WorksheetsNZEB- Near Zero Energy Builds Quiz
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
What does NZEB stand for?
Net Zero Energy Buildings
New Zealand Energy Builders
National Zero Emission Buildings
Near Zero Energy Builds
What is the minimum standard for new builds in Ireland in 2021?
25% energy from renewable sources
100% energy from renewable sources
75% energy from renewable sources
50% energy from renewable sources
What is the cost of running a NZEB home for a year?
100 euro per year
1000 euro per year
200 euro per year
500 euro per year
What does HVAC stand for?
Heat, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning
Home Ventilation and Cooling
High Voltage Air Control
Heating and Ventilation Automation Control
What does PV stand for in PV Panels?
Powerful Panels
Panel Voltage
Photovoltaic
Power Voltage
How can solar gain be optimized in a building?
By increasing the size of window frames
By reducing the number of windows
By orientating the building at 15 degrees off north
By using minimal insulation
What do heat pumps do?
Extract heat and release it into the air
Generate electricity from heat
Extract heat and put it into water for heating
Cool the air inside buildings
What is a common everyday item that uses heat pump technology?
Microwave
Oven
Fridge
Dishwasher
What is a key aspect of a NZEB home's airtightness?
Having gaps in the floor joists
Not sealing electrical fittings
Leaving windows open for ventilation
Sealing tape around joints
How can insulation be increased in the external envelope of a building?
Using external and internal insulation boards
Using thinner insulation in cavity walls
Decreasing the thickness of the cavity
Using regular blocks for construction
What is the purpose of the videos linked in the text?
To demonstrate HVAC systems
To showcase building designs
To explain solar panel technology
To provide examples of NZEB homes
What is the main source of energy for NZEB homes?
Renewable Sources
Fossil Fuels
Nuclear Energy
Hydropower
What is the primary function of air to water heat pumps?
Heating buildings using water circulation
Extracting heat from water sources
Heating water for consumption
Cooling the air in buildings
What is the significance of building orientation in optimizing solar gain?
It has no impact on solar gain
It reduces the number of windows exposed to sunlight
It increases the number of windows hit by sunlight
It decreases the efficiency of solar panels
What is the purpose of increasing a building's airtightness?
To reduce natural light exposure
To allow for better ventilation
To increase noise insulation
To prevent air leaks and improve energy efficiency
