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Design Benefits of the LEED Green Associate
Credential Demand for Green Associates LEED
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Objectives
Explain the history of LEED and the Green Associate
credential.
Identify the sources of demand for Green Associates.
Describe LEED applications in various fields.

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The names and photos of credentialed individuals are

published in the online U.S. Green Building Council
(USGBC) directory, which employers can use for
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Many sustainable practices

are being implemented in
agriculture. For example,
many agricultural
operations use alternative
energy sources such as
biogas for power.

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Another sustainable
practice is vertical farming.
A vertical farm, also known
as a farmscraper (farm
skyscraper), grows crops
vertically instead of
horizontally on the ground.

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Aeroponic gardens use a water mist to provide the plants

roots with nutrients.

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Hotels have begun to see the importance and advantages

of utilizing sustainable practices in the operation of their
hotels.

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Energy consultants analyze energy-usage data to create

actionable solutions for energy efficiency.

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Building controls and automation are critical components of

high-performance green buildings.

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Human resources
management can involve
managing an organization
to benefit its triple bottom
line by integrating
sustainable employee,
community, and
environmental programs
with financial goals.

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Interior designers are expected to know what reflects the

latest trends in sustainable and fashionable interior design.

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Clientele who want sustainable landscaping will seek out

landscaping firms that can help reduce or eliminate potable
water use in irrigation through the planting of native and
adapted species of vegetation and the use of other water-
conserving techniques (such as xeriscaping).

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Examples of sustainable solutions in manufacturing include

closed-loop systems for process water, renewable energy
resources, high-performance equipment, building
automation, and recycling.

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Marketing and public relations literature that describes

green efforts in design, operations, and manufacturing must
accurately and effectively communicate the environmental
and social benefits of those sustainable practices.

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Real estate brokers promote the features of a property that

are the most appealing to any given market. Sustainable
attributes such as LEED certification, sustainable
communities, green schools, zero net energy, photovoltaic
panels, and reclaimed wood floors are desirable features.

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LEED Green Associates are up to date with current trends

to reduce vehicle emissions through strategies such as
locating sites in high-density areas, developing electric and
alternative fuel vehicles, and promoting the use of
alternative means of transportation such as public
transportation, carpooling, and car-sharing programs.

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The elements of a sustainable city or community include

community gardens, walking and bicycle paths, composting
sites, permeable hardscapes, zero-energy buildings, green
roofs, public transportation, water reclamation for irrigation,
xeriscaping, and mixed-used buildings.

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