2.1.3. Construction/Installation

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is a green building material?

   Hint

   Think about materials that promote sustainability.

2. 2.

   Name a rapidly renewable material.

   Hint

   Consider materials that grow quickly.

3. 3.

   What is a key benefit of using recycled content materials?

   • A. They are cheaper than new materials
   • B. They reduce landfill waste
   • C. They are less durable

   Hint

   Think about the purpose of recycling.

4. 4.

   True or False: Life Cycle Assessment evaluates only the use phase of a product.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider the full lifecycle of products.

5. 5.

   Evaluate the potential impact of using locally sourced materials on community economics.

   Hint

   Consider both economic and environmental factors.

6. 6.

   Design a construction process that incorporates lean construction principles. What elements would you include and why?

   Hint

   Think about how to streamline processes.