Comments on: Materials and Resources 2.1 – Construction Waste Management – Divert 50% http://www.greenexamacademy.com/mr2-1/ The Best Resource For Anyone Who Wants to Pass the LEED AP Exam. Over 100,000 Served and Counting! Wed, 01 Feb 2012 18:30:13 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0.4 By: Pat http://www.greenexamacademy.com/mr2-1/#comment-3131 Pat Sat, 25 Jul 2009 00:59:42 +0000 http://www.greenexamacademy.com/mr2-1/#comment-3131 Hi Karin, it is my belief that this is true, because you are indeed diverting from these materials going to the landfill. Usually, it's going to be from a third party company anyways. Hi Karin, it is my belief that this is true, because you are indeed diverting from these materials going to the landfill. Usually, it’s going to be from a third party company anyways.

]]> By: Karin http://www.greenexamacademy.com/mr2-1/#comment-3118 Karin Tue, 21 Jul 2009 13:14:19 +0000 http://www.greenexamacademy.com/mr2-1/#comment-3118 We are the designers for a major building remodel. If there are items removed that are taken by a private party for re-use, does that count as being diverted from the landfill? We are the designers for a major building remodel. If there are items removed that are taken by a private party for re-use, does that count as being diverted from the landfill?

]]> By: mike http://www.greenexamacademy.com/mr2-1/#comment-2810 mike Sat, 20 Jun 2009 16:46:55 +0000 http://www.greenexamacademy.com/mr2-1/#comment-2810 Pat- Under implementation you say the calculation is based on weight (lbs) and volume (cubic feet). These are both correct, except the units of measurement in the reference guide are tons and cubic yards. Pat-

Under implementation you say the calculation is based on weight (lbs) and volume (cubic feet). These are both correct, except the units of measurement in the reference guide are tons and cubic yards.

]]> By: Barefooter Roy http://www.greenexamacademy.com/mr2-1/#comment-2748 Barefooter Roy Sat, 13 Jun 2009 05:00:59 +0000 http://www.greenexamacademy.com/mr2-1/#comment-2748 Many questions from this section on my test. Look at the sample letter templates in this category for "required" documentation by the contractor. At least 2 questions buried "hazardous materials" responses in the answer options. Many questions from this section on my test. Look at the sample letter templates in this category for “required” documentation by the contractor. At least 2 questions buried “hazardous materials” responses in the answer options.

]]> By: parker http://www.greenexamacademy.com/mr2-1/#comment-2112 parker Sat, 21 Mar 2009 10:49:55 +0000 http://www.greenexamacademy.com/mr2-1/#comment-2112 Its true you can use them for either one, however you must pick one or the other. Any materials used to earn credit 3 cannot be used to earn MR credits 1,2,4,6, and 7. Its true you can use them for either one, however you must pick one or the other. Any materials used to earn credit 3 cannot be used to earn MR credits 1,2,4,6, and 7.

]]> By: jeffrey blydenburgh http://www.greenexamacademy.com/mr2-1/#comment-2111 jeffrey blydenburgh Sat, 21 Mar 2009 04:00:28 +0000 http://www.greenexamacademy.com/mr2-1/#comment-2111 Is it correct that doors and windows are included in MR c2 ? In the LEED Reference guide, salvaged doors and frames and windows are in MRc3. Is it correct that doors and windows are included in MR c2 ? In the LEED Reference guide, salvaged doors and frames and windows are in MRc3.

]]> By: Mark http://www.greenexamacademy.com/mr2-1/#comment-1901 Mark Thu, 12 Mar 2009 21:13:12 +0000 http://www.greenexamacademy.com/mr2-1/#comment-1901 Mine is last week of march..still have 2 weeks left.it is scary. Mine is last week of march..still have 2 weeks left.it is scary.

]]> By: OmarGreen http://www.greenexamacademy.com/mr2-1/#comment-1897 OmarGreen Thu, 12 Mar 2009 17:13:52 +0000 http://www.greenexamacademy.com/mr2-1/#comment-1897 YOU GOT IT MARK! When are u taking the test? I am scheduled for next week.Scary! YOU GOT IT MARK! When are u taking the test? I am scheduled for next week.Scary!

