Chapter 1 - Becoming A LEED Green Associate Flashcards
What is LEED AP?
The advanced level of LEED credentials that requires an advanced knowledge in green building as well as expertise in a particular LEED rating system.
What is lean process improvement?
The principle of continuously improving any process through the elimination of waste in every step of manufacturing.
What is LEED Green Associate?
He basic level of LEED credentials that requires a documented, up to date understanding of the most current green building principles and practices.
What is sulfur dioxide (SO2)?
A highly reactive gas that is primarily produced through the combustion of fossil fuels at power generation plants and other processes at manufacturing facilities.
What is triple bottom line?
An accounting framework that incorporates the social, environmental, and economic dimensions if an organization.
What is a vertical farm?
A crop grown vertically instead of horizontally on the ground. Also known as a farmscraper.
What are volatile organic compounds (VOCs)?
Harmful organic chemical compounds that evaporate under normal indoor temperature and pressure conditions and are released by synthetic materials such as floorings, wall coverings, furniture and paints adhesives and sealants.
What is xeriscaping?
Landscaping designed to reduce or eliminate potable water use in irrigation through the planting of native and adapted species or vegetation and the use of other water-conserving techniques.
What is zero net energy?
A level of efficiency for a high performance building that produces all the energy is uses and is so energy efficient, a renewable energy system can offset all or most of its annual energy consumption.
