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The questions for LEED Green Associate were last updated at Apr 21,2025.
- Exam Code: LEED Green Associate
- Exam Name: LEED Green Associate Exam
- Certification Provider: USGBC
- Latest update: Apr 21,2025
Which industry benchmarking tool is used for measuring ongoing energy performance?
- A . Bright Power’s EnergyScoreCard
- B . U.S. Department of Energy’s EnerCop
- C . EPA’s ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager
- D . U.S. Department of Energy’s EnergyIQ
Which strategy can be used to reduce the amount of construction waste?
- A . Encourage recycling
- B . Specify regional materials
- C . Increase the use of recycled content
- D . Institute an off-site composting program
Which is an example of a low-cost Water Efficiency strategy?
- A . Install new flush valves or flow restrictors
- B . Install subsurface cisterns to collect stormwater
- C . Use only compostable toilets throughout the facility
- D . Incorporate an on-site blackwater treatment system
Which of the following is a benefit of a building owner choosing to install a solar photovoltaic?
- A . Lower liabilities
- B . Heat Island Reduction
- C . Decreased upfront building cost
- D . Reduced greenhouse gas emissions
Which of the following is an appropriate usage of U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) terminology for a LEED project?
- A . LEED certified building
- B . LEED’s certified building
- C . LEED Accredited Building
- D . LEED Registered, Gold Building
Which of the following is a tradable commodity representing proof that a unit of electricity was generated from a renewable source?
- A . Tradable Energy Credit (TEC)
- B . Renewable Wind Certificate
- C . Renewable Energy Certificate
- D . Certificate for Innovative Renewables
In the commercial LEED rating systems, which point range will achieve the Silver level of certification?
- A . 30-39 points
- B . 40-49 points
- C . 50-59 points
- D . 60-69 points
Which of the following negative impacts on the environment are a result of waste being transported/diverted to landfills?
- A . Increased pre-consumer recycled content
- B . Decreased post-consumer recycled content
- C . Waste is incinerated and used to generate energy
- D . Solid waste produces methane and potent greenhouse gas
Which of the following principles is a part of the integrated process?
- A . Cradle-to-cradle
- B . Systems thinking
- C . Project scheduling
- D . Building information modeling
Which strategy can be used during the building process and after occupation to reduce waste?
- A . Implement a recycling program
- B . Use certified lumber for framing
- C . Use grey water for flushing of toilets
- D . Develop a Sustainable Purchasing Policy