LEED Green Associate Practice Test

Disable ads (and more) with a membership for a one time $4.99 payment

Prepare for the LEED Green Associate Test with flashcards and multiple-choice questions. Each question comes with hints and explanations to help you understand the concepts better. Get ready for your LEED green associate exam!

Start Multiple Choice Practice Test
Start Flash Cards

Practice this question and more.

What do renewable energy certificates (RECs) represent?

  1. Proof of air quality compliance

  2. Proof that 1 kWh of electricity was generated from a renewable source

  3. Government approval for energy projects

  4. A certificate of good practice for energy providers

The correct answer is: Proof that 1 kWh of electricity was generated from a renewable source

Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) represent proof that 1 kilowatt-hour (kWh) of electricity was generated from a renewable source, such as solar, wind, or hydroelectric power. Each REC serves as a tradable commodity that verifies the generation of renewable electricity, allowing businesses and individuals to support clean energy. By purchasing RECs, organizations can claim to be utilizing renewable energy, even if the physical electricity consumed is from other sources. The other options do not accurately reflect the function of RECs. For instance, proof of air quality compliance pertains to emissions and pollutants, which is unrelated to the generation of renewable energy itself. Similarly, government approval for energy projects involves regulatory processes and is not the purpose of RECs. Lastly, a certificate of good practice for energy providers does not specifically address the renewable energy generation aspect that RECs focus on.

More Questions Like This