Cover of the textbook Performer B1 Phases, Vol. 1

The key answer of exercise 4

The key to exercise solutions in chapter 8 - Competences for life for the textbook Performer B1 Phases, Vol. 1 with authors M. Spiazzi, M. Tavella, M. Layton, E. Fiordiliso from Zanichelli

Question

Discuss the questions in groups of three.

Answer

Sample answer

  1. Efficient use of energy, water, and materials, along with consideration for environmental impact and longevity, makes a house sustainable.
  2. It's generally easier to make a modern home sustainable due to advanced building techniques, materials, and technologies designed for efficiency and eco-friendliness.
  3. To make a house more sustainable, you could add solar panels, improve insulation, upgrade to energy-efficient appliances, install low-flow fixtures, use sustainable materials, and implement smart home technologies for energy management.