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he 'Indian Green Building Council Accredited Professional Examination' (IGBC AP) offered by
IGBC is a credential for professionals to participate in green building projects.

The examination is not based on any specific rating system. It is designed to test the knowledge
of a candidate on green building design and construction.

Qualified individuals can be involved in projects registered under the 'IGBC rating programmes'
like IGBC Green Homes, IGBC Factory buildings, IGBC Existing Buildings etc., Projects would
achieve one credit point under 'Innovation and Design' category if an IGBC AP is part of the
project team.

The examination is online, computer based and offered twice a month (i.e 1st & 3rd Saturday of
every month) at Merit Trac examination centre's in the following cities:

 Ahmedabad
 Bengaluru
 Chennai
 Kochi
 Coimbatore
 Delhi
 Hyderabad
 Kolkota
 Mumbai
 Pune

In the following cities, period of exam is once a month (3rd Saturday) and the centre's are subject
to availability. In case any of the centre's mentioned below is not available, the exam will be
scheduled to the nearest city mentioned in the above list.
  Aurangabad
 Bhopal
 Bhubaneswar
 Chandigarh
 Gurgaon
 Guwahati
 Gwalior
 Indore
 Jaipur
 Lucknow
 Madurai
 Mangalore
 Mysore
 Nagpur
 Nashik
 Noida
 Patna
 Siliguri
 Surat
 Trichy
 Trivandrum
 Vadodara
 Vijayawada
 Visakhapatnam

The candidates will have to specify their preferred location and date for examination in the
application form.

Note: The above test centre's are subject to availability on the dates mentioned.

Examination Administration

The 'Indian Green Building Council Accredited Professional Examination' is being offered
through MeritTrac Services Private Limited, India's Premier and largest skills Assessment
Company. MeritTrac has conducted 4 million exams so far and is currently assessing close to 1.8
million candidates per year. MeritTrac has state-of-the-art assessment centres across the country
for conducting high stake exams and offering great candidate test-taking experience.

Candidates need to register with the Indian Green Building Council through the IGBC website
www.igbc.in. On receipt of the examination fee, an automated confirmation email will be sent to
the registered email id. The exact address of the Test Centre will be communicated via email to
the registered email id, 5 days prior to the date of exam.

Results will be reported to the candidate immediately on completion of the exam.

Successful candidates will be awarded the 'IGBC Accredited Professional' certificate and will be
listed on the IGBC web site.

UConstruction of environmentally friendly buildings, also called green building, requires an

understanding of energy efficiency. Training programs in this field are available at the
bachelor's, master's, and certificate levels.

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Essential Information

Bachelor's degree programs in sustainable building design teach entry-level students the basics
of green building through the efficient use of resources. Courses usually cover materials, energy
efficiency, and structural design over four years of study.

Master's programs offer training in advanced topics, such as sustainability theory and aesthetics,
which help students create functional and attractive designs that are also friendly to the
environment. Many programs are offered on a part-time basis to accommodate working students,
meaning programs may last three years instead of two.

Individuals with some prior training in construction or architecture can study green building
through certificate programs, which usually can be completed in two years or less. Courses may
include energy efficiency regulations, daylighting, retrofitting, and renewable energy systems.

nsuccessful candidates can schedule to retake the exam by repeating the registration process.

The Green Building Concept is gaining major importance in India, considering the tremendous
benefits that it offers. A green building is one which uses less water, optimises energy
efficiency, conserves natural resources, generates less waste and provides healthier spaces
for occupants, as compared to a conventional building.

CII-Indian Green Building Council's (IGBC) Green Building rating systems launched since
2007 had made rapid strides in the Green Building sector. These Rating Systems have been
successfully applied in India in as many as 5,424 buildings, till date with a footprint of
7 Billion sq.ft. Many Government, corporate, builders & developers in India have taken lead in
constructing Green Buildings. With the growing demand for Green Buildings, there is a need to
enhance the knowledge of building professionals on Green Building concepts & equip them on
the Green Building rating Systems.

Against this backdrop, CII-Godrej IGBC is organizing a two-day IGBC Advanced Training
Programme on Green Buildings on 28 & 29 November 2019, New Delhi

Till date, IGBC has conducted several Green Building Training programme across India and
trained nearly 19,000 professionals on green building concepts.

ndian Green Building Council Accredited Professional Examination (IGBC AP) 2019. The 'Indian Green
Building Council Accredited Professional Examination' (IGBC AP) offered by IGBC is a credential for
professionals to participate in green building projects. The examination is not based on any specific
rating system

The ‘Indian Green Building Council Accredited Professional Examination’ (IGBC AP)
offered by IGBC is a credential for professionals to participate in green building projects.

The examination is not based on any specific rating system. It is designed to test the knowledge
of a candidate on green building design and construction.

Qualified individuals can be involved in projects registered under the ‘IGBC rating programmes’
like IGBC Green Homes, IGBC Factory buildings, IGBC Existing Buildings etc., Projects would
achieve one credit point under ‘Innovation and Design’ category if an IGBC AP is part of the
project team.

IGBC Resources and Process

Hi Everyone!!! Please go through following questions with answers. They are collected from previous
question papers. Total of 15 questions shall appear in exam which will test how well you have understood
IGBC certification process.

Go ahead!!!! Take a look For any difficulties please post comment.