]]> By: Mark http://www.greenexamacademy.com/mr2-1/#comment-1895 Mark Thu, 12 Mar 2009 17:05:58 +0000 http://www.greenexamacademy.com/mr2-1/#comment-1895 Thanks Omar, it is an interesting article indeed. So I guess the answer is B. Wood. Thanks Omar, it is an interesting article indeed.
So I guess the answer is B. Wood.

]]> By: OmarGreen http://www.greenexamacademy.com/mr2-1/#comment-1889 OmarGreen Thu, 12 Mar 2009 03:11:18 +0000 http://www.greenexamacademy.com/mr2-1/#comment-1889 Mark, This very interesting article will give u the answer! http://www.epa.gov/climatechange/wycd/waste/downloads/Analyzing_C_D_Debris.pdf Good luck! Mark,
This very interesting article will give u the answer!

http://www.epa.gov/climatechange/wycd/waste/downloads/Analyzing_C_D_Debris.pdf

Good luck!

]]> By: Mark http://www.greenexamacademy.com/mr2-1/#comment-1887 Mark Thu, 12 Mar 2009 01:26:02 +0000 http://www.greenexamacademy.com/mr2-1/#comment-1887 Can anyone help me with this? Thanks in advance Which of the following is the largest component to construction debris going to landfill? A. Asphalt B. Wood C. Metal D. Drywall Can anyone help me with this? Thanks in advance
Which of the following is the largest component to construction debris going to landfill?

A. Asphalt
B. Wood
C. Metal
D. Drywall

]]> By: Jospeh http://www.greenexamacademy.com/mr2-1/#comment-1567 Jospeh Fri, 30 Jan 2009 08:54:04 +0000 http://www.greenexamacademy.com/mr2-1/#comment-1567 I tend to think that the denominator is strictly composed of construction and demolition debris. Which, to me does not include lunch garbage. It does not even include soil, rocks, or vegetation. Why would food be more representative of construction debris than soil and rocks? They do not specify, but food is definitely not added to the denominator. I tend to think that the denominator is strictly composed of construction and demolition debris. Which, to me does not include lunch garbage. It does not even include soil, rocks, or vegetation. Why would food be more representative of construction debris than soil and rocks? They do not specify, but food is definitely not added to the denominator.

]]> By: Evan http://www.greenexamacademy.com/mr2-1/#comment-1308 Evan Fri, 12 Dec 2008 17:35:38 +0000 http://www.greenexamacademy.com/mr2-1/#comment-1308 From what you guys have read, does construction debris include food waste during construction. In order to get a "percentage diverted" you need a denominator or total amount of material hauled offsite. Would lunch garbage from construction workers be considered construction waste, or is it count only actual building materials...? any thoughts and backup would be appreciated! From what you guys have read, does construction debris include food waste during construction. In order to get a “percentage diverted” you need a denominator or total amount of material hauled offsite. Would lunch garbage from construction workers be considered construction waste, or is it count only actual building materials…? any thoughts and backup would be appreciated!

]]> By: Ella http://www.greenexamacademy.com/mr2-1/#comment-1287 Ella Wed, 10 Dec 2008 02:18:27 +0000 http://www.greenexamacademy.com/mr2-1/#comment-1287 Hideo, I took the same quiz and also failed. The reason the project does NOT qualify, is because the MRp1: Storage and Collection or Recyclables, is not met. It requires at a min. to recycle glass, plastic, cardboard, metal and paper, and in the question, they only recycled glass, metal, and plastic, BUT NO paper and card board. That's why the project does NOT qualify at all, even those some of the credits look really good. Those people are tricky. :) Hideo,
I took the same quiz and also failed. The reason the project does NOT qualify, is because the MRp1: Storage and Collection or Recyclables, is not met. It requires at a min. to recycle glass, plastic, cardboard, metal and paper, and in the question, they only recycled glass, metal, and plastic, BUT NO paper and card board. That’s why the project does NOT qualify at all, even those some of the credits look really good.
Those people are tricky. :)

]]> By: Lilian http://www.greenexamacademy.com/mr2-1/#comment-1285 Lilian Wed, 10 Dec 2008 01:42:11 +0000 http://www.greenexamacademy.com/mr2-1/#comment-1285 I've just received a bunch of roofing materials and products from trades. Does anyone know if any of these roofing products are eligible for any credits? I’ve just received a bunch of roofing materials and products from trades. Does anyone know if any of these roofing products are eligible for any credits?

