Sustainability

What type of lighting is considered a sustainable improvement in homes?

• LED lighting

• Incandescent lighting

• Halogen lighting

• Fluorescent lighting

What is used in sustainable homes to recycle organic waste?

• Compost

• Plastic bins

• Incinerators

• Glass jars

What system is used in sustainable homes to collect and reuse water from rain?

• Rainwater collection

• Solar panel system

• Greywater irrigation

• Wind turbine system

What type of toilet system helps save water in sustainable homes?

• Dual flush system

• Single flush system

• Composting system

• Gravity flush system

What renewable energy source is often installed on roofs to generate electricity in sustainable homes?

• Solar panels

• Wind turbines

• Geothermal pumps

• Hydroelectric dams

What is added to the roof of a house to help keep it warm in winter and cool in summer, improving energy efficiency?

• Roof insulation

• Roof paint

• Solar panels

• Chimney

What type of system is used in sustainable homes to provide heating and cooling while using less energy?

• Energy efficient heating and cooling system

• Traditional wood-burning stove

• Open fireplace system

• Manual window ventilation

What device uses wind to generate electricity for sustainable homes?

• Wind turbine

• Solar panel

• Hydroelectric dam

• Geothermal pump

What is the goal for emissions in sustainable housing to help the UK reach zero carbon by 2050?

• Low CO2 emissions

• High CO2 emissions

• No change in CO2 emissions

• Increased methane emissions

What should be used effectively in homes to reduce the need for artificial lighting and save energy?

• Using natural light effectively

• Using more electric bulbs

• Keeping windows closed during the day

• Painting walls with dark colors