WorksheetsConserve energy and reduce waste
Total questions: 26
Worksheet time: 18mins
As professional trades people, it is important to conserve energy and reduce wastage because:
it saves money and resources.
it is required by law.
it is a tradition in the industry.
it is a way to increase workload.
Councils and companies are trialing what type of vehicles to reduce carbon emissions?
Electric vehicles
Diesel vehicles
Petrol vehicles
Hybrid vehicles
How many electric vans did Glasgow council trial in their fleet?
10
20
30
40
What is the funding amount for the low carbon vehicle demonstrator initiative?
£25 million
£30 million
£40 million
£50 million
Which of the following are good working practices to conserve energy and reduce waste?
Turning off lights when not in use
Using disposable products
Leaving computers on overnight
Ignoring recycling guidelines
Why is it beneficial to source materials locally?
It reduces transportation costs and environmental impact.
It increases transportation costs and environmental impact.
It has no effect on transportation costs and environmental impact.
It is more expensive than sourcing materials from abroad.
Fill in the blank: Once the system is installed, they allow the use or re-use of water at no additional cost. This is instead of putting the demand for water on the (a) .
What is one benefit of rainwater harvesting mentioned in the text?
Where are the storage cisterns for rainwater harvesting typically installed?
Explain how rainwater harvesting can reduce the pressure on mains water resources.
By increasing water supply from natural sources
By reducing the demand for mains water
By improving water quality
By increasing water wastage
The main advantage of rainwater harvesting is:
reducing water bills
increasing water pollution
decreasing water availability
causing soil erosion
Rainwater harvesting saves up to how many liters of water each flush?
10 liters
6 liters
15 liters
20 liters
Where is the rainwater stored in a rainwater harvesting system?
In the gutter
In the underground cistern
In the drainage system
In the loft area.
The purpose of a grey water recycling system is to:
reduce water waste by reusing water from sinks, showers, and washing machines
purify drinking water from natural sources
manage stormwater runoff
treat sewage water for safe release into the environment
Which of the following sources does a grey water recycling system collect water from?
Toilets
Baths
Showers
Washing machines
True or False: Grey water recycling systems are commonly used to flush WC's.
True
False
Grey water recycling is:
a method of purifying drinking water
a process of reusing wastewater from baths, sinks, and washing machines
a technique for desalinating seawater
a way to collect rainwater for irrigation
Grey water recycling collects waste water from which of the following appliances?
Toilets
Baths and showers
Kitchen sinks
Garden hoses
How much water can be saved with each flush by using grey water recycling?
1-2 liters
4-6 liters
6-8 liters
9-10 liters
Why is it important to look into using renewable sources?
To reduce carbon emissions and combat climate change
To increase dependency on fossil fuels
To deplete natural resources faster
To increase pollution levels
What are the benefits of new build houses mentioned in the text?
Energy efficiency and modern design
Lower cost and quick construction
Proximity to city centers
Historical value and charm
Why is it important to follow good housekeeping methods on site?
To ensure safety and efficiency
To increase the workload
To create confusion
To delay project timelines
What are the consequences of losing a component in an untidy workplace?
Increased efficiency
Loss of productivity
Improved safety
Enhanced organization
It is important to 'measure twice and cut once' because:
it saves time and resources by reducing mistakes.
it is a traditional saying with no practical value.
it encourages creativity and innovation.
it is a way to impress others with precision.
What should be done with off cuts or 'shorts' of pipe and cable?
They should be discarded immediately.
They should be stored for future use.
They should be recycled or repurposed.
They should be sold as scrap.
Which of the following is a good working practice to reduce wastage?
Measure once and cut twice
Measure twice and cut once
Cut without measuring