1. What does LEED stand for? Leadership in Energy & Environment Design
2. Which was the first LEED Platinum rated building in India? CII-Sohrabji Godrej Green Business Centre
3. Which website can you get information about green buildings and the Indian Green Building
Council? http://www.igbc.in
4. Which credit and how many points are awarded to a project with IGBC AP as a principal design team
member. Innovation , one point
5. Who can become members of IGBC? Any organisation (Arch, consult, Builder, instituiton etc)
6. Which member of the team needs to be a IGBC member for the project to claim the discount? Owner
7. Name the 4 Green rating systems available in India through IGBC, and which year these were
launched? LEED India New construction -2007, LEED India core & shell in 2007, IGBC green Homes-
2009 and IGBC Green Factories -2009
8. What is the most recommended time for a project register for rating through IGBC?Initial Design
Stage
9. At which stage should a project select the rating system the project will be following? Feasibility
study
 10. Where can the fees be found for registration / certification for an IGBC rating
system? http://www.igbc.in and Particular rating page
11. Which area should not be considered in calculation of fees? Parking area
12. What is the next stage after the registration form is submitted on IGBC website? CIR
13. What does the project team receive after a project is registered with IGBC?Reference guide & Leed
India templates
14. What is a CIR? Credit Interpretation Ruling
15. What steps should you take before filing a CIR?Check the intent, requirement, calculation details in
reference Guide.Check the previously logged CIR’s in the CIR page of IGBC website.Submit a CIR
16. With registration, how many CIR’s does project receive for free and how much do subsequent CIRS
cost? 2 free & beyond this 5000 per CIR
17. Where can you find other project CIR’s? http://www.igbc.in
18. What is Pre Certification? To market the project, apply for the leed rating proposed with submittals.
19. Which rating systems can you apply for Pre certification? Leed India Core & shell & IGBC Green
homes
20. Can a project be denied credits in pre certification submittal? Yes.
21. If a project achieves “Gold” rating in pre certification, can it apply for Platinum in final
certification? Yes
22. How often should project team update IGBC on status of project after pre certification? Every 6
months
23. If a project is achieving 45 credits and missing one pre requisite, can it still apply for certification?
No
24. What items should be submitted with the application for certification? All building drawings, Filled
in Leed india Templates Calculations Fees
25. How long does IGBC take to perform preliminary review? 30 working days
26. What is a clarification ? Reply of the Project team for the IGBC preliminary report of Pending &
Denied credits.
27. What are the contents of Preliminary Review report? CAA (Credit Accept Anticipated, Pending &
Denied
28. Where are the fees available for certification and what are the fees based on?http://www.igbc.in &
fees based on Sq.ft.
29. Is there a discount for IGBC members? Yes
30. How much time is given for project team to respond to Preliminary review? 30 working days
31. How many credits / prerequisites does the IGBC verify on site? Up to six credits and/or prerequisites
32. Name the 2 stages at which on site inspection takes place? During construction before awarding the
certificate On receiving the final review, what are the options for a project team? Accept or appeal
33. How long does a project team have to appeal ? 15 working days
34. How much does an appeal cost? Rs. 20,000/credit
35. Who reviews an Appeal? What documents should be submitted? Other than the first reviewed party
all relevant documents related to that credit alone with All drawings & narration (original submittal
for the credit)
36. What does a “certified” project receive from IGBC? Certificate, Award letter & metal plaque
37. What is the difference between CIR and Clarification? CIR- requires details from IGBC Raised by
project team answered by IGBC Clarification-Project team reply for the IGBC preliminary reviewOn
38. which website can you find the information on certified projects and accredited individuals of IGBC
in India? http://www.igbc.in
39. How many copies (soft & hard) of documents need to be sent to IGBC?

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What is this IGBC_AP exam!!!!
IGBC-AP Exam conducted by Indian Green Building Council is an entry level exam that tests
your knowledge on Green Building design strategies Codes and Standards.

Its really not the exam like JEE or GATE that you must worry. Exam can be cleared easily by
studying the LEED NC and CS( We will post questions here) book alone with some common
sense.

I see many students and even professional spend too much for training of examination. But
study for guide books should be more than sufficient.

The 'Indian Green Building Council Accredited Professional Examination' is being offered
through MeritTrac Services Private Limited.

Candidates need to register with the Indian Green Building Council through the IGBC website
www.igbc.in.

On receipt of the examination fee, the examination date and venue will be intimated via
email.

Results will be reported to the candidate immediately on completion of the exam.

Successful candidates will be awarded the 'IGBC Accredited Professional' certificate and will
be listed on the IGBC web site.

Unsuccessful candidates can schedule to retake the exam by repeating the registration
process. But Need not to worry there won't be any if preparations are good.

Examination Pattern

Two rounds of Beta tests have been conducted on the question banks for the past one year.
More than 100 candidates have participated in the process. Psychometric analysis have also
been carried out on the examination content.
The examination has four sections :

Section I : Green Building Design & Construction

Section II : Building Standards & Codes

Section III : IGBC Resources and Processes

Section IV : Green Design Strategies & Impacts

The exam would consist of 110 questions in multiple-choice format, with each question
carrying one mark. To be successful, the candidates will have to score a minimum of 85
marks.

SECTION I: Green Building Design & Construction

(This section will comprise of 50 questions)

The purpose of this section is to demonstrate the candidate's general understanding of the
green building design and construction industry as they relate to green building practices.

Some Sample Question given in igbc Website!!! Be Sure one of these will be in exam for
sure!!!!!!!
 Sample Question :

1. Oil grit separators are installed to:

To filter oil in storm water run-off

To capture storm water run-off from surface parking areas

To recover oil spilling at site

To mix oil with storm water

SECTION II: Building Standards & Codes

(This section will comprise of 15 questions)

This section is to verify the candidate's understanding and knowledge on few of the local
building standards and codes as they relate to environmental aspects

Sample Question :

2. The Energy Conservation Building Code (ECBC) is applicable to buildings or building

complexes that have a connected load
100 kW or greater

Lesser than 500 kW

800 kW or greater

Lesser than 800 kW

SECTION III: IGBC Processes

(This section will comprise of 15 questions)

This section would test the candidate's understanding of processes and resources related to
IGBC programmes

Sample Question :

3. If a credit point has been denied for a project and the project team feels they have
complied with the credit requirement, the project team

Can write to the IGBC staff

Cannot do anything

Can appeal for review of the credit

Can declare themselves of having achieved the credit

SECTION IV: Green Design Strategies & Impacts

(This section will comprise of 30 questions)

This section is to evaluate understanding of green building strategies and the impact that they
would result in. The candidate is required to match the impact to a strategy provided
Sample Question :

4. Perform soil and climate analysis to determine the species of plants which will adapt best

Improve erosion & sedimentation control

Enhance the aesthetics

Reduce water requirement for landscaping

Reduce water consumption in fixtures

Answers to sample questions: (1) a (2) a (3) c (4) c

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This test is meant to evaluate the knowledge of Green Building concepts and its practical
applications.
Since there is no formal training available for this test neither third party guides specifically for
this test, I've assembled all the resources at one place for your use.

Section I: Green Building Design & Construction (50 questions) ••

This section tests knowledge on building design and construction practices related to green
building construction. The questions can be asked from anywhere, so read up on green building
practises from other sources too.
This section carries highest marks and you have be fluent in answering questions here if you
want to pass.

Section II: Building Standards & Codes (15 Questions)•

It tests fundamentals of building standards and codes like National Building Code (NBC) of
India, Energy conservation building code (ECBC), ASHRAE standards. Know the basics of each
standard and code like where they are used, and meant for etc. Memorise them properly as
people tend to confuse them while answering.

Section III: IGBC Resources and Processes (15 Questions)•

This section tests the knowledge of a candidate on IGBC registration and certification process of
a project. Most of the information for this section is available in “IGBC registration and
certification process” section given in reference guide. Additional information is available on
IGBC website.

