Energy Conservation Measures in the Building Services Industry

What is the main objective of the Climate Change Act 2008?

• To reduce carbon emissions to 80% below 1990 levels by 2050

• To establish the idea of carbon budgets

• To achieve energy performance in buildings

• To require inspections of boilers and air-conditioning systems

What is the purpose's of the EU Directive on the Energy Performance of Buildings?

• To establish a calculation methodology for energy performance

• To set minimum energy performance requirements for new buildings

• To require energy performance certificates for buildings

• To regulate inspections of boilers and air-conditioning systems

What is the Home Energy Conservation Act (HECA) 1995 aimed at?

• Increasing energy efficiency in housing stock

• Reducing carbon emissions

• Lowering the cost of fuel bills

• All of the above

Which part of the Building Regulations deals with the energy efficiency of buildings?

• Part L: Conservation of fuel and power

• Part F: Ventilation

• Part J: Combustion appliances and fuel storage systems

• Part P: Electrical safety

What is the purpose of Building Regulations Part F?

• To control indoor air quality

• To limit solar gains

• To ensure energy efficient operation

• To reduce heat loss through the building fabric

Which document provides guidance on complying with the Building Regulations requirements for space heating and hot water systems?

• Domestic Building Services Compliance Guide

• Standard Assessment Procedure

• Central Heating System Specifications

• Energy Performance of Buildings Directive

What is the purpose of the Standard Assessment Procedure (SAP2009)?

• To calculate the energy performance of buildings

• To provide recommendations for energy efficient central heating systems

• To rate the efficiency of boilers

• To provide guidance on water treatment in heating systems

What are the types of energy used in properties?

• High carbon energy sources

• Low carbon/carbon neutral energy sources

• Zero carbon energy sources

• All of the above

Which energy source emits the least amount of greenhouse gases during combustion?

• Coal

• Wind power

• Biomass

• Gasoline

What is the main component of natural gas?

• Methane

• Ethane

• Butane

• Propane