Sustainable Construction Practices Quiz

What is the primary goal of energy conservation in construction projects?

• To increase the use of fossil fuels

• To reduce carbon dioxide emissions

• To make buildings more expensive

• To decrease insulation in buildings

What does the abbreviation HVAC stand for?

• Heating, Ventilation, and Air-Conditioning

• High Voltage Air Conditioning

• Heat, Vent, and Air Control

• Heating, Ventilation, and Air Circulation

According to the Environment Agency, what is a key aspect of sustainable construction?

• Maximising waste on site

• Using resources inefficiently

• Cutting down on waste and reducing landfill

• Increasing carbon emissions

Which of the following is NOT a recommendation by the Environment Agency for sustainable construction?

• Reducing construction waste

• Increasing water wastage

• Responsibly sourcing materials

• Cutting back on carbon emissions

What is meant by 'finite resources' in the context of construction?

• Resources that are unlimited

• Resources that will eventually run out

• Resources that are renewable

• Resources that are always available

Which of the following is an example of a renewable resource?

• Coal

• Oil

• Biodiesel

• Natural gas

What is the purpose of the Code for Sustainable Homes?

• To increase the cost of new homes

• To rate and certify the environmental performance of new homes

• To promote the use of non-renewable resources

• To encourage the use of more land for construction

What is the impact of construction on biodiversity?

• It enhances wildlife habitats

• It has no impact on wildlife

• It can disturb or destroy wildlife and plants

• It always conserves at-risk species

How much waste is generated from homes and businesses in England and Wales each year?

• 100 million tonnes

• 170 million tonnes

• 200 million tonnes

• 250 million tonnes

Which of the following is a method to generate energy using low or zero carbon methods?

• Burning coal

• Using natural gas

• Solar power

• Diesel generators