I’m sorry it took a little while to post the results of my test this morning. I was out getting lunch with my Dad…to celebrate! That’s right, I passed! I’m so relieved that it’s finally over and I can get back to my normal life again, but honestly all of the studying really paid off. […]
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The LEED Project Registration, CIR and Appeal Process – Lightning Round
Here is a "lighting round" of information regarding Project Registration, the Credit Interpretation Requests and Rulings (CIRs) and the Appeal Process in LEED. This information is as of January 2007. When updates occur, so will the information this page. Any of the information below could be asked on the Exam, so get familiar with it. […]
Yet Another Helpful LEED AP Chart – Know Your Roles (Decision Makers)
As my LEED AP exam day quickly approaches, I find myself fairly confident with all of the credits as I fill out the semi blank study guide. However, there is a lot more to the exam than just understanding the credits. Knowing the credit intentions and requirements is just 1/4 the battle. But thats ok! […]
SEMI-Blank LEED AP Exam Study Guide
Here is a handy-dandy "semi-blank" LEED AP Exam Study Guide. Think of this as sort of an answer key for the LEED AP Exam Blank Study Guide I posted earlier. Different people study in different ways, so here is another option for you – rather than filling out everything yourself, you can read off of […]
5 Days Left Until LEED Test – Plan of Attack
It’s been about 2 months since I first opened the NC 2.2 reference guide and it’s been about 1 month since I started to study hardcore style (staying up late, forcing myself to memorize everything, and the creation of greenexamacademy.com, etc.) I have 5 days until the LEED AP test. Below is my 5 day plan of attack. Again, my test […]
LEED AP Exemplary Performance / ID Credit Breakdown
There has been a lot of LEED ARE Forum talk about recent questions on the exam involving ID (Innovation in Design) thresholds. That being said, I hope this is a timely and useful post for you. Here is a question I found from the Colorado Chapter LEED Study Guide: Exceptional performance, also referred to as […]
It’s Good to Know LEED AP Synergies
synergy (syn·er·gy) the interaction of two or more agents or forces so that their combined effect is greater than the sum of their individual effects. cooperative interaction among groups, especially among the acquired subsidiaries or merged parts of a corporation, that creates an enhanced combined effect. the name I would give to an energy drink […]
Understanding Innovation in Design & Exemplary Performance Credits in LEED
Understanding the ID Credits and Exemplary Performance Credits (or Extra Credit) in the LEED AP Exam can be a little confusing. I’ll try and break it down for you. The Points As you should know, there is a maximum of 69 possible points in the LEED building certification process. There are 6 categories – each […]
LEED AP Exam Blank Study Guide
Here is a handy-dandy LEED AP Exam Blank Study Guide . If you can fill this out by memory before you take the exam, you’re looking real good as far as knowing all of the credits. Fill it out now, see what you know – and more importantly, notice what you need to work on. […]
Energy, Environmental, Health, and Economic Issues – The LEED Facts
I’ve seen a few sample questions ask about certain facts regarding a building’s environmental, health, and economic impact. These facts can also be good to know in case anyone asks you, “Why do you want to pass the LEED AP Exam?” (Or at least, these would be my answers…)Because… “Commercial, institutional, and residential buildings account […]
Study Guides
My recommendations for the most helpful study guides and audio books that you can find for every LEED rating system.
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Practice Exams
There are tons of practice exams available to help you study for your LEED exam. Here are the BEST practice exams you can find that I’ve personally used and recommend to anyone.
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Continuing Education (CE) Units
This 30 hour package includes everything you need to meet the GBCI Credential Maintenance requirements for LEED APs with Specialty.
Classes
Find out where LEED exam prep classes are being held in your local area. Training courses will help you get through the exam process quickly and easily.
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About Me
Hi! My name is Pat and I’m the guy behind GreenExamAcademy.com. I graduated with a B.A. in Architecture from the University of California Berkeley, and was working in an Architecture firm for the last few years in Southern California...