Section IV: Green Design Strategies & Impacts (30 Questions)•••

This section is to evaluate understanding of green building strategies and the impact that they
would result in. The candidate is required to match the impact to a strategy provided.Go through
each credit point and get the knowledge on intent of each credit point and design strategies to
achieve the goal of credit point.
• - Easy •• - Medium ••• - Hard

IGBC – AP exam is designed to test the basic knowledge of candidate on green building design
and certification process and is based on the Reference Guides of IGBC rating system. The
Reference Guide is the manual that is used when certifying a project.

IGBC – AP Question Paper

As mentioned in IGBC’s website, this exam consists of 110 multiple choice questions, divided
into four sections. Each correct answer gets one mark and there is no negative mark for incorrect
answer.

Section I: Green Building Design & Construction (50 questions)

This section is to test the candidate’s knowledge on building design and construction practices
related to green building construction. This section carries highest marks and one have to score
maximum marks in this section to pass this exam.

I recommend you to read and review the process and design methods to achieve objective of
each credit point of a rating system.

Sample questions:

 The volume of rain water harvesting structure is designed based on?

 The U value of glass to be selected for a building in a tropical climate should be?
 Which type of vegetation eliminates need for irrigation?
 Ideal location for CO2 censors with high density occupation?
Section II: Building Standards & Codes (15 Marks)

Scoring marks in this section is easy as it tests fundamentals of building standards and codes like
National Building Code (NBC) of India, Energy conservation building code (ECBC), ASHRAE
standards. Know the basics of each standard and code like where they are used, and meant for
etc.

Sample questions:

 ASHRAE Standard 62.1-2004 deals with?

 ASHRAE Standard 90.1 is for?
 Number of climate zones are there in India as per NBC?
 Ventilation rates for non air conditioned areas?

Section III: IGBC Resources and Processes (15 Marks)

This section tests the knowledge of a candidate on IGBC registration and certification process of
a project. Most of the information for this section is available in “IGBC registration and
certification process” section given in reference guide. Additional information is available on
IGBC website.

Sample Questions:

 How to register a project for Green Building certification?

 Pre-certified projects under the IGBC have to report progress for every _____ months?

Section IV: Green Design Strategies & Impacts (30Marks)

This section is to evaluate understanding of green building strategies and the impact that they
would result in. The candidate is required to match the impact to a strategy provided.

Go through each credit point and get the knowledge on intent of each credit point and design
strategies to achieve the goal of credit point.

Sample questions:

 Walls in a building to be insulated to?

 Compost toilets treat human waste by?

Step-by-step approach to prepare for IGBC – AP Exam

 Start with abridged version of IGBC rating system. Download the abridged version of rating
systems free from IGBC website, which provides very basic information of each credit. I
recommend you to read and review the object of each credit point.
 Purchase IGBC reference guide, which provides comprehensive information on the IGBC rating
system.
  Review the intent of each credit point, approach and methodologies to achieve those credit
points.
 Read and Understand the Process of registration and certification of a project
 Read the basics of ECBC, NBC and ASHRAE standards.
 Attend IGBC training programme

List of free reference guides/resources available on the net:

1. Free abridged versions of LEED reference guides: http://www.igbc.in/site/igbc/abrid.jsp
2. ECBC latest version: here
3. US GBC’s Reference Material: http://www.usgbc.org/DisplayPage.aspx?CMSPageID=2059

I hope this post has at least pointed you in the right direction and you now have an idea of how to
prepare for this exam. If you have any questions, Post in comments and I will answer them
whenever I get free time.

n June 2010, I passed the IGBC AP exam. As I was preparing for this course, I searched Internet
to get advice, study material, and question papers and the result was…ZERO. Nothing is
available on the net and most of the information was pertaining to Green Building exam of USA
(LEED AP).

So, I decided to write about it to help the others who want to make a career in Green Buildings.
This information will help you if you’re preparing for the IGBC AP test.

As this test is designed to test the knowledge of a candidate on green building design and
construction, it is not compulsory to have any practical knowledge of green building construction
& design and does not need to attend any institution to learn the syllabus. It only needs
candidate’s interest on green building/energy efficiency /sustainable building construction &
practices.

As I mentioned above, there is no third party or free references guides available for this exam.
Only reference available at free of cost is abridged version of IGBC rating system and Energy
Conservation Building Code (ECBC) by Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE). These books will
give you enough knowledge to get 50 to 70% of marks. As the minimum percentage of marks
required to pass this exam is 80%(85 out of 110 questions), you have to read few more books.

My recommendations:

 The best way to pass this exam is to buy a detailed reference guide priced at Rs. 1000. Go to the
IGBC – AP site for the address of CII and contact them through snail mail or by calling them on
the telephone numbers mentioned to get the details about this book.
 If you are from construction side, go through the Best Management Practices section in
National Building Code India book.
 Attend green building training programme conducted by IGBC. Check IGBC website to get details
of training programmes.
 Search internet for USGBC LEED reference guides which are available in some torrent sites
(though it is illegal).
  Download USGBC’s reference books from their website and go through them to get knowledge,
which even helps you in green building designing and practicing.
 Get the basic knowledge of ASHRAE standards.

Still have questions? Post in comments and I will answer them whenever I become free. I am
thinking to prepare few model questions, so that you can understand how the exam will look
like. Stay tuned!

The examination fee is for students Rs. 3000/- and for professionals, it is Rs. 5000/-

The examination has four sections:

Section I: Green Building Design & Construction
Section II: Building Standards & Codes
Section III: IGBC Resources and Processes
Section IV: Green Design Strategies & Impacts

Successful candidates will be awarded the ‘IGBC Accredited Professional’ certificate and will be
listed on the IGBC web site.

The exam consists of 110 questions in multiple-choice format with each question carrying one
mark. To be successful, the candidates will have to score a minimum of 85 marks.

IGBC – AP means that you are a committed professional for developing Green Building design
as well as the ability to facilitate green building certification and also it shows your commitment
towards environment and earth.

IGBC AP a valuable professional designation and one that is likely to grow more valuable in the
future. Since its establishment, IGBC made good progress in marketing Green Building concept
in India and they are expanding green building certification for different segments of
construction industry. There is continuous growth in registration of projects for certification and
the demand for IGBC AP participation in green projects.

Following are the frequently asked questions through the contact form and in various posts. So, I
will be updating this page to answer all your questions.

How to pass IGBC AP Exam?

As I explained in my earlier posts passing IGBC AP certificate is very easy and doesn’t need any
experience in sustainable building design.

