For a LEED project, which of the following strategies would contribute to earning points in the Water Efficiency category?
Correct Answer
D) Using low-flow plumbing fixtures and native landscaping
Water Efficiency points in LEED are earned through strategies that reduce water consumption, such as low-flow plumbing fixtures and native landscaping that requires minimal irrigation.
Why This Is the Correct Answer
Option B is correct because the LEED Water Efficiency category specifically focuses on reducing water consumption and managing water resources effectively. Low-flow plumbing fixtures directly reduce indoor water usage, while native landscaping reduces or eliminates the need for irrigation since these plants are adapted to local climate conditions. Both strategies directly contribute to water conservation goals and can earn points in the Water Efficiency category.
Why the Other Options Are Wrong
Option A: Installing high-efficiency lighting systems
Purchasing materials from local suppliers contributes to the Materials and Resources category by reducing transportation impacts and supporting the local economy, not water efficiency.
Option C: Purchasing materials from local suppliers
High-efficiency lighting systems contribute to the Energy and Atmosphere category, not Water Efficiency, as they focus on reducing electrical energy consumption rather than water usage.
Memory Technique
Use the acronym 'WEIM-ST' for LEED categories: Water, Energy, Indoor, Materials, Sites, Transportation. Match water-saving strategies only to the Water category.
Reference Hint
Florida Building Code Chapter 4 - Special Detailed Requirements Based on Use and Occupancy, Green Building Standards section
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