Micro-Renewable Energy and Water Conservation Quiz

What is the best direction for mounting a solar thermal collector?

• East
• West
• North
• South

What is the typical tilt angle used for a solar thermal collector?

• 10 degrees
• 20 degrees
• 30 degrees
• 45 degrees

Which of the following criteria does not apply to a stand-alone solar thermal system under permitted development?

• It must not exceed 4.0m in height
• It must not be installed within 5.0m of the property boundary
• It must not be more than 9.0m2 in area
• It must not face a highway

What is the main purpose of the F-gas regulations in relation to heat pumps?

• To regulate the use of fluorinated greenhouse gases
• To regulate the electrical installation of heat pumps
• To regulate the noise emissions of heat pumps
• To regulate the planning permission requirements for heat pumps

What is the main benefit of an air source heat pump over a ground source heat pump?

• Higher efficiency
• Lower installation costs
• Lower running costs
• Easier installation

What is the main limitation of a biomass boiler compared to a gas or oil boiler?

• Higher maintenance requirements
• Lower efficiency
• Longer warm-up time
• Higher fuel delivery costs

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of a micro-CHP system?

• Reduction in carbon emissions
• Generation of both heat and electricity
• Availability of a feed-in tariff
• Lower installation costs

What is the main purpose of the Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations 1999 in relation to rainwater harvesting systems?

• To regulate the quality of the rainwater
• To regulate the pipework and connections to the mains water supply
• To regulate the size of the rainwater storage tank
• To regulate the installation of the rainwater collection system

What is the main limitation of a greywater reuse system compared to a rainwater harvesting system?

• Lower water savings potential
• Higher maintenance requirements
• More complex installation
• Potential for cross-contamination

Which of the following is NOT a typical requirement for permitted development for an air source heat pump?

• The ASHP must comply with the microgeneration certification scheme
• Only one ASHP can be installed on a building or in the grounds
• The volume of the outdoor compressor must not exceed 1.0m3
• The ASHP must not be installed within 1.0m of the boundary