part 1 unit 7; Sustainability

Question 1

Goal for energy-efficient design

Answer 1

reduce energy loss through the building envelope

Question 2

indicate how well a two-dimensional building component such as a wall, a window, or insulation can resist heat loss as heat travels through it

Answer 2

R-values

Question 3

uses the position of a structure, and both the size of, and any overhangs to its windows to maximize the home’s heating and cooling gains

Answer 3

passive heating and cooling

Question 4

Bamboo

Answer 4

-renewable resource
-high strength great option for flooring/cabinets

Question 5

cork

Answer 5

Known to absorb noise and water
great option for flooring

Question 6

newly popular landscaping technique that reduces the need for the unnecessary use of water in irrigation by using drought-tolerant and native species of plants.

Answer 6

Xeriscaping

Question 7

blower door test

Answer 7

-determines the homes precise degree of air tightness and heat loss

Question 8

built green homes have three benefits

Answer 8

-low energy costs
-healthier living
-durability

Question 9

net zero

Answer 9

designed and constructed to produce as much energy as it consumes annually

Question 10

features of net zero homes

Answer 10

-increase water savings
-better heating systems with high efficiency two stage furnaces.

Question 11

t/f A home identified as a net zero dwelling will also qualify for a rebate of up to 25% on the premiums for insured mortgages from Canadian mortgage

Answer 11

False, it’s 15%

Question 12

A passive house is an..

Answer 12

efficient home, consuming 90% less energy

Question 13

passive house features

Answer 13

-lower energy costs
-improved indoor air
-lower carbon footprint
-low maintenance cost

Question 14

other types of sustainable housing

Answer 14

-tiny homes
-prefabricated homes
-shipping container homes