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4 cards from this section. Quick, good the night before a test.
What does local sourcing mean in the context of building materials?
Think about how far materials need to travel.
Why should builders consider recycled materials?
Reflect on waste management and resource usage.
What is the term for materials obtained from nearby sources?
Think about how close materials are to the building site.
True or False: Low-embodied energy materials help reduce the carbon footprint.
Consider the energy required for producing materials.
Analyze a building project you are familiar with. Identify the materials used and discuss how improving these selections could enhance the building's energy efficiency.
Reflect on what materials could have improved energy performance.
Develop a proposal for a sustainable building project utilizing the principles of material selection discussed. Include specific examples of materials you would use.
Think about how these materials will improve the building's sustainability.
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