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LEED v4 GA Exam Flashcards
____________________________________________Concepts you should know to pass the LEED v4
Green Associate Exam
For access to 400 flashcards from our Super Study Pack click here.
Montreal Protocol
International treaty that agreed to: 1) Phase out CFCs by 2010 2) Phase out HCFCs by 2030
Heat Island Effect
Absorption of heat by hardscapes such as dark, non-reflective
pavement and buildings, and its radiation to surrounding areas
LEED Certification Points Levels
•Certified: 40-49 points •Silver: 50-59 points •Gold: 60-79 points •Platinum: 80+ points
Emissivity
Ability of a surface to shed thermal radiation (between 0 and 1)
What is SMACNA?
Sheet Metal Air Conditioning Contractors National Association
(SMACNA) has standards for maintaining indoor air quality during
construction and demolition.
Albedo
Also known as reflectance. Ability of a surface to reflect sunlight (0 to 1)
Which ASHRAE standard regulates thermal
comfort?
ASHRAE 55-2010, Thermal Comfort Conditions for Human Occupancy
Blackwater
Wastewater from toilets and urinals
Required Recyclables for MR Prerequisite
Paper, glass, cardboard, plastics and metals. Also e-waste is now required in LEED v4. Safe collection, storage and
disposal of at least two: batteries, mercurycontaining lamps, or e-waste
What are examples of natural refrigerants?
Ammonia, Water, Carbon Dioxide, Propane, Butane, Isopentane, etc.
What is the formula for enhanced refrigerant
management?
LCGWP + LCODP x 105 < 100 LC = life cycle
What is GBCI responsible for?
GBCI administers credentialing exams and building certification
What are the LEED credit categories?
1) Integrative Process 2) Location and Transportation 3) Sustainable Sites 4) Water Efficiency 5) Energy and Atmosphere 6) Materials and Resources 7) Indoor Environmental Quality 8) Innovation 9) Regional Priority
LEED for Homes must be verified by whom?
A Green Rater (Note: This is the only rating system that must have
projects verified.)
What is a baseline for green building?
The baseline is defined by the amount of energy or water the
building would consume if it used conventional materials and design.