]]> By: waimeagirl http://www.greenexamacademy.com/mr2-1/#comment-1093 waimeagirl Wed, 05 Nov 2008 00:43:28 +0000 http://www.greenexamacademy.com/mr2-1/#comment-1093 I need some clafification on a FSC Chain of Custody question. In the implementation of MRc7 paet e. As a contractor or sub contractor I can purchase directly from a FSC certified seller but not from a reseller who purchased from a FSC who is not COC certified? I need some clafification on a FSC Chain of Custody question.
In the implementation of MRc7 paet e.
As a contractor or sub contractor I can purchase directly from a FSC certified seller
but not from a reseller who purchased from a FSC who is not COC certified?

]]> By: Hideo http://www.greenexamacademy.com/mr2-1/#comment-1092 Hideo Wed, 05 Nov 2008 00:30:35 +0000 http://www.greenexamacademy.com/mr2-1/#comment-1092 Now I see how it is!! Thank you JD! Now I see how it is!! Thank you JD!

]]> By: JD http://www.greenexamacademy.com/mr2-1/#comment-1090 JD Tue, 04 Nov 2008 19:34:25 +0000 http://www.greenexamacademy.com/mr2-1/#comment-1090 I came across this same question also in my studies. The only reason I presumed that the project did not qualify is because they did not mention recycling of paper and cardboard, a prerequisite for LEED Certification. I came across this same question also in my studies. The only reason I presumed that the project did not qualify is because they did not mention recycling of paper and cardboard, a prerequisite for LEED Certification.

]]> By: Hideo http://www.greenexamacademy.com/mr2-1/#comment-1087 Hideo Tue, 04 Nov 2008 12:09:18 +0000 http://www.greenexamacademy.com/mr2-1/#comment-1087 Hi Pat, I found the following quiz in the site of University of Florida. The given answer is,"The project is not eligible for LEED certification." I think MRc1.1, c1.2, and c7 would be applicable. Am I wrong? "A green-built fire station is being constructed out of a 1920s-era police station. The new building reuses 98% of the exterior structure of the old building and 40% of interior elements. It also intends to collect, store, and recycle glass, plastics, and metals. In addition, all wood purchased for the project will be FSC-certified, and the project team has made a large-scale effort to incorporate non-structural interior elements of the project, such as doors, that were unfit for use under the same circumstances, into decorative aspects such as trim. For which LEED points would the project be eligible? Hi Pat,
I found the following quiz in the site of University of Florida. The given answer is,”The project is not eligible for LEED certification.” I think MRc1.1, c1.2, and c7 would be applicable. Am I wrong?
“A green-built fire station is being constructed out of a 1920s-era police station. The new building reuses 98% of the exterior structure of the old building and 40% of interior elements. It also intends to collect, store, and recycle glass, plastics, and metals. In addition, all wood purchased for the project will be FSC-certified, and the project team has made a large-scale effort to incorporate non-structural interior elements of the project, such as doors, that were unfit for use under the same circumstances, into decorative aspects such as trim. For which LEED points would the project be eligible?

]]> By: jutta http://www.greenexamacademy.com/mr2-1/#comment-1039 jutta Wed, 22 Oct 2008 11:58:41 +0000 http://www.greenexamacademy.com/mr2-1/#comment-1039 asphalt is included. check the sample table 1 under MR2 in v2.2, p. 258 and also the narrative under 'considerations'. asphalt can be crushed and recycled and is well established. asphalt is included. check the sample table 1 under MR2 in v2.2, p. 258 and also the narrative under ‘considerations’. asphalt can be crushed and recycled and is well established.

]]> By: gerry http://www.greenexamacademy.com/mr2-1/#comment-1012 gerry Sat, 18 Oct 2008 17:37:40 +0000 http://www.greenexamacademy.com/mr2-1/#comment-1012 does an asphalt parking lot count as in this? does an asphalt parking lot count as in this?

