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Investigating Net Zero Homes for a Net Zero Future
Lesson8 of 11 in this unit
SecondaryYear 9ScienceEnvironmentalClimate ChangeEnergySustainabilityEconomicIndustry, Innovation and InfrastructureJob Ready
Lesson Summary
Students are introduced to the concept of net zero homes and the imperative why society needs building designs like this to address climate change. Students explore the features and innovations in these homes, focusing on electrification, renewable energies, batteries, and other sustainable design principles as they investigate how these aspects contribute to creating net zero homes and transitioning society to a net zero economy.
Learning intentions
Students will:
- understand the key principles and features of net zero homes, recognising their significance in achieving energy efficiency and reducing environmental impact
- explore and investigate various sustainable design elements such as electrification, renewable energies, batteries, and heating and cooling systems to evaluate their role in transforming homes into net zero energy dwellings.
Success criteria
Students can:
- summarise the importance of net zero homes for a transitioned economy
- list the essential features of a net zero home design, recalling the principles learned in the lesson
- evaluate case studies of sustainable house designs from different climate zones, outlining their innovative features and the potential benefits they offer
- develop recommendations and plans for incorporating specific sustainable design elements, such as electrification and renewable energies, into existing homes or new building projects to advance the transition to net zero homes.
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