Habitat, LEED v4 Reference Guide for Building Design and Construction13
NEW QUESTION # 100
Which of the following activities must be prohibited within a building as a prerequisite to LEED certification?
- A. Preparing non-organic foods
- B. Smoking tobacco products
- C. Burning fossil fuels
- D. Manufacturing toxic chemicals
Answer: B
Explanation:
Explanation
Smoking tobacco products must be prohibited within a building as a prerequisite to LEED certification, according to the Indoor Environmental Quality Prerequisite, Environmental Tobacco Smoke Control1. This prerequisite aims to prevent or minimize exposure of buildingoccupants, indoor surfaces, and ventilation air distribution systems to environmental tobacco smoke (ETS), which is a known human carcinogen and a source of indoor air pollution2. The prerequisite requires the project to meet one of the following options:
* Option 1. No Smoking. Prohibit smoking in the building and within 25 feet (8 meters) of all entries, outdoor air intakes, and operable windows.
* Option 2. Smoking Areas. Designate smoking areas outside the building and at least 25 feet (8 meters) from all entries, outdoor air intakes, and operable windows. If smoking areas are enclosed, they must be negatively pressurized and vented directly to the outdoors. Prohibit smoking in all common areas of residential buildings and provide signage to indicate smoking and nonsmoking areas.
The other activities, such as burning fossil fuels, preparing non-organic foods, and manufacturing toxic chemicals, are not explicitly prohibited by any LEED prerequisites, although they may have negative impacts on the environment, health, and energy performance of the building.
References:
* LEED Reference Guide for Building Design and Construction v4
* Environmental Tobacco Smoke Control | U.S. Green Building Council
* Environmental tobacco smoke (ETS) - World Health Organization
* Environmental Tobacco Smoke - an overview | ScienceDirect Topics
NEW QUESTION # 101
When a project team sustainably develops a project site, the design should
- A. increase water runoff
- B. replace natural water flow patterns
- C. maximize construction pollution
- D. remediate sites already in decline
Answer: D
Explanation:
remediate sites already in decline
When a project team sustainably develops a project site, the design should aim to remediate sites already in decline, such as brownfields, degraded lands, or abandoned properties. By doing so, the project can restore the environmental quality, ecological functions, and social value of the site, as well as reduce the pressure on undeveloped lands and natural habitats. LEED offers credits for projects that choose to locate on and remediate sites already in decline, such as the Sustainable Sites Credit, Site Assessment and the Sustainable Sites Credit, Brownfields Remediation1.
NEW QUESTION # 102
What percentile of runoff from a regional development of an office building must a project manage on site by using low-impact development and green infrastructure to achieve three points under the Sustainable Sites Credit-Rainwater Management, Option 1. Percentile of Rainfall Events?
- A. 85th percentile
- B. 95th percentile
- C. 98th percentile
- D. 100th percentile
Answer: B
Explanation:
Detailed Explanation:
To achieve three points under the Rainwater Management credit, projects must manage the 95th percentile of regional rainfall events on site. This approach minimizes the impact of stormwater runoff on local watersheds and supports the use of low-impact development (LID) techniques such as bioswales, green roofs, and rain gardens.
NEW QUESTION # 103
For an emergency care facility project, which of the following credits can be achieved if the total cost of permanently installed products are 25% cradle-to-cradle V3 Gold and 25% GreenScreen List Translator?
- A. Materials and Resources Credit, Furniture and Medical Furnishing, Option 3. Multi-Attribute Assessment of Products & Innovation Credit, Innovation, Exemplary Performance
- B. Materials and Resources Credit, Furniture and Medical Furnishings, Option 3. Multi-Attribute Assessment of Products & Materials and Resources Credit, Building Product Disclosure and Optimization, Material Ingredients, Option 2. Material Ingredient Optimization
- C. Materials and Resources Credit, Building Life-Cycle Impact Reduction, Option 3. Building and Material Reuse
& Innovation Credit, Innovation, Exemplary Performance - D. Materials and Resources Credit, Building Product Disclosure and Optimization, Material Ingredients, Option 2.
