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What is the main benefit of examining solutions from different perspectives in green building?

  • It leads to more effective designs. (correct)
  • It ensures each discipline works independently.
  • It focuses solely on cost reduction.
  • It adds time to the design process.

Which professionals are NOT mentioned as part of the sustainable neighborhood design team?

  • Marketing specialists (correct)
  • Traffic engineers
  • Land-use planners
  • Civil engineers

What outcome did users of the integrated design process report over time?

  • They chose not to repeat their collaborations.
  • They preferred to work alone.
  • They became more skilled in the process. (correct)
  • They found the process increasingly unhelpful.

How can the iterative pattern of an integrative process impact project timelines?

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What foundational concept does sustainability rely on within the context of building design?

<p>Designing and operating systems effectively (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of project design can significantly enhance collaborative work sessions?

<p>Fostering communication among team members (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

An integrative design approach is particularly valuable because it allows teams to:

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of sustainable systems in green building?

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What percentage of total energy use in the U.S. buildings is attributed to buildings?

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Which organization is known for the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification system?

<p>U.S. Green Building Council (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following aspects is NOT a significant environmental impact of buildings?

<p>Biodiversity loss (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Sustainable building practices primarily aim to reduce which of the following?

<p>Environmental impacts (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which section of the guide reviews the application of green technologies and strategies?

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What is the significance of environmental impact assessments in the context of green building?

<p>To evaluate potential negative effects on the environment (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of raw materials use is attributed to buildings in the U.S.?

<p>40% (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which sustainable strategy is primarily aimed at reducing energy consumption in buildings?

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What is the goal of projects striving for carbon neutrality?

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Which of the following practices is not typically associated with green building?

<p>Maximizing carbon emissions from construction (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the green building process differ from traditional practices?

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Which of the following is a common result of implementing green building practices?

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What is a significant challenge mentioned regarding achieving high levels of green performance in projects?

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What mindset is crucial for effective green building development?

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What is the primary purpose of incorporating feedback loops in green building processes?

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Which strategy is important for achieving zero total energy costs in projects linked to the grid?

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Flashcards

Integrative Design

A design approach where different perspectives, scales, and levels of detail are considered to create a more effective design.

Green Building

The process of designing, constructing, and operating buildings in a sustainable manner.

Systems Thinking

An approach to understanding systems and finding sustainable solutions that consider interrelationships.

Sustainable Systems

Systems designed and operated to last over time.

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Iterative Process

A process that repeats steps again and again to refine a solution as more information becomes available.

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Sustainable Neighbourhood Design

Strategies for designing neighborhoods that meet environmental and social needs.

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Green Building Expertise

Requires new skills, knowledge, attitudes, and mindsets to create and maintain a sustainable built environment.

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Green Building Process

Interdisciplinary, iterative, and collaborative. Teamwork and critical thinking are essential.

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Zero Energy Projects

Buildings connected to the grid, drawing electricity at night and contributing during the day using renewable energy, resulting in zero energy costs.

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Carbon Neutral Projects

Buildings that emit no more carbon than they can capture or offset.

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Water-Neutral Projects

Buildings using no more water than precipitation, or recycling/reusing all materials.

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Feedback Loops

Built into the green building process to improve solutions continuously.

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Average Green Building Savings

Green buildings generally save energy, use less water, generate less waste, and create healthier, more comfortable indoor environments.

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Green Building Importance

Buildings significantly impact the environment and human health. They consume resources, energy, water, materials, and produce waste, thus needing sustainable practices.

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Building Environmental Impact (US)

U.S. buildings consume: 14% of potable water, 30% of waste, 40% of raw materials, 38% of carbon dioxide emissions, 24%-50% of energy, and 72% of electricity.

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Green Building Rationale

Green building is crucial because of the significant environmental and health impacts of buildings, highlighting the need for changing traditional practices.

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Sustainability

A related concept to green building, focusing on the long-term use of resources in a way that meets current needs without compromising future generations' ability to meet their own needs.

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Green Building Process Overview

Involves designing, constructing, and operating buildings sustainably, considering various sections like rationale, concepts, design/operation components, technologies, and programs by USGBC (especially LEED).

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Study Notes

LEED Core Concepts Guide

  • Developed by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC)
  • Third Edition
  • Introduces LEED and green building
  • Provides information on green building and related concepts
  • Includes a purchase agreement and license to use the guide
  • Contains a disclaimer about liability and responsibility
  • Includes a list of acknowledgements for contributors
  • Contains a table of contents with sections on Imagine It, Introduction to Green Buildings and Communities, Sustainable Thinking, Sustainable Thinking at Work: New Processes for Building Green, Green Building Core Concepts and Application Strategies, About USGBC and LEED, Conclusion, Appendices (Resources and Case Study Information)
  • Explains the environmental impact of buildings
    • Buildings account for 14% of potable water consumption, 30% of waste output, 40% of raw materials use, 38% of carbon dioxide emissions, 24% to 50% of energy use, and 72% of electricity use in the US.
  • Discusses the cumulative effect of conventional building practices on human health, the environment, and the economy
    • Clearing land for development negatively impacts wildlife.
    • Manufacturing and transporting materials can cause pollution.
    • Increased energy and water use, along with waste generation, are associated with building operation.
  • Highlights the importance of green building for human health and environmental preservation
    • Green buildings utilize less energy
    • Green buildings increase occupant satisfaction
    • Green buildings result in lower maintenance costs and reduced carbon emissions
  • Explains what green building is and its relationship to sustainability
    • Sustainability involves design, planning, construction, operations, and end-of-life management of structures, seeking a healthy balance between environmental, social, and economic benefits.
    • The triple bottom line of sustainability includes People (social capital), Planet (natural capital), and Profit (economic capital)
  • Discusses the rise of the green building industry and its connection to climate change
  • Outlines the importance of location in green building projects and the various contextual factors considered (natural, infrastructural, and social).
  • Includes project case studies like Northwest Gardens, Cannon Design Chicago Office Relocation, Villa Alegre, and Adlai E. Stevenson High School to illustrate LEED principles in practice.
  • The guide is presented as having many sections, and with project examples from real locations.

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