MR 1-4 Flashcards
What does MR stand for?
Materials & Resources
What is the MR prerequisite?
Storage and collection of recyclables.
What is the intent of the MR prerequisite?
Reduction in landfill.
What items must be recycled at minimum?
Paper, corrugated cardboard, glass, plastics, and metals.
What is MR Credit 1 called?
Building Reuse
What are 5 intents of Building Reuse Credit?
Extend existing stock, conserve resources, retain cultural resources, reduce waste, reduce environmental impacts.
How many points are available for Building Reuse?
Three
What is the minimum level requirement available for Building Reuse?
75% of structure and shell reused.
How is structure and shell defined for Building Reuse?
Exterior skin and framing.
What is excluded for structure and shell for reuse of building?
Window assemblies (for energy efficiency).
What is required for Building Reuse Credit 1.2?
100% of structure and shell reused.
What is required for Building Reuse Credit 1.3?
100% of structure and shell reused AND 50% of non-shell areas.
How is nonshell defined for Building Reuse?
Walls, floor coverings, and ceiling systems.
What does LEED prefer upgraded in Building Reuse credit?
Upgrade windows, mechanical systems, and plumbing fixtures.
What is MR Credit 2 called?
Construction Waste Management
What are 2 intents of Construction Waste Management credits?
Divert debris from landfill and redirect salvage and recyclables.
How many points are available for Construction Waste Management?
Two
What is required for Construction Waste Management credits?
Waste management plan, quantifying material diversion goals.
How do you calculate the percentage of Construction Waste Management Credits?
Calculations can be done by weight or volume, but must be consistent throughout.
Do you need a plan for Construction Waste Management credits?
Yes, required.
Can you donate salvage materials to nonprofits?
Yes, LEED even uses Habitat as example.
What is required for Construction Waste Management Credit 2.1?
Recycle or salvage 50%.
What is required for Construction Waste Management Credit 2.2?
Recycle or salvage 75%.
What is a strategy for Waste Management credits?
Designate a specific area on site for recycling and track efforts throughout the construction process.
What is MR Credit 3 called?
Resource Reuse
What is intent of Resource Reuse credits?
Extend life of materials reduces demand of virgin materials and reduces waste.
How many points are available for Resource Reuse?
Two
What is required for Resource Reuse Credit 3.1?
Specify 5% salvage or refurbished or reused materials.
What is required for Resource Reuse Credit 3.2?
Specify 10% salvage or refurbished or reused materials.
Name some materials recommended for Resource Reuse?
Beams, posts, paneling, doors and frames, cabinets, furniture, brick and decorative items.
What measure is used to calculate Resource Reuse credit?
Percentage of total cost of building materials (not including labor and equipment).
What is MR Credit 4 called?
Recycled Content
What are 2 intents of Recycled Content points?
Increase demand for recycled content materials and reduce extraction for new materials.
How many points are available for Recycled Content?
Two
What is required for Recycled Content Credit 4.1?
Use materials with recycled content such that the sum of post-consumer recycled content plus one-half of the post- industrial content constitutes at
least 5% of the total value of the materials in the project.
What is required for Recycled Content Credit 4.2?
Use materials with recycled content such that the sum of post-consumer recycled content plus one-half of the post- industrial content constitutes at
least 10% of the total value of the materials in the project.
What is post-consumer Recycled Content?
Materials that are not byproducts of an industrial process, but rather, that have been collected after being used by consumers.
What is post-industrial Recycled Content?
Left over materials from industrial process (leftover fiber in paper making).
What is a strategy for Recycled Content credits?
Establish a project goal, identify material suppliers that can achieve this goal.
