Sustainable Housing

What does sustainable mean?

• Using resources so they will be available for future generations.

• Depleting resources quickly and not worrying about the future.

• Constantly buying new things instead of reusing what we have.

• Finding ways to recycle materials and reduce waste.

Which example is NOT sustainable?

• Turning off lights when you leave a room to save energy.

• Throwing away food and plastic items instead of recycling them.

• Planting trees to help the environment.

• Using reusable bags and bottles to reduce waste.

Which of the following is an example of sustainable housing?

• A house with little insulation and high energy bills.

• A house with high water usage and lots of single-use plastic products.

• A house built with energy-efficient windows and solar panels.

• A house that requires frequent repairs and uses non-recycled materials.

Which practice is best for sustainable water collection and use in a house?

• Filling a pool weekly and washing cars frequently.

• Leaving the faucet running and using a garden hose daily.

• Using a water tank and low-flow fixtures.

• Taking long showers and using excess water for cleaning.

Why is hay considered a good resource for building a sustainable house?

• Hay can be easily shaped into any desired building material.

• Hay is a long-lasting material that doesn’t require maintenance.

• Hay is resistant to all types of weather conditions and pests.

• • Hay is an excellent natural insulator and is made from renewable resources.

  
  

Why is cob a good choice of sustainable material for a house?

• Cob breaks down quickly and needs to be replaced often.

• Cob needs a lot of chemicals to make it strong.

• Cob is very heavy and hard to use in building.

• It's made from natural materials, clay and straw that come from the earth.

Which of the following are NOT good practices for sustainable housing?

• Using energy-efficient appliances to save electricity.

• Installing rain barrels to collect and reuse rainwater.

• Building with eco-friendly materials like bamboo or recycled steel.

• Using single-use plastics for construction.

What is a sustainable way to use grey water in a home?

• Disposing of grey water directly into storm drains.

  
  

• Using grey water for drinking and cooking.

• Reusing grey water from sinks and showers to water the garden.

• Pouring grey water into the bathroom sink.

Why should we consider building sustainably?

• To make buildings that are expensive to maintain and operate.

• To help protect the environment and use resources more efficiently.

• To design homes that need frequent updates and repairs.

• To maximise the use of non-renewable resources.