Material Ingredient Optimization & Innovation Credit, Innovation, Exemplary Performance
Answer: D
Explanation:
The Materials and Resources Credit, Building Product Disclosure and Optimization, Material Ingredients, Option 2. Material Ingredient Optimization & Innovation Credit, Innovation, Exemplary Performance can be achieved if the total cost of permanently installed products are 25% cradle-to-cradle V3 Gold and 25% GreenScreen List Translator. This is because these certifications indicate that the materials used in the project have been assessed for their environmental and health impacts, contributing to the achievement of these credits.
NEW QUESTION # 104
Which of the following strategies can be used to decrease the envelope load of a building?
- A. Use economizers for free cooling
- B. Maximize daylighting
- C. Decrease opaque wall area
- D. Provide summer solar shading
Answer: D
Explanation:
Reducing the envelope load involves minimizing the heat that enters or escapes through a building's envelope (walls, windows, roof, etc.). Summer solar shading is an effective strategy to block direct sunlight during warmer months, decreasing the cooling load on the HVAC system. This method helps reduce solar heat gain, which lowers energy usage for cooling. Other options like maximizing daylighting (B) increase natural light but may also increase heat gain, and decreasing the opaque wall area (C) can actually increase energy loss. Economizers (D) are HVAC strategies and don't directly reduce the envelope load.
NEW QUESTION # 105
Which of the following must be included in the Sustainable Sites Credit, Site Assessment?
- A. Historic preservation plan to include neighboring properties
- B. A targeted Brownfield remedy plan
- C. The surrounding density within a 1/4 mi. (0.40 km) radius of the project boundary
- D. Proximity of vulnerable populations to major sources of air pollution
Answer: D
Explanation:
The correct answer is C. Proximity of vulnerable populations to major sources of air pollution.
According to the LEED v4.1 Reference Guide for Building Design and Construction, the Site Assessment credit requires projects to conduct and document a site inventory and analysis that covers the following topics1:
* Topography
* Hydrology
* Climate
* Vegetation
* Soils
* Human use
* Human health effects
The human health effects topic includes identifying the proximity of vulnerable populations, such as children, elderly, or low-income residents, to major sources of air pollution, such as highways, power plants, or industrial facilities. This information can help the project team design strategies to minimize the exposure of occupants and visitors to harmful pollutants and improve the indoor and outdoor air quality of the project1.
The other options are not required for the Site Assessment credit, although they may be relevant for other credits or prerequisites. A targeted Brownfield remedy plan is required for the Brownfields Remediation credit, which applies to projects located on sites contaminated by past uses1. A historic preservation plan to include neighboring properties is not required for any LEED credit, although projects that involve historic buildings or districts must comply with local regulations and standards for preservation1. The surrounding density within a 1/4 mi. (0.40 km) radius of the project boundary is not required for the Site Assessment credit, but it is used to calculate the points for the Surrounding Density and Diverse Uses credit, which encourages projects to locate in areas with high levels of existing development and mixed land uses1.
NEW QUESTION # 106
An urban office building project is installing a cooling tower. To save on potable water, the project would like to usea nonpotable water source to provide 20% of the cooling tower makeup water to achieve the maximum number ofpoints under Water Efficiency Credit, Cooling Tower Water Use. Which nonpotable water source would be the mostappropriate for use?
- A. Graywater from the building's hand-washing sinks
- B. Ground surface stormwater runoff
- C. Rainwater collected from the building roof
- D. Municipally supplied tap water
Answer: C
Explanation:
Explanation
Rainwater collected from the building roof would be the most appropriate nonpotable water source for use in a cooling tower. This is because rainwater is generally cleaner than other nonpotable sources and does not require extensive treatment before use.Additionally, using rainwater can help to reduce stormwater runoff, providing an additional environmental benefit.References: LEED AP Building Design + Construction (LEED AP BD+C) V4 resources1
NEW QUESTION # 107
The project team wants to modify the design of an office building copy room to minimize the risk of airborne contamination to the surrounding space. The design includes a separate exhaust, but due to design constraints the partition walls of the room cannot run deck-to-deck. What can the team do to achieve Indoor Environmental Quality Credit, Enhanced Indoor Air Quality Strategies?
