6.1.2 - Building operation and maintenance stage
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Define embodied energy in your own words.
💡 Hint: Consider what stages contribute to this energy consumption.
What is the purpose of Life Cycle Assessment?
💡 Hint: Think about what aspects are included in an assessment.
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What does LCA stand for?
💡 Hint: Think about the evaluation of products' life spans.
True or False: Operational energy can account for up to 90% of a building's environmental impact.
💡 Hint: Consider the energy used during the life of the building.
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Evaluate the impact of using 100% recycled-materials versus new materials in a mid-rise building design. Consider both embodied and operational energy in your response.
💡 Hint: Consider the full life-cycle and energy costs versus environmental benefits.
Develop a recycling strategy for a large construction site that minimizes waste and maximizes the reuse of materials. What should be included?
💡 Hint: Think about logistics, partnerships, and employable practices.
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