LEED Green Associate

Category - Materials

The primary waste management approach for deconstruction of existing structures is:
  1. reuse of buildings and materials
  2. reuse of recycled materials
  3. recycling all demolished materials
  4. recycling all waste packaging
Explanation
Answer: A - The primary waste management approach for deconstruction is reuse of buildings and materials. Waste prevention and material reuse help to delay the entry of items into the solid waste stream. When items must be discarded, they should be recycled whenever possible. This practice reduces the burden of landfills, and helps conserve natural resources by reducing the energy and pollution associated with manufacturing.
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