3.2. Implementation and Monitoring

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does NBC stand for?

   Hint

   Think about what the code addresses in construction.

2. 2.

   Name one component of the Environmental Impact Assessment process.

   Hint

   This is the first step in determining the necessity for an EIA.

3. 3.

   What is the main purpose of the Environmental Impact Assessment?

   • To evaluate potential environmental impacts
   • To boost construction speed
   • To increase project costs

   Hint

   Think about the evaluation happening before any construction work.

4. 4.

   True or False: The Energy Conservation Building Code only applies to residential buildings.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider the types of buildings that are included.

5. 5.

   Evaluate the importance of stringent monitoring in promoting compliance with environmental regulations in construction. Provide specific examples.

   Hint

   Think of how monitoring can prevent non-compliance and promote best practices.

6. 6.

   Discuss the potential consequences of neglecting the EIA in a construction project. Illustrate with a hypothetical scenario.

   Hint

   Consider how environmental impacts can affect both communities and the developers financially and ethically.