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Green Building Energy Audit
Intermediate
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- Project
- Subjects
- Computer Science Engineering Mathematics
- Topics
- Climate Change Computer Science Electricity Energy Engineering Process Scientific Inquiry Sustainability
- Time for activity
- 45:00 Minutes
A practical audit of their own school building to identify energy-saving opportunities and present actionable recommendations.
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Sustainable Development Goals
- Introduction
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Energy auditors and green building consultants inspect buildings to find ways to save energy and improve comfort. They measure how much energy a building uses and look for waste, such as poor insulation, old lighting, or leaky windows. Then they recommend improvements that can lower costs and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Green jobs in this field help businesses, schools, and homeowners reduce their environmental impact. They also support the construction of new buildings that meet higher environmental standards, contributing to a more sustainable built environment.
- Key Objectives
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- Understand building energy efficiency and identify factors that affect energy use, such as insulation, lighting, and heating/cooling systems.
- Conduct a basic energy audit to identify energy waste and calculate potential energy and cost savings.
- Develop and prioritize recommendations for improving building efficiency based on cost and environmental impact.
- Guiding Questions
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- How can we identify energy waste in a building?
- How can changes to a building reduce energy use and costs?
- Which improvements should we prioritize, and why?