CST Week 3 Sustainability Assessments

Why is it important to measure the energy performance of buildings?

• To raise living standards

• To reduce environmental impact

• To ensure economic viability

• All of the above

What aspects are typically measured to confirm a building is sustainable?

• Environmental, Economic and Social Factors

• Materials used and energy efficiency

• Impact on the local environment, economy and community

• All of the above

Which organisation developed the Sustainable Project Appraisal Routine (SPeAR)?

• BREEAM

• Arup UK

• CASBEE

• MUFC Builders

What does BREEAM stand for?

• Building Research Environmental Assessment Method

• British Renewable Energy and Efficiency Assessment Model

• Building Resilience and Energy Efficiency Assessment Method

• British Research Environmental Analysis Model

What is the highest rating in the BREEAM assessment system?

• Exceptional

• Unclassified

• Very Good

• Outstanding

What are some positives of using the BREEAM assessment system?

• Standardisation of assessment standards

• Increased human comfort

• Attractive to investors and tenantss

• All of the above

What are three characteristics of a net-zero or net-positive building?

• Producing more energy than it consumes

• Zero carbon emissions

• Energy self sufficiency

• Use of a wood burner

Which rating system is specific to the United States?

• LEED

• BREEAM

• CASBEE

• Pearl Building Rating System

Which rating system is specific to United Arab Emirates?

• LEED

• BREEAM

• CASBEE

• Pear Building Rating System

Which rating system is specific to Japan?

• LEED

• BREEAM

• CASBEE

• Pearl Building Rating System