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What is the main objective of energy conservation?
What is the main objective of energy conservation?
- To deplete limited resources faster
- To encourage more consumption of resources
- To reduce wastage and losses (correct)
- To increase demand for limited resources
How does energy efficiency contribute to a sustainable energy system?
How does energy efficiency contribute to a sustainable energy system?
- By providing more light with less consumption
- By using less energy to provide the same output (correct)
- By using more energy for the same output
- By increasing CO2 emissions
What is one way green buildings reduce energy use?
What is one way green buildings reduce energy use?
- Avoiding natural light sources
- Installing high-energy consumption appliances
- Maximizing electric loads from lighting
- Using passive design strategies (correct)
When was the Energy Conservation Act enacted?
When was the Energy Conservation Act enacted?
What are the five major provisions of the Energy Conservation Act 2001?
What are the five major provisions of the Energy Conservation Act 2001?
How does day lighting contribute to energy conservation?
How does day lighting contribute to energy conservation?
What is the primary objective of the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE)?
What is the primary objective of the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE)?
What is a requirement for designated consumers as per the Energy Conservation Building Codes?
What is a requirement for designated consumers as per the Energy Conservation Building Codes?
What action does the central government take with respect to designated consumers exceeding prescribed energy consumption norms?
What action does the central government take with respect to designated consumers exceeding prescribed energy consumption norms?
What is the purpose of the Energy Conservational Fund?
What is the purpose of the Energy Conservational Fund?
Under the Energy Conservation Building Codes, what is the threshold for mandatory compliance for commercial buildings?
Under the Energy Conservation Building Codes, what is the threshold for mandatory compliance for commercial buildings?
What impact does the amendment to the act have on the range of commercial buildings subject to building codes?
What impact does the amendment to the act have on the range of commercial buildings subject to building codes?