Easy way to clear this exam is to get a reference guide from IGBC and read it for 2 to 3 times,
you will definitely pass this exam. Make notes on each credit, intent of the credit, and different
methods to achieve that credit.

One big thing I want to relive here about the IGBC exam is most of the questions are repetitive.
If you are not able to clear the exam in first attempt, then try to remember the questions and
surely you will clear the exam in next attempt.
What is the future of an IGBC-AP?
My answer: If you are in Construction Industry and if they are going for IGBC certification, then
the project will earn extra one point in certification under Innovation and Design category.

If you are a student and looking for a job then it will be additional credential for you.

I am here giving some of the fields where IGBC-AP is required:

 HVAC Designing
 Energy Simulation
 Electrical/Lighting Designing
 Landscaping
 Storm water/ Rainwater harvesting designing
 Waste management system.
 Building Automation
 Project Engineer

Don’t think that just getting certification will land you on a good paying job. You need
experience and it needs a lot of learning, which you will be obtaining when you are working with
a real professional/organization in this field. Also, you should need to learn few other things
related to sustainable design like HVAC Designing, Energy Simulation, Lighting Designing, etc.

Why IGBC-AP?
IGBC AP should mean that you are an experienced building practitioner with knowledge of
sustainable design, as well as the capacity to facilitate the IGBC certification process.

In my concern as of now this exam is to create sustainable design awareness in professionals and
encouraging them to participate in green building designing.

Passing IGBC AP exam shows that you are interested in sustainable designing and have basic
knowledge of IGBC Green Building designing and process.

I will be updating this post with the new questions that I find frequently asked by the visitors. If
you have a question, use the contact form and send me. I will answer it in this post, making it
available for everyone.

PS: However I feel about this exam is it should be selective. All one need to do become IGBC AP
is to pay fee and pass it. Any one can appear for this exam i.e., IGBC Accredited Professional
may not represent the true sustainable design professiona

Chapter1: Green Buildings

1. What does LEED stand for?

Leadership in Energy & Environment Design
2. Which was the first LEED Platinum rated building in India?
CII-Sohrabji Godrej Green Business Centre
3. Which website can you get information about green buildings and the Indian Green Building
Council?
http://www.igbc.in
4. Which credit and how many points are awarded to a project with IGBC AP as a principal
design team member
Innovation , one point
5. Who can become members of IGBC?
Any organisation (Arch, consult, Builder, instituiton etc)
6. Which member of the team needs to be a IGBC member for the project to claim the discount?
Owner
7. Name the 4 Green rating systems available in India through IGBC, and which year these were
launched?
LEED India New construction -2007
LEED India core & shell in 2007
IGBC green Homes-2009
IGBC Green Factories -2009
8. What is the most recommended time for a project register for rating through IGBC?
Initial Design Stage
9. At which stage should a project select the rating system the project will be following?
Feasibility study
10. Where can the fees be found for registration / certification for an IGBC rating system?
http://www.igbc.in and Particular rating page
11. Which area should not be considered in calculation of fees?
Parking area
12. What is the next stage after the registration form is submitted on IGBC website?
CIR
13. What does the project team receive after a project is registered with IGBC?
Reference guide & Leed India templates
14. What is a CIR?
Credit Interpretation Ruling
15. What steps should you take before filing a CIR?
Check the intent, requirement, calculation details in reference Guide
Check the previously logged CIR’s in the CIR page of IGBC website
Submit a CIR
16. With registration, how many CIR’s does project receive for free and how much do
subsequent CIRS cost?
2 free & beyond this 5000 per CIR
17. Where can you find other project CIR’s?
http://www.igbc.in
18. What is Pre Certification?
To market the project, apply for the leed rating proposed with submittals.
19. Which rating systems can you apply for Pre certification?
Leed India Core & shell & IGBC Green homes
20. Can a project be denied credits in pre certification submittal?
Yes.
21. If a project achieves “Gold” rating in pre certification, can it apply for Platinum in final
certification?
Yes
22. How often should project team update IGBC on status of project after pre certification?
Every 6 months
23. If a project is achieving 45 credits and missing one pre requisite, can it still apply for
certification?
No
24. What items should be submitted with the application for certification?
All building drawings,
Filled in Leed india Templates
Calculations
Fees
25. How long does IGCB take to perform preliminary review?
30 working days
26. What is a clarification
Reply of the Project team for the IGBC preliminary report of Pending & Denied credits.
27. What are the contents of Preliminary Review report?
CAA (Credit Accept Anticipated, Pending & Denied
28. Where are the fees available for certification and what are the fees based on?
http://www.igbc.in & fees based on Sq.ft.
29. Is there a discount for IGBC members?
Yes
30. How much time is given for project team to respond to Preliminary review?
30 working days
31. How many credits / prerequisites does the IGBC verify on site?
Up to six credits and/or prerequisites
32. Name the 2 stages at which on site inspection takes place?
During construction
before awarding the certificate
33. On receiving the final review, what are the options for a project team?
Accept or appeal
34. How long does a project team have to appeal
15 working days
35. How much does an appeal cost?
Rs. 20,000/credit
36. Who reviews an Appeal? What documents should be submitted?
Other than the first reviewed party all relevant documents related to that credit alone with All
drawings & narration (original submittal for the credit)
37. What does a “certified” project receive from IGBC?
Certificate, Award letter & metal plague
38. What is the difference between CIR and Clarification?
CIR- requires details from IGBC Raised by project team answered by IGBC
Clarification-Project team reply for the IGBC preliminary review
39. On which website can you find the information on certified projects and accredited
individuals of IGBC in India?
http://www.igbc.in
40. How many copies (soft & hard) of documents need to be sent to IGBC?
2 sets Soft copy
Chapter 2: Sustainable Sites:
1. What are the 5 major chapters in LEED rating system?
Sustainable Site/water efficiency / Energy & Atmosphere / Indoor Environment Quality /
Material & Resources
2. What are the 4 levels of LEED certification a project can achieve?
Platinum, Gold, Silver, Certified
3. Is erosion and sedimentation control mandatory for a NC project?
Yes
4. Which type of projects can NC rating system be applied to?
New projects / more 50% owner occupied
5. What is a major renovation?
More than 50% renovation (Envelope, HVAC & Electrical system)
6. What does erosion and sedimentation control helps to protect?
Protect the top soil, air pollution reduce, improve water quality
7. Is addressing construction stage for erosion & sedimentation sufficient?
No
8. What are the different types of seeding?
Temporary & Permanent
9. What impact does mulching have?
Retains moisture & protect top soil
10. Name 4 structural controls to E&S?
Earth dike, Silt fencing, Sediment trap, Sediment basin
11. Which Indian standard is followed for Erosion & Sedimentation Control?
NBC part 10, chapter 1, section -4
12. What types of sites are inappropriate for green buildings?
Prime Farm land, Within 100 feet of wet land (ENVIS) Habitat of endangered species (WII) &
Public parkland
13. What is a farmland?
Produce crops with less damage to resources, least cost,
Best place for produce food, crop,
Acceptable acidity/alkalinity, salt, sodium
Adequate & dependable water
No rock or less rock
14. Who lists endangered species in India?
Wild life institute of India
15. What is the minimum distance between site and wet land?
100 feet
16. Is development on parkland appropriate?
No
17. What is the minimum density onsite and in calculated radius to achieve SSC2?
1.38 FAR ½ mile radius 60,000 sq.ft / acre
18. Name any 10 basic services & what is the radius within which 10 basic services and
residential is required for SSc2?
Hotel, fire station, beauty parlour, school, hospital, bank, bus stop, place of worship, grocery,
Day care, cleaners, laundry, library, park, pharmacy, post office, senior care facility, Theatre,
community centre, fitness centre & Museum . R=.3root (acre x 43560)
19. What is a site with environmental or chemical contamination called?
Brown field
20. What are the 2 options for Alt Trns C4, public transportation access?
½ mile Rail line or ¼ mile Bus Stop with min. 2 bus lines
21. How many bus stops and bus lines are required to achieve the credit?
1 stop with min. 2 buses
22. What is the intent of encouraging alternative fuel vehicles?
To reduce pollution from automobiles /save fuel
23. What are requirements if Alternative fuel vehicles are provided?
3 % of occupancy & preferred parking
24. What are the requirements if recharge stations are provided?
3% of parking capacity
25. Is it better to meet or exceed the local parking requirements?
Meet (Not to exceed)
26. Define “preferred parking”
Parking nearer to entrance, core, next to handicapped parking
27. How can we minimize site disturbance in a Green Field site?
By use less area for construction work, less disturbance to vegetation
28. How much area of site should have vegetation to achieve SSC5.1?
50%
29. A site should exceed local open space requirement by XX% to achieve SSC5.2?
25%
30. Run off coefficients are higher for which materials?
Asphalt, Concrete, brick
31. In any development should post development run off be higher or less than pre development
run off?
Should be less than
32. What is TSS?
Total suspended solid
33. How can TSS be reduced before recharge?
Harvesting pit
34. What does Heat Island effect mean?
Thermal gradient difference b/w developed & non developed area
35. Name any 4 strategies to prevent Heat Island Effect on non roof areas?
Gardening. White coating, parking in basement, parking under shades.

