Iona’s home is heated and cooled through passive solar home design. Recently, a new construction project has been started behind her home. After talking to the construction manager, she realizes that the building will shade part of her home. This will ruin her heating and cooling system. What should Iona MOST LIKELY do to fix this problem?
Answer
A
Nicely ask them to stop building because it will ruin her home’s heating and cooling system.
B
Look up her region’s zoning or land-use regulations to see if they have protection for solar access.
C
Ask the construction manager to choose more energy-efficient products.
D
Make sure that the new building receives LEED certification.