Green Building and Smart Cities
This topic introduces the concept of sustainable architecture and energy-efficient homes. Pupils learn how smart technology can reduce a city's environmental footprint.
About This Topic
This topic introduces the concept of sustainable architecture and energy-efficient homes. Pupils learn how smart technology can reduce a city's environmental footprint.
Key Questions
- What makes a building energy efficient?
- How can technology help us save water and electricity?
- What will the cities of the future look like?
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