Sustainable Construction Quiz - Sustainability

What is the term 'sustainability' referring to in construction?

• Using only metal in construction

• Minimizing the impact on the environment and preserving resources

• Building tall structures

• Using only recycled materials

What is one method of sustainable construction that minimizes the impact on the environment?

• Using only concrete for construction

• Prefabrication

• Using plastic materials for construction

• Building on greenfield sites

Why is the concept of sustainability important in construction?

• To minimize the impact on the environment and preserve resources for future generations

• To make buildings look more attractive

• To increase the noise and dust generated during construction

• To reduce the cost of construction

What is the distinction between greenfield and brownfield sites in construction?

• Whether the site has been previously developed or not

• The type of materials used for construction

• The color of the soil

• The location of the construction site

What is a benefit of using brownfield sites for construction?

• Increased disruption to the local community

• More noise and dust generated during construction

• Reduced environmental impact

• Higher cost of development

What are some alternative energies used within construction projects?

• Hydroelectric and geothermal

• Coal and oil

• Wind and solar

• Natural gas and nuclear

What type of building is best suited for a ground source heat installation?

• Buildings with no external land

• Buildings with a suitable area of external land

• Buildings with no heating system

• Buildings with no windows

What is the temperature of water produced by a ground source heat installation ideal for?

• Swimming pools

• Drinking

• Cooking

• Underfloor heating installations

What is the purpose of using wind and solar energy in construction projects?

• To reduce the noise and dust generated during construction

• To use up more resources

• To minimize the impact on the environment

• To increase the cost of construction