Unit-IV

What are the basic concepts of sustainable habitat?

• Reducing waste, conserving energy, using renewable resources

• Conserving energy, using non-renewable resources, reducing waste

• Maximizing waste, using non-renewable resources, conserving energy

• Using non-renewable resources, maximizing waste, conserving energy

What is a key aspect of green buildings?

• High energy consumption

• Low water efficiency

• Use of sustainable materials

• High waste production

What is an example of green materials for building construction?

• Wood from unsustainable sources

• Concrete made with regular cement

• Vinyl flooring

• Plastic foam insulation

What is an important factor in material selection for sustainable design?

• Aesthetics only

• All of the above

• Cost-effectiveness only

• Durability only

What is the purpose of green building certification?

• To increase energy consumption

• To maximize waste production

• To promote sustainable building practices

• To use non-renewable resources

What are the Design for Life Guidelines and Strategies focused on?

• Long-term sustainability

• Short-term solutions

• Maximizing waste

• Non-renewable resources

How is sustainability measured in engineering design?

• By energy consumption only

• By waste production only

• By considering environmental, social, and economic factors

• By using non-renewable resources

What is the focus of the Sustainable Process Design?

• Maximizing waste

• Reducing energy consumption

• Promoting sustainable production

• Using non-renewable resources

What is a key aspect of sustainable production?

• High resource consumption

• Use of non-renewable resources

• Low waste generation

• High energy consumption

What is the main goal of integrating sustainability in engineering design?

• To increase environmental impact

• To maximize resource consumption

• To minimize negative impacts on the environment, society, and economy

• To reduce social benefits