5.1.4.2.6 - Innovation
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What is energy efficiency?
💡 Hint: Think about how we can save energy!
What does LCA stand for?
💡 Hint: Consider what assessments are done over a product's life.
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What is the primary goal of energy efficiency?
💡 Hint: Think about how we can maintain comfort while saving energy.
True or False: LCA is only concerned with the construction phase of a building.
💡 Hint: Consider what aspects are included in a life cycle.
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Evaluate the environmental impact of selecting recycled steel versus new steel for construction in terms of embodied energy and operational efficiency.
💡 Hint: Consider both materials' lifecycles.
Design a hypothetical residential building optimized for energy efficiency in a hot climate. Specify materials and their expected energy impacts.
💡 Hint: Think about the energy demands of materials in hot weather.
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