Practice Maintenance & Optimization - Energy Efficiency in Buildings - Sustainable and Green Construction
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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What is passive design?

💡 Hint: Think about how sunlight and air movement can be used.

Question 2 Easy

What does BEM stand for?

💡 Hint: It's a simulation tool for assessing energy performance.

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Question 1

What is an example of passive design?

Energy-efficient HVAC system
Large south-facing windows
Geothermal heat pump

💡 Hint: Think about how sunlight enters a building.

Question 2

True or False? Renewable energy sources like wind and solar can reduce carbon emissions.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider the environmental impacts of different energy sources.

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Challenge Problems

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Challenge 1 Hard

Design a preliminary plan for a small home utilizing passive design techniques. Include orientation and material choices.

💡 Hint: Pay attention to how the positioning affects sunlight and energy use.

Challenge 2 Hard

Analyze an existing building's HVAC system and suggest improvements to optimize its energy efficiency.

💡 Hint: Think about modern technologies and how they could enhance comfort while conserving energy.

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