36. What does SRI stand for? Is higher or lower SRI better to prevent heat island?
Solar Reflectance Index , Higher
37. How do Green Roofs greatly help to reduce Heat Island Effect?
Green roof reduce the heat transfer/ gain
38. How do High SRI roofs help in Green Buildings?
reduce the heat transfer to building
39. What is the intent of “Light Pollution Reduction” credit?
Remove up lights and reduce ompact on nocturnal environments
40. Which standard is followed for calculating LPD for exterior lighting?
Ashrae 90.1
Chapter 3: Water Efficiency:
1. What is potable water?
Drinkable water
2. Name the 3 largest consumers of water in a typical building?
Irrigation, Toilets, Ac make up water
3. What is the standard pressure at which toilet fixtures should be measured?
80 PSI (Piunds per square inch)
4. What does GPF, GPM, LPM and LPF stand for?
Gallons per flush, Gallons per minute, litre per minute, litre per flush
5. What is RBTS and which water can be treated using this system?
Reed Bed Treatment system, waste water
6. What are BOD and COD and who decides the allowable limits?
Biochemical oxygen demand, chemical oxygen demand & PCB
7. What are appropriate ways to recharge roof and ground storm water?
Roof water to open wells, surface water to Rain water harvesting pits
8. What is Xeri-scaping?
Usage of desert plant/dry Landscape
9. Why are native landscape considered green?
They don’t need special care much of water, integrate building with local ecology
10. Name some types of efficient irrigation systems?
Drip irrigation , sprinkler irrigation
11. How long is it acceptable to use temporary irrigation system when the project is attempting
to completely eliminate the use of potable water consumption credit?
1 year
12. What type of air conditioning systems utilizes water?
Water cooled
13. What is the minimum % of potable water quantity is to be reduced to achieve the credit on
water efficiency in air conditioning systems?
50%
14. Which are the 2 options to achieve the “innovative waste water technologies” credit?
Reduce potable water for sewage by 50% by using non potable water (or) treat 50% waste water
to tertiary standards
15. Name any 3 ways to reduce amount of waste water generated in a building?
Use STP treated water , low flow fixtures, Reduce potable water use for building sewage by 50%
by use of non potable water Treat 50% waste water onsite to tertiary standards. Treated water
must be infiltrated or used on-site
16. What is the intent of the “water use reduction” credit?
Maximise water efficiency, reduce the waste water generation (Ground water protection /less
usage of water)
17. Which fixtures are considered for calculating water use reduction in a building?
Water efficient fixtures, water less urinals
18. What is the standard flow for a WC?
1.6 GPF at 80 psi
19. What are dual flush toilets?
Toilets with 2 flow rates
20. How do aerators help in flow fixtures?
Maintain pressure & reduce the water usage