]]> By: Jeanette http://www.greenexamacademy.com/mr2-1/#comment-767 Jeanette Mon, 08 Sep 2008 20:43:19 +0000 http://www.greenexamacademy.com/mr2-1/#comment-767 We will have two LEED projects under construction simultaneously, CS (core and shell) and CI (part of building occupied by the first tennant). We intend to submit MR Credit for Construction Waste Management on both projects. Do we need to have separate dumpsters for each submittal? We will have two LEED projects under construction simultaneously, CS (core and shell) and CI (part of building occupied by the first tennant). We intend to submit MR Credit for Construction Waste Management on both projects. Do we need to have separate dumpsters for each submittal?

]]> By: Pat http://www.greenexamacademy.com/mr2-1/#comment-387 Pat Fri, 23 May 2008 16:47:12 +0000 http://www.greenexamacademy.com/mr2-1/#comment-387 Chi, In looking at the matrix in the later versions of the reference guide, you are correct. There is an error on this page the MEP SHOULD BE INCLUDED. I apologize for the confusion, Chi. I think I got it confused with most of the other MR credits which exclude MEP - and it definitely makes sense to include MEP for this credit. My sincerest apologies, and thanks for catching that for everybody. Chi,

In looking at the matrix in the later versions of the reference guide, you are correct. There is an error on this page the MEP SHOULD BE INCLUDED. I apologize for the confusion, Chi. I think I got it confused with most of the other MR credits which exclude MEP – and it definitely makes sense to include MEP for this credit. My sincerest apologies, and thanks for catching that for everybody.

]]> By: Chi http://www.greenexamacademy.com/mr2-1/#comment-386 Chi Fri, 23 May 2008 10:44:39 +0000 http://www.greenexamacademy.com/mr2-1/#comment-386 This is so confusing to me. The graph of my first edition reference guide (p.235) tells me MEP is included. But Pat is telling me the new version says MEP is excluded. I would like to see that page personally. Pat, do you mind to send me a copy (pdf or jpg file) of that page says it is excluded if this is not too trouble to you? I am going to take NC AP exam next Tuesday. It is an important information for me to know. If you are too busy to do so, that's ok. Thanks. This is so confusing to me. The graph of my first edition reference guide (p.235) tells me MEP is included. But Pat is telling me the new version says MEP is excluded. I would like to see that page personally. Pat, do you mind to send me a copy (pdf or jpg file) of that page says it is excluded if this is not too trouble to you? I am going to take NC AP exam next Tuesday. It is an important information for me to know.
If you are too busy to do so, that’s ok.
Thanks.

]]> By: Sam http://www.greenexamacademy.com/mr2-1/#comment-373 Sam Sun, 18 May 2008 23:51:41 +0000 http://www.greenexamacademy.com/mr2-1/#comment-373 Hi Pat, I think Chi is right, the MRc2 does not mention MEP as excluded, infact the graph in the front of the MR section shows that MEP can be included as part of the construction debris. Thanks! Sam Hi Pat,
I think Chi is right, the MRc2 does not mention MEP as excluded, infact the graph in the front of the MR section shows that MEP can be included as part of the construction debris. Thanks!

Sam

]]> By: Pat http://www.greenexamacademy.com/mr2-1/#comment-283 Pat Wed, 23 Apr 2008 13:39:14 +0000 http://www.greenexamacademy.com/mr2-1/#comment-283 Chi, This is located within the text of the reference guide for MR1.1, MR2.1, and MR3.1. Are you sure you are using the correct reference guide? Which edition are you using? If you are using the first edition, it has since been updated. Thanks, and good luck. Chi,

This is located within the text of the reference guide for MR1.1, MR2.1, and MR3.1. Are you sure you are using the correct reference guide? Which edition are you using? If you are using the first edition, it has since been updated. Thanks, and good luck.

]]> By: Chi http://www.greenexamacademy.com/mr2-1/#comment-282 Chi Wed, 23 Apr 2008 09:56:22 +0000 http://www.greenexamacademy.com/mr2-1/#comment-282 My LEED NC reference guide does not tell MEP should be excluded in this credit. Can you tell me where you found this information? Thanks. My LEED NC reference guide does not tell MEP should be excluded in this credit. Can you tell me where you found this information? Thanks.

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