Unit 3_WEM

What are the Four National Taps managed by PUB in Singapore?

• Local catchment water, imported water, NEWater, and desalinated water

• Imported water, rainwater, groundwater, and NEWater

• Desalinated water, surface water, groundwater, and recycled water

• Rainwater, groundwater, surface water, and desalinated water

What is the purpose of the Water Efficiency Fund (WEF)?

• To promote water conservation in households

• To help companies manage water efficiently and promote conservation

• To fund the construction of new water treatment plants

• To subsidize water bills for low-income families

What does the term 'Closing the Water Loop' refer to?

• Implementing stricter regulations on water usage

• Reducing the flow rate of water fittings

• Building new reservoirs to store rainwater

• Reusing treated used water instead of letting it go to waste

Which of the following is a mandatory requirement for new buildings in Singapore?

• Installation of solar panels

• Building green roofs

• Use of recycled materials in construction

• Installation of water-saving fixtures

What is the main goal of the 'Every Drop Counts' initiative?

• To encourage personal responsibility in water usage

• To promote water recycling in industries

• To increase the supply of desalinated water

• To reduce the cost of water for consumers

What is the purpose of the BCA Green Mark Criteria?

• To certify water-saving devices

• To promote sustainable design and operation practices

• To regulate water pricing in Singapore

• To evaluate the energy efficiency of buildings

What is the maximum allowable flow rate for a basin tap under the Water Efficient Building (WEB) certification?

• 8 litres/min

• 4 litres/min

• 6 litres/min

• 2 litres/min

What does the Water Conservation Tax aim to achieve?

• To promote the use of bottled water

• To encourage responsible water usage and conservation

• To fund new water infrastructure projects

• To subsidize water costs for low-income households

Which of the following is NOT an eligible project type for the Water Efficiency Fund?

• Rainwater harvesting

• Feasibility studies

• Water audits

• Community water conservation campaigns

What is the purpose of the ISO 46001 standard?

• To promote the use of desalinated water

• To improve water quality in rivers

• To regulate the pricing of water

• To help organizations reduce water waste and improve sustainability