4: Energy & Atmosphere

1. What are the major consumers of energy in a building?
AC, light, power equipments, Vent. fans
2. What are components that add to heat gain in a building?
Glass, wall, lights power equipment, occupants
3. Which consultant is responsible for energy efficiency?
All (Arch., MEP, owner etc.)
4. Which is ideal orientation for building in terms of energy efficiency?
Longest space facing north south
5. What are the 3 properties of glass considered while selecting glazing?
U, Shading co-efficient, VLT
6. What are the units of U value? And is higher / lower better?
Btu/hr/ft2/0F or W/m2/ 0K. Lower is better.
7. What do SC and SHGC stand for? What is the conversion factor?
SC: Shading co-efficient & SHGC: Solar heat gain co efficient
8. What are the options for improving wall U-value?
Brick wall with insulation, brick wall with air cavity, Hollow blocks, fly ash bricks, AAC blocks
9. What are the types of roof insulation?
Over deck, under deck, insulation sandwiched
10. What are AAC blocks and which component is “recycled content”?
Autoclaved Aerated Concrete blocks (with fly ash, cement, lime, Al powder, water), fly ash
11. Which standard is followed for energy calculation / simulation?
ASHRAE 90.1. or ECBC whichever is more stringent
12. Name any 3 methods to improve efficiency of AC system?
Water cooled chiller, High COP, VFD, economiser, heat recovery wheels, BMS
13. What is LPD?
Light power density
14. Mention any 3 ways to improve efficiency of lighting systems?
Natural lighting, Day light sensor, Occupancy sensor, individual control
15. What is BMS?
Building management System
16. What are the benefits of commissioning?
Cross checking all are as per documents & design. To ensure equipments are designed, installed
& calibrated as intend
17. What is fundamental commissioning?
Agent to review design intent
Incorporate commissioning requirement in the documents
Develop commissioning plan
During construction:
• Verify installation
• Functional performance
• Training, operation & maintenance documentation
• Commissioning report
Basically a plan, checking the equipments designed & commissioned properly. Development and
implement a commissioning plan.
18. Can a member of the project team do fundamental commissioning?
Yes if less than 50000sqft
19. Which standards must be met to achieve “minimum energy performance” prerequisite?
ECBC/ASHRAE 90.1
20. What does CFC, HCFC, HFC, ODP and GWP stand for?
Chloro Fluoro Carbon, Hydro Chloro Fluoro Carbon, Hydro Fluoro Carbon, Ozone Depletion
Potential, Global Warming Potential
21. What is the intent of eliminating the use of CFC in HVAC & R systems?
Prevent ozone depletion & global warming
22. How many points are available for energy efficiency in LEED NC Rating?
10
23. Which are the 2 methods to prove compliance with ASHRAE / ECBC?
Prescriptive & whole building performance (simulation)
24. Which data is required to do energy modelling?
All data – Arch. MEP services, landscape, glazing, etc.
25. What are examples of Renewable energy?
Tidal, Wind. Solar, Hydro, biogas
26. What are the requirements for energy produced to be claimed under EAC2, renewable
energy?
Produced at site (2.5% 5% & 7.5%)
27. % of renewable energy is calculated in comparison to…
Total energy consumed in the building
28. Who performs additional commissioning?
Third party
29. What stage is commissioning agent hired and how long is his role in project?
Initial Stage of construction & up to one year after occupancy
30. Which protocol outlines requirements for preventing ozone depletion
Montreal protocol
31. What are requirements of “measurement & verification” credit?
IPMVP (International Performance Measurement & Verification Protocol) document to be
verified & to be checked for 1 year after occupancy
Third party will do measurement & verification during occupancy.
32. What is Green Power?
Producing renewable energy off site
33. How much of building energy load should be green power?
50%
34. What are thermal breaks?
Air gap between windows to reduce the heat conduction act as insulation is thermal break
35. What are VFD’s, Heat Recovery Wheels & Economizers?
Variable Frequency Drive : Give the A/c as per the requirement/ person so energy reduced
Heat Recovery wheel: for pre cooling the fresh air using waste exhaust air which is at
comparatively lower temperature (for energy conservation)
Economizers : Supply fresh air when required (occupant)
36. What is additional commissioning ?
• 3rd party to review design intent
• Contractor submittal verification
• Re commissioning management plan
• Post occupancy review
Chapter 5: Materials & Resources
1. What are the 5 materials (at a minimum) that a building occupant should have the appropriate
bin to dispose off, in a green building?
Paper, card board, metal, glass, plastics
2. Is “Storage & Collection of Recyclables” for during construction or post occupancy?
Post occupancy
3. In addition to bins, what else needs to be incorporated in the design of the building?
Space to earmarked. Centralised space to located.
4. Name any 3 building elements that categorize as Shell, Non Shell and Structure?
Shell- Exterior wall, roof, framing
Non shell-windows, doors, false ceiling , wooden flooring
Structure-column, beam, basement wall, roof deck, floor deck, foundation
5. What is the intent of Building Reuse credit?
Extent the life of the existing building & reduce construction waste
6. Are windows shell or non shell?
Non shell
7. What is the goal of Construction waste management?
Avoid the construction lead to landfill, reduce the waste, recycle it properly
8. Name any 5 materials that would be considered construction waste?
Brick, glass, cement bags, steal,
9. Is sand a construction waste?
No.
10. How is construction waste measured and what is is the % to be achieved for 1 & 2 points?
For 50% – 1 point & 75% – 2 and above 95% exemplary 1 point
11. Name 3 examples of Resource Reuse?
Brick, furniture’s, Aeroplane tyre, wing,
12. How the value of resource reuse calculated and what is is it compared to for achieving
points?
The price of the actual (new item) – 5% of building material cost – 1 & 10% -2
13. What are the types of recycled content? Give some examples
Post consumer – bottle-glass, paper, plastics
Post industrial – Fly ash, steel, gypsum
14. What is the average recycled content % of steel and glass?
Steel – 20-25%
Glass – 10-15%
15. What is the intent of local / regional materials credit?
Encourage local economy, reduce transportation, pollution.
16. What is allowable distance for a material to be “local”
500 miles (800 km)
17. Define manufacture and extraction?
Final assembling place is Manufacture
Raw material extraction – initial – Extraction
18. From where is the radius for local materials calculated?
From site
19. How many years is the harvesting cycle considered as “rapidly renewable”?
Less than 10 years
20. Some examples of rapidly renewable?
Bamboo, MDF (Medium Density Fibre board), [Eucalyptous, cotton, straw, wool]
21. What does FSC stand for?
Forest Stewardship Council
22. How is FSC wood better than un-certified wood?
The wood is not better than normal wood. The forest is well managed.
23. What certificate is required for credit compliance for FSC wood?
Chain of custody.
24. Can a material be counted in Building and Resource reuse?
No.
25. Can a material be taken in rapidly renewable and certified wood credits?
Yes
Chapter 6: Indoor Environmental Quality
1. What standard is followed for Minimum Indoor Environmental Ventilation requirements?
ASHRAE 62.1
2. What are the standards outlined in ASHRAE 62.1?
Ventilation standrards
3. What is CFM?
Cubit Feet per Minute
4. Which locations are inappropriate for fresh air intakes?
Not near to exhaust areas, ETS, parking garage, cooling tower
5. What is ETS? What is the intent of this credit?
Environmental Tobacco Smoke. Avoid the exposure of ETS to occupants/non-smokers.
6. What are the 2 options for meeting ETS requirements?
Declare building as No Smoking
Provide dedicated smoking area with proper ventilation (to be maintained under –ive pressure)
7. What is the benefit of monitoring CO2 in a space?
Increase the fresh air
8. What is best location for CO2 sensors in terms of spaces and height?
From floor between 3 ft 6 ft
9. What % better than ASHRAE should be achieved to get credits and for what % of spaces?
30% for 90% spaces
10. What is the benefit of a Construction IAQ Plan?
Well being of construction workers / occupants
Protection of equipments
11. Which standard is used for Construction IAQ?
SMACNA- Sheet Metal & Air conditioning Contractors National Association
12. What is MERV and where is it used?
Minimum Efficiency reporting Value – this is filter media used in AHU
13. What is Building Flush Out and when is it done?
Before occupation, by natural fresh air for 2 weeks Ac operation & replace the MERV 8
14. What is the benefit of using low VOC materials?
Prevent exposure of chemical toxicants, irritation
15. What does VOC stand for?
Volatile Organic Compound
16. Name the 4 categories of low VOC materials required by LEED?
Adhesives, Sealants & primer, Paints & coating, Carpet
17. Name 4 adhesives & sealants in a building?
Carpet adhesive, tile adhesive, AC Insulation adhesive, Architectural sealants, Fire sealants
18. Which standard is followed for carpets and carpet adhesives?
Carpet & Rug Institute, Green label plus
19. Which resin is not allowed in Wood & Agrifiber products? Mention any other resin?
Urea formaldehyde – not allowed. Use phenol formaldehyde
20. What is the intent of the “indoor chemical & pollutant source control” credit?
Avoid exposure of building occupants to hazardous, chemical pollutants & dusts
21. What types of rooms require independent ventilation?
Chemical, copier, ETS,
22. To achieve the credit, what is the MERV value credit?
MERV-13
23. What are the advantages of providing “Controllability of systems”?
Save energy. Facilitates individual thermal & lighting controllability
24. What are the standards for operable windows?
10 ft either side of the window and 20 ft inside the window.
25. Which areas are to provide the controllability?
Regularly occupied areas
26. Example of controllability of systems; lighting?
BMS . Automatic sensors , thermostat,
27. Which standard is followed for Thermal comfort credit?
Ashrae 55
28. What are the focus areas of ASHRAE 55?
Thermal comfort : Temperature & Humidity control
29. When must the verification survey be conducted?
6-18 months
30. What is the minimum % of occupants should satisfied with thermal conditions, below which
corrective action needs to be taken?
80%
31. What does daylight factor depend on?
VLT, Amount of glass in comparison to floor area.
32. What is the benefit of natural daylight?
