Practice - Substitution of traditional materials for alternatives with lower environmental impacts
Practice Questions
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What is meant by ‘embodied energy’?
💡 Hint: Think about the life cycle of a product.
Name one example of innovative building material.
💡 Hint: Focus on materials that offer environmental benefits.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is embodied energy?
💡 Hint: Follow the material's journey.
Is using recycled materials effective for sustainability?
💡 Hint: Consider the benefits of recycling.
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Challenge Problems
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Analyze and compare the embodied energy of a traditional material like concrete versus an innovative material like Hempcrete. What conclusions can you draw regarding environmental impact?
💡 Hint: Research specific energy values for each material.
Design a renovation plan for an existing building that highlights the use of alternative materials. Include considerations of both embodied and operational energy.
💡 Hint: Consider how new materials could improve energy efficiency in heating and cooling.
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