LEED Green Associate (LEED GA) — Question 68

Utilizing recycled materials achieves the green building objective of

Answer options

• A. minimizing the need for landfills
• B. promoting the use of virgin materials and resources
• C. encouraging environmentally responsible forest management
• D. increasing demand for products extracted and manufactured within the region

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer, A, highlights how utilizing recycled materials reduces landfill waste, which is a key aspect of green building. Options B and C contradict the principles of recycling, as B promotes new materials while C does not directly relate to recycling. Option D focuses on local production rather than waste reduction.