LEED Green Associate (LEED GA) — Question 6

A retail store is pursuing LEED for Interior Design and Construction certification. Which of the following strategies should be conducted first?

Answer options

• A. Perform a life-cycle analysis
• B. Create an energy budget analysis
• C. Conduct a charrette with the project team
• D. Perform an energy model according to ASHRAE 90.1

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C because conducting a charrette with the project team facilitates collaboration and helps set the project goals and priorities effectively. The other options, while important, should follow the initial planning and goal-setting stage that the charrette provides.