Test Your High Performance Building Knowledge

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Building Science Quiz sobre Test Your High Performance Building Knowledge, criado por David Bailey em 28-01-2018.
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Questão 1

Questão
In what year was the EarthCraft program created?
Responda
  • 2005
  • 2011
  • 1999
  • 2009

Questão 2

Questão
EarthCraft certified homes and offices promote water and energy savings through increased water efficiency. What are two benefits of reducing water usage in EarthCraft projects? (Check two)
Responda
  • Lower utility bills
  • Low flow fixtures yield cleaner drinking water
  • Eliminate the need for water heating
  • Less energy resources devoted to water treatment

Questão 3

Questão
Retrofitting new windows to an existing home is the best thing you can do to improve home energy performance.
Responda
  • True
  • False

Questão 4

Questão
The highest energy consumer in a home is/are:
Responda
  • Lighting fixtures and features
  • Heating & cooling systems
  • Appliances (i.e. washers/dryers, refrigerators, dishwashers)
  • Teenagers

Questão 5

Questão
Which of these is NOT a requirement to promote indoor air quality in EarthCraft projects (check all that apply)?
Responda
  • Limit the use of VOCs (volatile organic compounds)
  • Limit the use of formaldehyde
  • Undergo radon testing
  • Incorporate fresh air ventilation systems
  • Set up incense and candles to help provide a wonderfully scented atmosphere

Questão 6

Questão
With the rise of solar energy in the United States, energy efficiency is no longer important or relevant in residential or commercial buildings.
Responda
  • True
  • False

Questão 7

Questão
How many homes, apartment units, offices, and communities have been EarthCraft certified throughout the Southeast (approximately)?
Responda
  • 15,000
  • 35,000
  • 25,000
  • 45,000

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