Building Efficiency & Sustainability Quiz

What are the 3 pillars of sustainability?

• Energy, Resources, Waste

• Technological, Financial, Ecological

• Economic, Social, Environmental

• People, Profit, Planet

What is the definition of sustainability?

• The process of maintaining a certain rate of production

• The depletion of natural resources to maintain balance

• Avoidance of natural resource depletion for ecological balance

• The increase in value of products over time

What are the two approaches to designing green architecture?

• Eco-centric, Human-centric

• Techno-centric, Eco-centric

• Nature-centric, Technology-centric

• Green-centric, Sustainable-centric

What is the main focus of Techno-centric green architecture?

• Promoting a nature-centered design approach

• Using natural materials for construction

• Minimizing environmental impact through technology

• Supporting local communities

Which component is NOT part of a green building?

• Waste

• Materials

• People

• Energy

What is a key strategy for building efficiency?

• Ignoring natural ventilation

• Implementing passive design strategies

• Using high u-value materials

• Maximizing waste production

What is the purpose of water harvesting in green architecture?

• To waste water resources

• To promote water pollution

• To reduce water usage

• To increase water consumption

What is the focus of the Kampung Admiralty project?

• High-rise residential towers

• Sustainable community living

• Industrial development

• Commercial retail spaces

Which material is commonly used for modular construction in sustainable buildings?

• Steel

• Concrete

• Glass

• Cross Laminated Timber

What is the main goal of green architecture?

• To maximize waste production

• To minimize environmental impact

• To ignore natural resources

• To increase energy consumption