LEED Green Associate (LEED GA) — Question 20

Which of the following strategies meets energy demand with renewable energy?

Answer options

• A. Installing a solar hot water heater
• B. Incinerating waste to heat a home
• C. Implementing a composting program in an office break room
• D. Purchasing Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) from a clean coal plant

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A, as a solar hot water heater utilizes solar energy, a renewable resource, to meet energy needs. Options B and D involve non-renewable methods or sources that do not align with renewable energy strategies, while option C does not directly address energy demand.