What is NOT a principle that should be followed for a successful green building

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试卷: LEED GA模拟题E[查看]
What is NOT a principle that should be followed for a successful green building project?
A: Multidisciplinary approach
B: Committing to green building early in the process
C: Budgeting the planning and design costs separately from the operations costs
D: Commitment to the process through the life of the project
E: Looking at long term savings

参考答案: C

本题解释:
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Reference: GBES LEED Green Associate Study Guide
One of the principles of an integrated process is an integrated project team.

Everyone involved in the project or that is impacted by the project such as neighbors are considered stakeholders.

The green building process should begin early instead of being an add-on later in the project. When green building products or designs are considered after construction has already started then it becomes more expensive and less efficient. It\'s like adding a second story onto a one story house. It\'s cheaper to build a two story house to begin with.

By separating costs stakeholders will not realize the long term savings green buildings have.

The green building process should not end when the occupants are allowed into the project. Systems will need repair and maintenance for the life of the building. Strategies that were put in place in the design need to be upheld for the greatest benefit.

Often owners consider only the upfront costs and not the long term operations and maintenance costs. Yes a more efficient HVAC system may cost 20% more up front, but if it cuts energy bills by 50% the payback may be only a few years, followed by 30 more years of lower energy bills.