2.3.1. Sustainable Design & construction

Try these first

1. 1.

   Define sustainable design.

   Hint

   Think about how construction relates to the environment.

2. 2.

   Name one technology that contributes to sustainable construction.

   Hint

   Focus on materials and innovations.

3. 3.

   What is the main goal of sustainable design?

   • To maximize environmental impact
   • To minimize negative environmental impact
   • To increase costs

   Hint

   Focus on environmental responsibility.

4. 4.

   True or False: Nanotechnology can improve the properties of construction materials.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider what nanotechnology does at a small scale.

5. 5.

   Design a small community utilizing principles of sustainable construction. What materials would you use, and how would they reduce environmental impact?

   Hint

   Think about renewable and recyclable materials.

6. 6.

   Evaluate the potential economic benefits of implementing nanotechnology in construction materials.

   Hint

   How do materials affect the overall costs in construction?