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US Green Building Council LEED-Green-Associate Exam - Topic 4 Question 52 Discussion

Where could a project be located to purchase Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs)?
A) Almost anywhere
C) Only with cooperating local utilities or power markets
B) Where utilities are deregulated
D) Near hydroelectric dams, wind farms or other sources of renewable energy

US Green Building Council LEED-Green-Associate Exam - Topic 4 Question 52 Discussion

Actual exam question for US Green Building Council's LEED-Green-Associate exam
Question #: 52
Topic #: 4
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Where could a project be located to purchase Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs)?

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Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) are tradable, non-tangible energy commodities that represent the environmental attributes of one megawatt-hour of electricity generated from renewable sources, such as wind, solar, hydro, or biomass1.RECs can be purchased by anyone, regardless of their location or utility provider, to support the development of renewable energy and reduce their carbon footprint2.RECs can also help projects earn points for the LEED v4 Innovation credit for Green Power and Carbon Offsets, which requires the purchase of at least 50% of the total building energy use from renewable sources or offsets for a minimum of five years3.


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Noble
25 days ago
Yeah, or maybe through online platforms?
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Catarina
30 days ago
I think local energy providers might sell RECs.
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Catalina
1 month ago
I thought they were only available in certain states?
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Whitley
1 month ago
Many utilities offer them directly too!
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Miriam
2 months ago
Wait, are those really worth it though?
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Bulah
2 months ago
Totally agree, like the Energy Star website!
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Avery
2 months ago
You can buy RECs from online marketplaces.
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Ernie
2 months ago
I'm pretty sure you can purchase RECs from your local power company. That's what I do.
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Corrie
2 months ago
I heard you can also buy RECs from online marketplaces. That's where I get mine.
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Pedro
2 months ago
The project could be located at a renewable energy facility to purchase RECs.
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Aleshia
3 months ago
I feel like I read about non-profit organizations selling RECs as well, but I can't remember if they were the best choice for purchasing.
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Rochell
3 months ago
I practiced a question similar to this where we discussed the role of brokers in REC transactions. I wonder if that's a valid option here too?
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Isreal
3 months ago
I remember something about state programs offering RECs, but I can't recall the specifics. Did we cover any examples in class?
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Alyssa
4 months ago
I think RECs can be purchased from various sources like utility companies or online marketplaces, but I'm not entirely sure which ones are the most reliable.
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Phillip
4 months ago
This question is testing our knowledge of renewable energy systems and regulations. I'll need to think strategically about the key players and platforms involved in REC transactions.
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Kris
4 months ago
I've got an idea - RECs are probably purchased directly from renewable energy producers or through online REC marketplaces. I'll focus on researching those options.
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Polly
4 months ago
Renewable energy certificates? I'm a little unsure about the specifics here. I'll need to review my notes on renewable energy policies and programs.
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Malinda
4 months ago
Okay, I've seen RECs mentioned in my sustainability coursework. I think they're often bought and sold through specialized markets or brokers.
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Tamar
5 months ago
Hmm, this seems like a tricky one. I'll need to think through where RECs are typically purchased and traded.
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