Unless mitigated, resource consumption over the life of a conventional building

Unless mitigated, resource consumption over the life of a conventional building
A . remains steady
B . gradually decreases the total emissions footprint
C . incrementally increases the total emissions footprint
D . fluctuates between increasing and decreasing the total emissions footprint

Answer: C

Explanation:

Unless mitigated, resource consumption over the life of a conventional building incrementally increases the total emissions footprint. This is because conventional buildings often use non-renewable resources for energy and materials, which contribute to greenhouse gas emissions during extraction, production, use, and disposal.

Reference: LEED Green Associate Candidate Handbook, U.S. Green Building Council resources