LEED AP with Operations and Maintenance (O+M ) Practice Exam

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What is the initial step to develop a solid waste management plan for a LEED project?

Establish waste reduction goals
Conduct a waste audit
Hire a waste management consultant
Implement recycling initiatives

The correct answer is: Conduct a waste audit

Conducting a waste audit is the foundational step in developing a solid waste management plan for a LEED project. A waste audit provides valuable insights into the types and quantities of waste that are generated on-site, revealing patterns that inform effective strategies for waste reduction and management. This audit involves analyzing the waste stream, which helps to identify specific materials that can be reduced, reused, recycled, or composted, ultimately guiding the project in setting realistic and achievable waste reduction goals. By starting with a waste audit, the project team can make informed decisions that are tailored to their actual waste generation and composition. This data-driven approach facilitates the establishment of clear waste reduction targets, and provides a baseline against which progress can be measured. Additionally, understanding the waste stream allows the team to choose appropriate waste management strategies and initiatives that are most suitable for the project's context.