Net Zero Tiny House Quiz

What is the main source of power for the Net Zero tiny house?

• Natural gas

• Hydroelectric power

• Wind energy

• Solar energy

What university did the group of students who designed the Northern Nomad tiny house attend?

• McGill University

• Carleton University

• University of British Columbia

• University of Toronto

What is the size of the trailer on which the Net Zero tiny house is built?

• 20' x 6'

• 30' x 10'

• 24' x 8'

• 18' x 7'

What is the purpose of the raised platform in the kitchen area?

• To create a hidden storage space

• To accommodate fresh water storage

• To provide extra seating

• To store kitchen appliances

What is the function of the bench in the living room area?

• Energy recovery ventilator

• Mechanical room

• Storage space

• Heat pump unit

How much solar generation power does the roof of the tiny house have?

• 3.6 kilowatts

• 2.5 kilowatts

• 4.8 kilowatts

• 5.2 kilowatts

What is the purpose of the vacuum insulated panels used in the tiny house?

• To generate electricity

• To store water

• To increase insulation

• To provide structural support

What is the purpose of the sensors placed throughout the building envelope?

• To monitor temperature and moisture

• To measure solar radiation

• All of the above

• To detect wind driven rain

What is the purpose of the digital twin in the tiny house project?

• To create a virtual reality tour

• To monitor energy consumption

• To control home automation

• To identify conflicts before construction

What is the main goal of the home automation system in the tiny house?

• To reduce energy generation

• To control the HVAC system

• To automate thermal controls

• To increase power consumption