Of the 35 total points available in the Energy and Atmosphere category in the LEED 2009 for New Construction and Major Renovation, how many points can be attained for Green Power?
A)4
B)1
C)1.5
D)2

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2 points are available for the Green Power credit under the Energy and Atmosphere category for the LEED Rating System. Green Power is electricity produced from solar, wind, geothermal, biogas, biomass, and low impact small hydroelectric sources. It is used to avoid the environmental impact of conventional energy generation, as well as its greenhouse gas reduction benefits.

Of the 35 Total Points Available in the Energy and Atmosphere