Leed GA

Question 1

What is the EPAct of 1992

Answer 1

covers many products and services related to energy. It also sets standards for toilets and other water fixtures in both commercial and residential models.

Question 2

CIR s can be used for what purpose(s)

Answer 2

are use to ask one clear and concise question for technical and administrative guidance on MPRs, Prerequisites, or Credits

Question 3

For multiple building developments who determines the LEED PROJECT BOUNDARY?

Answer 3

The project team

Question 4

What is Chain-of-Custody (CoC) Certification?

Answer 4

refers to chronological documentation of paper trail. COC is important in LEED when dealing with certified wood.

Question 5

What is ASHRAE 55 related to?

Answer 5

is related to the comfort criteria of specific design conditions that take into account temperature, humidity, air speed, outdoor temperature, outdoor humidity, seasonal clothing, and expected activity. These all relates to occupant thermal comfort.

Question 6

What is ASHRAE 90.1 related to?

Answer 6

relates to HVAC systems. HVAC systems are defined as: equipment , distribution systems, and terminals that provide the processes of heating, ventilating, or air-conditioning.

Question 7

What are Credit Interpretation Rulings (CIR)?

Answer 7

They are designed for technical and administrative guidance for MPR

Question 8

What LEED category would SMACNA standards be used for?

Answer 8

Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ)

Question 9

What is the purpose of a LEED SCORECARD?

Answer 9

is to assist in determining the Total Project Score, and achievable Credits at the inception of a LEED Project.

Question 10

Where can the LEED Score Card be found?

Answer 10

USGBC’s website

Question 11

What is IESNA?

Answer 11

Illuminating Engineering Society of North America. Publisher of lighting design and illumination standards.

Question 12

What LEED categories contain standards related to VOC emissions?

Answer 12

Materials and resources (MR) and indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ)

Question 13

What is a MERV rating?

Answer 13

Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value.

Question 14

What are the Minimum Program Requirements (MPR) for a LEED Project?

Answer 14

Must be a permanent location on existing land/Must use a reasonable site boundary/Must comply with the project size requirements

Question 15

What is ASHRAE 62.1 related to?

Answer 15

is related to ventilation, controlling air contaminant levels, humidity, and temperature within a space.

Question 16

What LEED category would the Green -e standard be used for?

Answer 16

Energy and Atmosphere (EA)