- A. Provide a large opening to dilute air contaminates
- B. Provide a hard-lid ceiling
- C. Create positive pressure in the room
- D. Use MERV 8 (F5), or higher, filters
Answer: B
Explanation:
The Indoor Environmental Quality Credit, Enhanced Indoor Air Quality Strategies aims to establish better quality indoor air for the building occupants that promotes their comfort and well-being1. This credit requires the project team to implement several strategies to reduce the exposure of occupants and HVAC systems to environmental tobacco smoke, airborne contaminants, and chemicals1. One of the strategies is to design and construct all interior partitions to full height (deck-to-deck) or provide a hard-lid ceiling for spaces where hazardous gases or chemicals may be present or used2. This strategy helps prevent the migration of contaminants from one space to another through the plenum3. A copy room is an example of such a space, as it may contain printers, copiers, toners, and solvents that can emit volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and particulate matter (PM) into the air4. Therefore, the project team can achieve Indoor Environmental Quality Credit, Enhanced Indoor Air Quality Strategies by providing a hard-lid ceiling for the copy room.
Reference:
Enhanced Indoor Air Quality Strategies
Enhanced Indoor Air Quality Strategies - Canada Green Building Council
[LEED Reference Guide for Building Design and Construction v4], page 631 Copy Rooms: A Source of Indoor Air Pollution
NEW QUESTION # 108
In the step-by-step guidance for Location and Transportation Credit, Bicycle Facilities, which of the following requirements can define a bicycle network?
- A. One-way streets
- B. Traffic lights
- C. Bike share
- D. Slow speed roadways
Answer: D
Explanation:
According to the LEED Reference Guide for Building Design and Construction1, the Location and Transportation Credit, Bicycle Facilities, requires the project to provide short-term and long-term bicycle storage and a functional entry or bicycle storage within 200 yards of a bicycle network. The bicycle network is defined as any one of the following:
Off-street bicycle paths or on-street bicycle lanes that are physically marked and separated from motor traffic Streets designed for a target speed of 25 mph (40 km/h) or less, with traffic calming features such as curb extensions, speed humps, raised crossings, narrowed traffic lanes, median islands, tight corner radii, roundabouts, or landscaping Streets with a legal speed limit of 25 mph (40 km/h) or less that connect to a larger bicycle network Therefore, among the given options, only slow speed roadways can define a bicycle network, as they can provide a safer and more comfortable environment for cyclists. One-way streets, bike share, and traffic lights are not sufficient to define a bicycle network, as they do not necessarily indicate the presence of bicycle paths, lanes, or low-speed streets.
Reference:
LEED Reference Guide for Building Design and Construction v4
Bicycle facilities | U.S. Green Building Council
CI-v4.1 LTc4: Bicycle facilities | LEEDuser
Understanding bikeability: a methodology to assess urban networks
Bicycle Network | Making bike riding easier for everyone
NEW QUESTION # 109
A rectangular office building is located in an extremely humid climate and is shaded by very large adjacent buildings on all four sides. If the building owner wants to decrease the annual energy cost for operating the building, which of the following would be the best design approach?
- A. Recover waste energy through exhaust air energy recovery systems
- B. Install glazing with a higher solar heat gain factor
- C. Increase outdoor air intake quantities during summer months
- D. Install photovoltaic panels on the sides of the building
Answer: A
Explanation:
The best design approach for the office building is D. Recover waste energy through exhaust air energy recovery systems. This is because:
Installing glazing with a higher solar heat gain factor would increase the cooling load and energy consumption of the building, especially in an extremely humid climate where heat gain is high1.
