Energy Efficiency (Leaving Cert Construction Studies): Quizzes
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What does energy efficiency mean in building design?
What does energy efficiency mean in building design?
Using less energy for same results
Which is a key strategy for improving energy efficiency?
Which is a key strategy for improving energy efficiency?
Creating airtight building envelopes
What control system do smart homes use for energy management?
What control system do smart homes use for energy management?
Zone-based control systems
What factors trigger automatic adjustments in smart home systems?
What factors trigger automatic adjustments in smart home systems?
Occupancy, time of day, weather
Which renewable energy source uses ground source heat pumps?
Which renewable energy source uses ground source heat pumps?
Geothermal energy
What is the most common biomass fuel for residential heating?
What is the most common biomass fuel for residential heating?
Wood pellets
How much energy does a passive house consume annually per square metre?
How much energy does a passive house consume annually per square metre?
15-20 kWh
What are passive house design's three fundamental principles?
What are passive house design's three fundamental principles?
Insulation, airtight build, natural heat
What energy reduction do passive houses achieve vs traditional houses?
What energy reduction do passive houses achieve vs traditional houses?
85-90%
What sustainability advantage does zinc roofing offer?
What sustainability advantage does zinc roofing offer?
Nearly 100% recyclable