Energy saving & conservation
33. What % of space should meet minimum daylight requirements?
75% of regularly occupied area
34. What is the height between which views are possible through glazing?
2’6” to 7’6”
35. What is the % of spaces to have indoor – outdoor connection
95%
Chapter 7: Innovation & Design
1. What topics are covered in innovation & design chapter?
Innovative performance in Green Building categories not specifically addressed by LEED also it
provides one point if IGBC AP is involved
2. What is “Innovation” in a green building rating system?
Doing something new which were not related to any of the credit system
3. Mention any 3 innovations in a green building?
Green education, Green house keeping, Car pooling.
4. Define exemplary performance?
Meeting more than specified in the credit limit
5. Mention any 3 credits which could qualify for exemplary performance?
100% AC make up water from Treated water, reducing or salvage more than 95% construction
waste, more than 50%(95%) roof garden , more than 10% (15%) recycle content. More than 20%
regional material, 95% to 100 % FSC wood , 95% lighting energy reduction by day light views
6. At a minimum, who should be a LEED AP to achieve the point in LEED rating system?
Consultant, architect, Design team member
Chapter 8: Green Building Codes
1. What is covered in NBC Part 10, Section1, and Chapter 4?
Control of erosion & sedimentation control
2. What does ECBC stand for?
Energy conservation building code
3. Who developed the ECBC? Is it mandatory?
BEE – Bureau of Energy Efficiency. Not mandatory
4. What are the building systems covered under ECBC?
Ac, Lighting, Envelope, hot water system,
5. To which projects can ECBC be applied?
Moe than 500kW connected load or 600kva contract demand or 1000 sq.mtr Ac space
6. What are 2 approaches for Energy Conservation?
Prescriptive & whole building performance (simulation)
7. What is maximum glazed area (% of gross wall area) in prescriptive approach?
60%
8. What are the 5 climate zones in India per ECBC?
Hot dry, warm humid, Composite, temperate, cold
9. What does ASHRAE stand for?
Americal seceity of heating, refrigeration & air-conditioning Engineers.
10. Which topics are covered in ASHRAE 90.1, which are the applicable credits?
Energy , optimizing energy performance
11. Which topics are covered in ASHRAE 62.1, which are the applicable credits?
Indoor environment quality
12. What is SMACNA? Which credit does it apply to?
Sheet Metal & Air conditioning Contractors National Association & Construction IAQ credit
13. What is ASHRAE 55 and what topics are covered?
Thermal comfort : Temperature & humidity control
14. What is CRI & Green Label certification?
Carpet & rug institute –are the certifying authority
Green Label plus requirements –Certificate for carpet
General:
1. What are materials with recycled content?
Materials which have a certain amount of waste product or recycled product included in the
manufacturing process.
2. Work from home encourages what culture?
Mixed use buildings with reduced travel (hence fuel & pollution) from travel
3. Why do walls in a building need to be insulated?
Reduce heat transfer / gain through conduction
4. Which of the following are appropriate sites?
Should not be farmland, endangered species, 100fet of wetland & parkland
5. What is the broad objective of using low VOC?
Reduced exposure of occupants to toxic chemicals resulting in respiratory and discomfort
6. What does Evapo-transpiration refer to?
` Evapo transpiration is loss of water by plants due to evaporation and transpiration
7. What principle does composite toilet work?
Use of bacteria to treated organic waste and it can be reused as compost. Aerobic, no chemicals
8. How do VFD’s assist in green buildings?
Variable Frequency Drives regulate air conditioning per requirement / occupancy and hence
reduce energy consumption
9. Why are lighter shades of paint preferred?
Reflect away heat rather than conducting, reduced heat island effect
10. What does recycling construction debris encourage?
Prevents waste being sent to landfill. Also reduces waste and encourages onsite reuse
11. What is the intent of roof garden?
Roof garden reduces heat island effect and also reduces conductive heat gain by increasing
insulating property of roof
12. When should fresh air be pumped into the space?
When co2 levels are raised due to human occupancy
13. What are the ideal location of CO2 sensors
3’-6” above floor : breathing zone
14. What is silt fencing?
Silt fence helps to prevents erosion & sedimentation by trapping silt from running water
15. What are Green Woods?
Green wood can be FSC certified or rapidly renewable
16. Trade off in LPD is accepted when?
Whole building method, where one space can have higher LPD and one less, as long as total
LPD is below ASHRAE
17. RWH calculations should be according to which parameters?
Rainfall, site imperviousness
18. What are factors determining IAQ?
Fresh air, VOC & contaminants, & daylight
19. What is the benefit of providing Individual controls to occupants?
Adjust personal climate, savings in energy
20. CFL is good replacement for?
Incandescent bulbs, halogens
21. What causes SBS?
Sick Building Syndrome – poor indoor environment quality and inadequate fresh air
22. Waterless urinals help in what?
Reduces water used for sewage conveyance
23. U Value or SHGC is important for a building in tropical climate should be?
Both are important.
24. What are Non shell elements?
Non Shell: doors, partitions, flooring, windows
25. What causes failure in day-lighting?
Inadequate glare control
26. Less VOC can cause what difference to occupants?
Better air quality, less VOC and toxins which result in respiratory issues
27. Runoff co-efficient for asphalt is low or high?
High
28. What are stabilization using structural controls?
Using structural controls to prevent sedimentation: silt fence, earth dikes, sediment basin,
sediment traps
29. What are Xeriscapes and what are the benefits?
Landscape using minimum plants, cacti and hard materials, to reduce water consumption for
landscape
30. RBTS best to treat which water?
Reed Bed Treatment System for waste water
31. Objective for purchasing products with recycled content?
Encourage recycling and use of recycled materials in manufacture process, reduce demand on
virgin materials
32. What is the percentage of recycled content in steel?
20 – 25 % for steel
33. Building orientation is crucial why?
Reduced heat gain by longer axis facing north south
34. Examples of Post industrial recycled content?
Fly ash, steel
35. Maximum post development storm water run-off should be?
Less than pre development run off
36. Broad intent to design with daylight and view?
Maximize indoor outdoor connection and reduce operation of artificial lights by using natural
daylight
37. Installing moisture sensors in landscapes helps in?
Supplying water for landscape only when required (soil becoming dry)
38. What happens to the water flow in faucet when pressure is decreased?
Water flow is decreased
39. Economizers work in what principles?
Supplying fresh air only when rooms are occupied, co2 sensors
40. If the building is predominantly factory with other offices spaces attached to it what rating
can we opt?
Green factories IGBC
41. What does the project team do when there is a challenge in the interpretation of a credit or
prerequisite?
Submit CIR
42. What does the project team do when they have failed in getting a particular credit and they
are confident in getting?
Appeal
43. Could certification be achieved if the project gets maximum credits, except for one
perquisite?
No, all pre reqs should be achieved
44. Who reviews the appeal?
Different Assessor, not the one who reviewed first time
45. How much time does IGBC takes for 1st Review?
30 days
46. What is the interval in which the pre-certified project should be updated with IGBC
6 months
47. Green roof is installed to?
Roof garden reduces heat island effect and also reduces conductive heat gain by increasing
insulating property of roof
48. Quantity of water required per head in a office building (as per NBC)
45 litres / person / day
49. Quantity of water required per head for domestic and non domestic usage (as per NBC)?
135 litres / person / day
50. Can a project apply for platinum rating if its gold rating in pre-certified
Yes
51. Why we have to study the soil condition before landscape?
Appropriate plants species and irrigation systems
52. How does commissioning help?
Ensures proper installation and functioning per design, identifies any installation mistakes
53. CFC reduction/elimination in refrigerants helps in what?
Reduce ozone depletion
54. What is the benefit of construction waste management?
Prevent waste going to landfill
55. If there is substantial wood requirement in a building how to make it green?
FSC wood, rapidly renewable wood or MDF (recycled content)
56. What is the ASHRAE standard for ventilation?
ASHRAE 62.1
57. What does ASHRAE 55 speak about?
Thermal comfort: temperature and humidity
58. Where should the location of fresh air intakes be in a building?
Away from exhausts, smoking areas, and no pollutant source
59. What happens if we increase the ventilation in a building more than the ECBC standards?
Better IAQ (more fresh air) but increase in energy consumption
60. Which agency concern about construction IAQ management plan?
SMACNA, should be done by contractor and documented by taking photos
61. What does ENVIS concern about?
ENVIS: wet lands
62. Which is a brown field development?
Contaminated site, chemical or physical, landfill etc
63. What is the intent in developing in a previously developed site?
Reduce development of green fields and use sites within developed area rather than away from
city
64. ECBC is been devised by
ECBC was devised by Bureau of Energy Efficiency BEE
65. What happens if the local control regulations are stringent than the ECBC or ASHRAE
standards..
Follow whichever is MOST stringent
66. ECBC has divided Indian into how many climate zones?
5 climate zone: Hot Dry, Warm Humid, Composite, Temperate, Cold
67. What does SRI property in a material define?
SRI is solar Reflectance Index, how much solar radiation is reflected
68. Oil grit separators are installed to:
To filter oil in storm water run-off
69. The Energy Conservation Building Code (ECBC) is applicable to buildings or building
complexes that have a connected load
500 kW or greater
70. If a credit point has been denied for a project and the project team feels they have complied
with the credit requirement, the project team
Can appeal for review of the credit
71. Perform soil and climate analysis to determine the species of plants which will adapt best
Reduce water requirement for landscaping

