Green Tools
This device is used to detect heat loss or cooling loss by showing you a live image
TIC: Thermal Imaging Camera or Infrared Camera
The blower door test is used to detect this.
Common Air Leaks in a structure
Which one has a Higher "R" value
Brick or Concrete Block
Concrete Block
Heating or cooling with or without mechanical assistance combined with windows and doors for crossventalation.
Passive heating and cooling
If a lawnmower blade is dented on one side, it will cause the blade to do this
get out of balance
This is used to place organic materials in it to break down over time, making soil.
Compost Bin
A HERS rating is used to describe this.
The pressure test/blower door test.
Which one has a Higher "R" value?
Foam Board (Expanded Polystyrene) or
Polyurethane (Sprayed in place)
Polyurethane (Sprayed in place)
This Lable is on windows, doors and large appliances to show their energy efficiency.
Energy Star
This is the color of a ground wire
Green
This is used to spray foam into desired areas needing insulation.
Tank Spray Foam System
A high "R" value means that a structure is well ______
Insulated
Which one has a Higher "R" value?
Concrete Block or Fiberglass insulation
Fiberglass insulation
This waste water can be recycled from showers, dishwashers, washing machines, etc. Not from toilets though.
Grey Water
This is what an "Isolation Valve" does
Isolates the plumbing fixture. (Toilet, sink, spigot)
This tool uses a fan at a door and a plastic to cover vents. This is used to perform a pressure test on a structure
Blower door
A method of generating electric power by using photovoltaic cells.
Photovoltaics
What material has the highest "R" Value?
Polyurethane (Sprayed in Place)
Products that contain low amount of Volatile Organic Compounds
Low VOC
This Sector has the largest greenhouse gas emissions
Industrial
This is a simple tool used to apply caulk.
Caulking Gun
The practice of assembling components (like panels or modular units) and transporting them to the build site to be put together.
Prefabrication
Which material is listed as the Lowest "R" value?
Metal
This type of concrete form has excellent "R" value
Insulated concrete forms.
This Sector has the lowest water consumption.
Domestic