{"product_id":"guide-to-the-leed-green-associate-v4-exam-isbn-9781118870310","title":"Guide to the LEED Green Associate V4 Exam","description":"\u003cb\u003eGUIDE TO THE LEED\u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e GREEN ASSOCIATE V4 EXAM\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePASS THE LEED\u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e GA V4 EXAM WITH THE HELP OF SOMEONE WHO’S BEEN THERE\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Guide to the LEED\u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e Green Associate V4 Exam\u003c\/i\u003e is a motivating, engaging guide to LEED\u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e design, packed with expert advice from one who has taken – and passed – the exam. Fully updated with the latest advances in sustainable design thought and technology, this book goes beyond traditional study guides to provide full coverage of the exam topics, plus expert tips on preparing and taking the exam itself. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe information is organized clearly, with sample questions and flashcards throughout, and the companion website features additional study aids including interactive flashcards and practice exams. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnderstand the LEED\u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e credentialing process, and the fundamental concepts of sustainable design\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Study the strategies and technologies of LEED\u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e design, from site selection to atmosphere\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Discover how best to handle water, energy, and waste during the construction process\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eGain insight into effective exam prep methods, and know what to expect on test day\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Test your knowledge with practice exam questions and interactive flashcards on the companion website\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eProfessionals eager to prove their skills will find the Guide to the \u003ci\u003eLEED\u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e Green Associate V4 Exam\u003c\/i\u003e to be an invaluable one-stop resource. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAcknowledgments xi\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction xiii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart I: Ramping Up 1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1 Understanding the Credentialing Process 3\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Tiers of the Credentialing Process 3\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLEED Green Associate 3\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLEED Accredited Professional with Specialty 4\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLEED Fellow 4\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLEED Professional Certificates\u003csup\u003eTM\u003c\/sup\u003e 5\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Exam Registration Process 5\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRegister! 6\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSchedule! 6\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhy Earn LEED Credentials? 6\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eQuiz Time! 7\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOnline Resources 8\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNotes 8\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2 Introduction to The Concepts of Sustainable Design 9\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Benefits of Green Buildings 10\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Triple Bottom Line 11\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSystems Thinking 12\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFeedback Loops 12\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLeverage Points 13\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLife‐Cycle Approach 13\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDo Green Buildings Cost More? 15\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eQuiz Time! 15\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNotes 17\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3 Integrative Process 19\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Project Team Members 19\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Traditional Approach 20\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Integrative Approach to Design and Construction 21\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDiscovery 21\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDesign and Construction 24\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOccupancy, Operations, and Performance Feedback 26\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eQuiz Time! 27\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOnline Resources 28\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNotes 29\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4 Third‐Party Verification 31\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUSGBC\u003csup\u003eR and \u003c\/sup\u003eGBCI™ 31\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRoles and Responsibilities 32\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Policies of USGBC and GBCI 32\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eQuiz Time! 34\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOnline Resources 36\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNotes 36\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5 The Leed Green Building Certification Program 37\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLEED for Building Design and Construction (BD+C) 38\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLEED for New Construction and Major Renovations\u003csup\u003eTM \u003c\/sup\u003e38\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLEED for Schools\u003csup\u003eTM \u003c\/sup\u003e38\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLEED for Healthcare\u003csup\u003eTM\u003c\/sup\u003e 39\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLEED for Core \u0026amp; Shell\u003csup\u003eTM\u003c\/sup\u003e 39\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLEED for Retail: New Construction\u003csup\u003eTM \u003c\/sup\u003e40\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLEED for Data Centers\u003csup\u003eTM \u003c\/sup\u003e40\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLEED for Warehouses and Distribution Centers\u003csup\u003eTM \u003c\/sup\u003e40\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLEED for Hospitality2. LEED for Homes: Homes and Multifamily Lowrise\u003csup\u003eTM\u003c\/sup\u003e and LEED for HOMES: Multifamily Midrise\u003csup\u003eTM\u003c\/sup\u003e40\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLEED for Homes 40\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLEED for Homes: Homes and Multifamily Lowrise\u003csup\u003eTM and \u003c\/sup\u003eLEED for HOMES: Multifamily Midrise\u003csup\u003eTM \u003c\/sup\u003e40\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLEED for Interior Design and Construction (ID+C) 41\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLEED for Commercial Interiors\u003csup\u003eTM \u003c\/sup\u003e41\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLEED for Building Operations and Maintenance (O+M) 41\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLEED for Existing Buildings: Operations \u0026amp; Maintenance 41\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLEED for Neighborhood Development (ND) 42\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLEED for Neighborhood Development: Plan\u003csup\u003eTM \u003c\/sup\u003eand LEED for Neighborhood Development: Built Project\u003csup\u003eTM\u003c\/sup\u003e 42\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Categories of LEED 42\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePrerequisites and Credits 43\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCredit Weightings 45\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eQuiz Time! 45\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOnline Resources 48\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNotes 49\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6 Essential Leed® Concepts 51\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLEED‐Online 51\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMinimum Program Requirements 52\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMPR 1. Must Be in a Permanent Location on Existing Land 52\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMPR 2. Must Use Reasonable LEED Boundaries 53\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMPR 3. 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77\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOnline Resources 80\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNotes 80\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8 Sustainable Sites 81\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSite Design and Management 82\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStrategies 82\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRainwater Management 86\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStrategies 86\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHeat Island Effect 90\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStrategies 90\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eQuiz Time! 92\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOnline Resources 95\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNotes 95\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9 Water Efficiency 97\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndoor Water Use 100\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProcess Water 100\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStrategies 100\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOutdoor Water 103\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStrategies 104\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eQuiz Time! 106\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOnline Resources 108\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNotes 108\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 10 Energy and Atmosphere 109\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCommissioning 109\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMinimum Energy Performance 110\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProcess Energy versus Regulated Energy 111\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRefrigerants 115\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExisting Buildings 115\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStrategies to Satisfy EA Prerequisites and Credits 115\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnergy Demand 116\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnergy Efficiency 118\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRenewable Energy 124\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOngoing Energy Performance 124\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eQuiz Time! 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