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Embodied energy in building materials
Lesson3 of 3 in this unit
SecondaryYear 7 - 8MathematicsScienceTechnologyDesign and TechnologiesEnvironmentalEnergy
Lesson Summary
In this activity students will investigate the concept of embodied energy and why it should be considered when designing and building a house. Students will create a poster, infographic, PowerPoint or Prezi on this topic and present this to the class.
Learning intentions
Students will:
- understand that different materials utilise different levels of energy in their production and transportation to building sites
- consider the use of high embodied energy materials and make informed decisions about their use
Success criteria
Students can:
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