A green building is one which uses less water, optimizes energy efficiency, conserves natural resources,
generates less waste and provides healthier spaces for occupants, as compared to a conventional
building. Considering the tremendous benefits that it offers, green building concept is gaining major
importance in India.

Indian Green Building Council's (IGBC) rating systems launched since 2007 had made rapid strides in the
Green Building sector. These rating systems have been successfully applied in India in as many as 5,424
buildings, till date with a footprint of 7 Billion sq.ft. Many Government, corporate, builders & developers
in India have taken lead in constructing Green Buildings. With the growing demand for Green Buildings,
there is a need to enhance the knowledge of building professionals on Green Building concepts & equip
them on the Green Building rating systems.

Till date, IGBC has conducted several Green Building Training programme across India and trained nearly
21,000 professionals on green building concepts.

Objective

The main objective of this training programme is to impart knowledge on Green Building concepts and
share best practices in Green Buildings.
Coverage

• Introduction to Green Buildings

• Sustainable Architecture & Design
• Site Selection & Planning
• Water Conservation
• Energy Efficiency
• Building Materials & Resources
• Indoor Environmental Quality
• Innovation and Development
• Green Building Case Study
• Discussion on documentation
• Exercises on Templates
Benefits to Participants

• Exposure to Green Building Design Strategies

• Exposure to Green Building Case Studies
• Acquire Knowledge on IGBC Green Building Rating Systems
• Get equipped for facilitating green building certification
• Get equipped to appear for IGBC AP Exam
• Hands-on training on Green Building documentation