Installing photovoltaic panels on the sides of the building would generate electricity from solar radiation, but it would not reduce the cooling load or energy consumption of the building, unless the electricity is used to power a heat pump or other cooling device2.
Increasing outdoor air intake quantities during summer months would provide more fresh air to dilute the indoor pollutants and improve the indoor air quality, but it would not reduce the cooling load or energy consumption of the building, unless it is combined with a ventilation system that recovers waste energy from the exhaust air stream34.
An exhaust air energy recovery system (ERV) is a type of mechanical ventilation that uses a heat exchanger to transfer heat between two streams of air: one that enters the building and one that exits. The ERV pre-cools and dehumidifies the incoming ventilation air by sending the rejected heat into the exhaust airstream to cool the condenser coil at a lower temperature. This reduces both the cooling load and energy consumption of the building, as well as improving its indoor humidity levels34. An ERV can also provide some fresh outdoor air to meet ASHRAE Standard 62 ventilation rates5.
Therefore, an ERV is a more efficient and effective design approach than glazing, photovoltaic panels, or increased outdoor air intake quantities for reducing the annual energy cost for operating an office building in an extremely humid climate and shaded by very large adjacent buildings on all four sides.
NEW QUESTION # 110
According to the Integrative Process Credit, the discovery phase of energy-related systems should identify
- A. functional performance tests
- B. ventilation rates
- C. transportation options
- D. thermal comfort ranges
Answer: B
Explanation:
According to the LEED v4 Reference Guide for Building Design and Construction, the discovery phase of energy-related systems should identify ventilation rates, along with other factors such as building orientation, envelope attributes, lighting levels, plug and process loads, and programmatic and operational parameters1. These factors should be used to create a preliminary "simple box" energy model to evaluate the energy performance of the building and explore potential strategies to reduce energy use1. The other options are not relevant for the discovery phase of energy-related systems. Functional performance tests are part of the implementation phase1. Thermal comfort ranges are related to indoor environmental quality2. Transportation options are related to sustainable sites3. Reference: IP Credit Integrative Process, LEED v4 Reference Guide for Building Design and Construction4123
NEW QUESTION # 111
The LEED project has a main entrance and two service entrances in an alley behind the building. Which entrances need non-smoking signage and at what maximum distance from the door(s) can the non-smoking signage be posted?
- A. At the main entrance, 25 ft. (7.5 m) from the door
- B. At the main entrance and the two service entrances, 10 ft. (3 m) from the doors
- C. At the main entrance, 10 ft. (3 m) from the door
- D. At the main entrance and the two service entrances, 25 ft. (7.5 m) from the doors
Answer: B
Explanation:
Explanation
According to the LEED v4 Reference Guide for Building Design and Construction, no smoking signage must be placed within 10 feet (3 meters) of every building entrance, except for alarmed emergency exits. This applies to both the main entrance and the service entrances, regardless of their location or frequency of use.
The signage is intended to communicate the no-smoking policy to occupants and visitors and prevent environmental tobacco smoke from entering the building. References: EQ Prerequisite Environmental Tobacco Smoke Control, LEED v4 Reference Guide for Building Design and Construction123
NEW QUESTION # 112
The Sustainable Sites Credit, Heat Island Reduction takes into account both new and three-year aged Solar Reflectance Index (SRI) values for roofing material because
- A. SRI generally increases with age
- B. SRI generally decreases with age
- C. SRI generally does not impact the Heat Island Effect
- D. SRI generally remains the same with age
Answer: B
Explanation:
SRI generally decreases with age
The Solar Reflectance Index (SRI) is a measure of the ability of a surface to reflect solar heat, as shown by a small temperature rise. It is calculated using the values of solar reflectance and thermal emittance of the surface. The higher the SRI, the lower the heat island effect. However, SRI generally decreases with age due to factors such as weathering, dirt accumulation, and biological growth. Therefore, the Sustainable Sites Credit, Heat Island Reduction takes into account both new and three-year aged SRI values for roofing material to ensure that the material maintains a high level of reflectance over time.
