1 According to John Elkington, what is the most urgent change needed to truly build sustainably? A. Use more low-carbon technologies B. Strengthen environmental standards C. Changing the way we think about construction D. Build faster in response to the housing crisis 4 What does adaptation mean for sustainable construction? A. Repairing a building after a disaster B. Building using environmentally friendly materials C. Preparing a building to withstand the effects of climate change D. Strengthening the structure to withstand storms 6 According to projections, what proportion of the urban population could face water shortages by 2050? A. 1 city dweller in 4 B. 1 city dweller in 3 C. 1 city dweller in 2 D. 2 city dwellers in 3 5 What key economic advantage do sustainable buildings offer in the long term? A. They are less expensive to build B. They reduce maintenance and costs over several decades C. They immediately increase property values D. They require less labor on the construction site 7 What is Constructing a Sustainable Future? A. A platform that centralizes sustainable construction data B. A think tank dedicated to sustainable construction C. An organization that certifies sustainable buildings D. The online magazine that explores the issues surrounding sustainable construction 3 What are the four pillars of comfort in a sustainable building? A. Natural light, ventilation, thermal insulation, ergonomic furniture B. Air quality, natural light, acoustics, temperature C. Ventilation, temperature, thermal insulation, building orientation D. Natural light, acoustics, orientation, energy performance 2 According to the 2026 Sustainable Construction Barometer, which aspect of sustainable construction is still the least recognized today? A. The energy efficiency of buildings B. Resilience to climatic hazards C. Use of environmentally friendly materials D. The health and well-being of occupants Answers: 1. C / 2. D / 3. B / 4. C / 5. B / 6. C / 7. D 124 125 BUILDING SUSTAINABLY – TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE!
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