NCIDQ - site analysis by tvenette

Question 1

Sustainable Design

Answer 1

The environmental impact of a building, the wise use of both exterior and interior materials, energy conservation, use of alternate energy sources, adaptive reuse, indoor air quality, recycling, reuse and other strategies to achieve a balance between the consuption of environmental resources and the renewal of those resources.

Question 2

Site Analysis

Answer 2

The investigation and evaluation of conditions within which the project will be completed.

Question 3

Field Survey

Answer 3

Determines: size and configuration: structural elements, existing nonloadbearing partitions, cabinetry and built-in items, doors and windows, MEP elements, the condition of all elements, true north, views, noise, special features and potential environmental issues.

Question 4

Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Certification

Answer 4

A national, consensus-based building rating system designed to accelerate the development and implementation of green building practices.

Question 5

U. S. Green Building Counsil

Answer 5

A national coalition of leaders from all aspects of the building industry working to promote buildings that are both environmentally responsible and profitable and that provide healthy spaces to live and work.