NEW QUESTION # 113
According to the Integrative Process Credit, Integrative Process, the goal-setting workshop should identify
- A. targeted LEED credits
- B. potential project sites
- C. expected water demand
- D. expected energy demand
Answer: A
Explanation:
According to the Integrative Process Credit, Integrative Process, the goal-setting workshop should identify targeted LEED credits. This is because the goal-setting workshop is a meeting that involves the project owner and key project team members to establish the project's sustainability goals, design objectives, and performance targets. One of the outcomes of the workshop is to identify the LEED credits that are relevant and achievable for the project, based on the project scope, budget, schedule, and site conditions. Therefore, option B is the correct answer. The other options are not the objectives of the goal-setting workshop. Potential project sites (option A) are usually determined before the goal-setting workshop, as they affect the project's feasibility and design. Expected water demand (option C) and expected energy demand (option D) are not identified in the goal-setting workshop, but rather in the preliminary water budget and the preliminary energy modeling, which are part of the analysis phase that follows the goal-setting workshop. For more information on the Integrative Process Credit, Integrative Process, you can refer to the LEED v4 Reference Guide for Building Design and Construction1 or the Projectific blog post on LEED Integrative Process Credit Explained2.
NEW QUESTION # 114
In order to meet the minimum qualifications for Energy and Atmosphere Prerequisite, Fundamental Commissioning and Verification a Commissioning (Cx) agent must have completed the commissioning process activities for a minimum of how many similar projects?
- A. Three
- B. Zero
- C. One
- D. Two
Answer: D
Explanation:
The commissioning (Cx) agent must have completed the commissioning process activities for a minimum of two similar projects in order to meet the minimum qualifications for Energy and Atmosphere Prerequisite, Fundamental Commissioning and Verification. This is stated in the LEED v4 Building Design + Construction Guide, under the section "Energy and Atmosphere Credits Overview". The guide also provides examples of similar projects that can be used as references for commissioning.
References: [LEED v4: Building Design + Construction Guide], Fundamental commissioning and verification
- U.S. Green Building Council, EA Energy & Atmosphere Overview - Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, Fundamental Commissioning and Verification - Above Green, EAp1: Fundamental Commissioning and Verification - Above Green, LEED credit library | U.S. Green Building Council
NEW QUESTION # 115
Which would contribute to compliance with Sustainable Sites Credit, Open Space?
- A. A mall with an indoor atrium, featuring a reflective roof
- B. An intensive vegetated roof, provided the building has at least a 1.0 Floor to Area Ratio (FAR)
- C. A parking lot that serves as the location for a monthly flea market
- D. A forested area containing nature trails, that also achieves Sustainable Sites Credit, Site Development - Protect or Restore Habitat
Answer: D
Explanation:
Explanation
According to the LEED v4: Building Design + Construction Guide, the Sustainable Sites Credit, Open Space requires the project to provide outdoor space greater than or equal to 30% of the total site area (including building footprint). At least 25% of that outdoor space must be vegetated, have overhead vegetated canopy, or be a water body. Option A does not qualify as outdoor space, Option B is not vegetated or a water body, and Option C only applies to projects with a FAR of less than 1.0. Option D meets the requirements for both outdoor space and vegetation, and also contributes to the protection or restoration of habitat1. References:
LEED v4: Building Design + Construction Guide, Sustainable Sites Credit, Open Space, Requirements1
NEW QUESTION # 116
In order to achieve Indoor Environmental Quality Credit, Quality Views the project team increased the window-to-wall ratio. Which prerequisite was impacted by this action?
- A. Energy and Atmosphere Prerequisite, Fundamental Refrigerant Management
- B. Energy and Atmosphere Prerequisite, Minimum Energy Performance
- C. Energy and Atmosphere Prerequisite, Fundamental Commissioning and Verification
- D. Energy and Atmosphere Prerequisite, Building-Level Energy Metering
Answer: B
Explanation:
The correct answer is A. Energy and Atmosphere Prerequisite, Minimum Energy Performance. This is because:
* Increasing the window-to-wall ratio (WWR) would reduce the solar heat gain and the cooling load of the building, which are two of the main factors that affect the energy performance of a building12.
