Sustainable Construction and High-Performance Buildings

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What is the primary goal of whole-building design?

To increase the use of PV cells for electricity

To achieve energy, economic, and environmental performance that is substantially better than standard practice (correct)

To focus solely on the indoor air quality

To reduce energy consumption only

What is the purpose of the CIB Task Group 16's framework for sustainable construction?

To reduce the environmental impact of buildings

To increase the use of renewable energy sources

To promote the use of green building technologies

To articulate the potential contribution of the built environment to the attainment of sustainable development (correct)

What is an example of systems thinking in sustainable building practices?

Focusing solely on indoor air quality

Using advanced daylighting to minimize artificial lighting, leading to smaller cooling systems and reduced energy expenses (correct)

Installing PV cells for electricity generation only

Using rainwater harvesting for irrigation only

What is a major advantage of high-performance buildings?

They have a lower environmental impact Signup and view all the answers

What is a key component of integrated design?

Full collaboration among the design team from the project's inception Signup and view all the answers

What is a feature of the Solaire building that exemplifies sustainable practices?

The use of natural light and rainwater harvesting for irrigation and wastewater reuse Signup and view all the answers

What is the most comprehensive term that addresses the ecological, social, and economic issues of a building?

Sustainable construction Signup and view all the answers

What are the principles of sustainable construction applied to?

Throughout the building's entire life cycle Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of the 1st principle of sustainable construction?

To reduce resource consumption Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of the 6th principle of sustainable construction?

To apply life-cycle costing Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of sustainable construction?

To create a healthy built environment Signup and view all the answers

What is the term that includes all aspects of a building's impact, including ecological, social, and economic issues?

Sustainable construction Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of the LEED rating system?

Creating a framework for healthy and efficient green buildings Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a sustainable building material?

Recycled glass Signup and view all the answers

What is a benefit of using energy-efficient windows and doors?

Lowering energy costs Signup and view all the answers

What is a goal of minimizing water consumption in green buildings?

Conserving natural resources Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using low-VOC paints in green construction?

Improving indoor air quality Signup and view all the answers

What is a benefit of constructing green roof systems?

Providing onsite gardens and rainwater management Signup and view all the answers