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LEED: green building
key terms
Question | Answer |
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Biodegradable | capable of decomposing under natural conditions. (EPA) |
Carbon Footprint | measure of greenhouse gas emissions associated with an activity. This includes, building construction, operation, energy use, building related transportation, and the embodied energy of water, solid waste, and construction materials. |
Ecosystem | a basic unit of nature that includes a community of organisms and their nonliving environment linked by biological, chemical, and physical processes. |
Environmental Sustainability | long-term maintenance of ecosystem components and functions for future generations. (EPA) |
High-Performance Green Building | structure designed to conserve water and energy; use space, materials, and resources efficiently; minimize construction waste; and create a healthful indoor environment. |
Integrated Design Team | all individuals involved in a building project from early in design process, including design professionals, owner’s representatives, general contractor and subcontractors. |
Life-Cycle Assessment | an analysis of the environmental aspects and potential impacts associated with a product, process, or service. |
Regenerative Design | sustainable plans for built environments that improve existing conditions. |
Sustainability | meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. (Brundtland Commission) |
Market Transformation | systematic improvements in the performance of a market or market segment. (i.e. EPA’s ENERGY STAR) |