LEED Green Associate Practice Test

Which of the following is an impact in the enhance individual human health and wellbeing category?

1. Support occupant comfort and well-being

2. Promote sustainable materials

3. Minimize waste production

4. Increase energy efficiency

The correct answer is: Support occupant comfort and well-being

Supporting occupant comfort and well-being directly relates to enhancing individual human health and well-being. This involves creating environments that promote physical comfort, mental well-being, and overall quality of life for the occupants. Strategies could include ensuring adequate lighting, improving indoor air quality, and providing access to natural elements, all of which contribute to the health and happiness of individuals within a space. The other choices focus on different areas of sustainability. Promoting sustainable materials relates to reducing the environmental impact of building materials rather than directly addressing human health. Minimizing waste production is about responsible waste management practices, and increasing energy efficiency targets reduction in resource consumption and operational costs, again without a direct focus on individual health and well-being. In contrast, supporting occupant comfort and well-being specifically prioritizes the needs and experiences of people in the built environment, thereby aligning perfectly with the goal of enhancing individual health and well-being.