* The WWR is defined as the ratio of the area of windows to the area of external walls in a building3.
The higher the WWR, the more natural light and ventilation can be achieved, which can improve the indoor environmental quality (IEQ) and reduce the need for artificial lighting and mechanical systems4.
* The LEED AP BD+C V4 credit for IEQ requires that buildings have a minimum WWR of 15% for south-facing walls and 20% for north-facing walls5. However, this minimum WWR may not be sufficient to achieve optimal IEQ in hot regions, where high solar radiation and humidity levels create high cooling demand6. Therefore, increasing the WWR beyond these minimum values can help achieve better IEQ by reducing both solar heat gain and cooling load.
* The other prerequisites are not impacted by increasing the WWR. Building-level energy metering is a prerequisite that requires measuring and reporting energy use at individual building units or zones5.
Fundamental refrigerant management is a prerequisite that requires ensuring proper handling, storage, use, recovery, and disposal of refrigerants used in cooling systems5. Fundamental commissioning and verification is a prerequisite that requires ensuring that all commissioning activities are documented and verified according to LEED standards5.
NEW QUESTION # 117
What LEED Building Design and Construction project type should exclude weekend transit service from the transit service level calculations for Location and Transportation Credit, Access to Quality Transit, if the project occupants do not commute to the building during weekends?
- A. Data centers
- B. Schools
- C. Hospitality
- D. Warehouses and distribution centers
Answer: A
Explanation:
Explanation
Data centers are buildings that house computer systems and associated components, such as servers, storage devices, and network equipment. They typically operate 24/7 and do not have regular commuting patterns of occupants. Therefore, they can exclude weekend transit service from the transit service level calculations for the Location and Transportation Credit, Access to Quality Transit12. This credit aims to encourage development in locations that are served by high-quality transit, which reduces greenhouse gas emissions, transportation costs, and automobile dependence.
References: = LEED v4: Building Design + Construction Guide, NC-v4.1 LTc5: Access to quality transit | LEEDuser
NEW QUESTION # 118
What issue must be present on the project site to achieve Location and Transportation Credit, High-Priority Site, Option 3. Brownfield Remediation?
- A. Asphalt construction waste
- B. Contaminated soil or groundwater
- C. Mercury containing lamps
- D. Asbestos tile and glue
Answer: B
Explanation:
Detailed
For the Brownfield Remediation option under the High-Priority Site credit, the project site must include contaminated soil or groundwater requiring cleanup to improve environmental conditions. This credit incentivizes the redevelopment of previously unusable or hazardous sites, helping to promote environmental restoration and sustainable land use.
NEW QUESTION # 119
A topographic assessment of a project site located 150 ft. (45 m) from a water body was conducted. The results of the slope analysis show that the site is generally sloping 6% to 8% to the northwest over most of the site, with some steep slopes located at the eastern edge of the property, which may impact the runoff volume.
Which one of the following LEED credits or prerequisites will be affected by these results?
- A. Location and Transportation Credit, Sensitive Land Protection
- B. Sustainable Sites Credit, Rainwater Management
- C. Sustainable Sites Prerequisite, Environmental Site Assessment
- D. Location and Transportation Credit, High-Priority Site
Answer: B
Explanation:
The Sustainable Sites (SS) Credit: Rainwater Management (A) would be affected by the slope analysis results. Slopes, especially those near water bodies, can significantly impact stormwater runoff volume and patterns. Managing runoff in sloped areas is crucial to minimize erosion, reduce pollutants, and protect nearby water bodies. This credit aims to reduce runoff volume and improve water quality by implementing effective rainwater management strategies based on site conditions. Other credits, like Environmental Site Assessment (B) or Sensitive Land Protection (C), don't focus on runoff management.
NEW QUESTION # 120
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