Green Building Pop Q

What is the purpose of green building ratings systems?

• To determine the cost of construction

• To evaluate the building's height

• To assess the architectural design

• To provide ranking based on environmental impacts

Which of the following is not a green building element?

• Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems

• Thermal envelope

• Water efficiency

• Lighting systems

What is the Green Building Index (GBI) in Malaysia used for?

• To monitor air pollution levels

• To assess agricultural practices

• To promote sustainability in the built environment

• To regulate traffic laws

Which of the following is a sub-sector related to green technology and practices?

• Information technology

• Manufacturing

• Finance

• Energy

What are the main criteria used in the Green Building Index (GBI) for evaluating buildings?

• Quality, Quantity, Time, Cost, Scope, Risk

• Speed, Durability, Flexibility, Safety, Comfort, Efficiency

• Cost-effectiveness, Aesthetics, Location, Size, Population density, Accessibility

• Energy Efficiency, Indoor Environment Quality, Sustainable Site Planning & Management, Materials & Resources, Water Efficiency, Innovation

What is the role of sustainable site planning and management in green building?

• To maximize energy consumption

• To minimize waste generation

• To increase water usage

• To reduce indoor air quality

How does green building contribute to environmental conservation?

• By increasing carbon emissions

• By promoting deforestation

• By reducing water consumption

• By encouraging pollution

Why is it important to consider materials and resources in green building practices?

• To increase construction costs

• To promote sustainable sourcing

• To speed up the building process

• To ignore environmental impacts

How does the use of renewable energy sources contribute to green building practices?

• By increasing greenhouse gas emissions

• By promoting energy efficiency

• By depleting natural resources

• By encouraging waste generation

Why is it important to incorporate daylighting strategies in green building construction?

• To minimize natural light exposure

• To increase energy consumption

• To improve indoor air quality

• To reduce the need for artificial lighting