Practice Efficient Appliances And Systems (1.1.7) - Energy Efficiency in Buildings

Practice: Efficient Appliances and Systems

Lesson 1.1.7Energy Efficiency in Buildings

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Question 1.
What is an energy-efficient appliance?
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Think about appliances that save energy.
Question 2.
Give an example of a smart control device.
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Consider devices that automate functions.
3Question 3.
What is the primary benefit of using energy-efficient appliances?
- Higher water usage
- Lower energy consumption
- Increased maintenance costs
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Think about their design purpose.
4Question 4.
True or False: Smart controls can help reduce energy waste.
- True
- False
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Consider what smart controls do.
Question 5.
Calculate the potential annual savings if a household replaces all incandescent bulbs with LED lights, reducing energy usage by 75%. Consider an average 100-watt bulb running for 5 hours a day.
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Start by calculating energy use per bulb and then factor the number of bulbs and daily use.
Question 6.
Design a simple energy management plan for a small office building considering occupancy patterns and the integration of smart controls. Outline strategies for both lighting and HVAC systems.
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Consider the busiest times of day when staff are present.

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