sustainability assessment: eeel (energy. environment. experimental learning.)

1. sustainability assessment:eeel(energy. environment. experimental learning.) sustainability in the built environment course manager: tang lee, university of calgary assignment 2 june 26, 2009 danmorrissey, nicole muzechka

2. part 1: Examining Sustainability and Ourselves

3. _sustainability is more than maintaining a stasis _we cannot live as we are now _humans are a part of nature and must recognize this to see integrated solutions _live within and inspired by nature _look to a re-conceptualization of values, ideals and methods to provide a sustainable path concept of sustainabiltiy

4. _we must change perceptions and practices _high quality of life with minimal impact _reduce and eventually eliminate consumerist and disposable society mindset _reduce, reuse, recycle _interdisciplinary cooperation to derive solutions _systems theory approach to modelling and feedbacks what does sustainability need?

5. _sustainability must be applied unilaterally to work _costs must be subsidised to provide incentives to make it attractive to everyone _governments need to apply legislation to push for sustainable actions and practices applicability of sustainability

6. _sustainability is hampered by attitudes and ingrained societal values _sustainability is good, but making money and having ‘stuff’ is better _North American sense of entitlement and concept of the ‘American Dream’ spreading globally _rampant consumerism _long term ROI a hard sell _do we lose or gain humanity through sustainability? _will place survive? problems and barriers to sustainabiltiy

7. _status quo _minimal impact _small steps _change values as longas they are profitable _medium impact _conservation andreduction _efficiency and environment more important _extreme _legislation _paradigm shift _net zero _live completely in balance with nature approaches to sustainability

8. _more efficient and ecologically friendly design _lower impact development _viable for multiple generations _building performance programs _LEED _builtgreen _R-2000 sustainability and architecture

9. _awareness is key _informed decision making _lower impact _as efficient as possible _limit use of new rawmaterials _use only what we need _responsible development _design with sustainability in mind _look at the past as wedesign the future our approach to sustainability

10. _solar initiatives _ABENGOA Solar _SOLUCAR project _powers small town _eventually will power Seville _masdar city _zero waste, net zero city in persian gulf _automobile free examples of sustainability

11. _electric transportation _tesla motors _all electric vehicles _proven viability _daimler _electric smart car _commuter vehicle _guided light rail _translohr GLR _electric mass transit _lower impact than traditional light rail examples of sustainability

12. _CMHC Equilibrium _net zero demonstration homes _EcoTerra _Eastman, Quebec _modular factory construction _solar energy and heat _80% more efficient than standard home examples of sustainability

13. _solar decathlon _international showcase of net-zero and zero waste technologies _team alberta _2009 entry _aims to be self sufficient examples of sustainability

14. Insert info here part 2: EEEL Building Examination

15. EEEL Energy Environment Experimental Learning exterior view

16. _pedestrian access _learning by visualization _flexible design layout _day lighting _innovative design: mechanical system building emphasis

17. _encourage use of stairs _learn from landscape _interdisciplinary interactions encouraged _visual connection from the promenade to the labs pedestrian access

18. _easily adapted to accommodate growth and future changes. _to limit the amount of ‘down’ time required to reconfigure _reusing existing resources flexible design

19. _reduce energy costs _increased productivity _increased learning ability _for most spaces that are frequently occupied daylighting

20. _glass curtain wall system _rundle stone _douglas fir _glass storefront walls are easily relocated _complex analysis for selecting materials material selection

21. _earth tubes _heats or cools the outdoor air to +4 degrees Celsius _heat or cool the air to the appropriate temperature via mechanical system _pump to rest of building _saves the energy required to heat (-30 air) or cool (+30 air) mechanical system

22. _NC New Construction and Major Renovations _CI Corporate Interiors _EB Existing Buildings _CS Core and Shell _H Homes _ND Neighbourhood Development LEED

23. 26 – 32 points = Certified 33 to 38 points = Silver 39 – 51 points = Gold 52 + = Platinum. LEED

24. scorecard _gold certification with hopes of platinum LEED

25. location of development developing on a previously developed site providing native plant vegetation providing pervious paving reducing storm water runoff treating storm water reducing heat island effects eliminating light pollution providing easy access to transit facilities selection of site materials to eliminate heat island effects _limit pollution to water and air supply sustainable sites

26. collecting storm water for irrigation provide low flow faucets, shower heads prevent ground water consumption _reduce the amount of potable water used for irrigation or disposal water efficiency

27. select energy efficient lighting, heating and cooling systems, receptacles, use onsite renewable energy systems to reduce the dependence on fossil fuels commissioning ensures that the building systems are operating as projected help to reduce the ozone depletion and use of renewable power systems _reduce the amount of energy consumed _production of energy creates green house gases energy & atmosphere

28. location of the manufacturing process energy required for manufacture, transportation product durability off gassing during manufacture and during installation recyclability after its use purchase costs raw material renewability _reduce the impact of material selection on the environment materials & resources

29. _chart used by architects to determine the sustainability of the products selected _used Athena EcoCalculator to help materials & resources

30. monitor indoor air levels ensure the air supply is clean ensure mechanical systems are working properly eliminate moisture problems provide views of the outdoors from the interior provide daylighting accessibility provide thermal comfort specify materials with low VOC’s or little off gassing effects optimizing the fresh air intake _reduce the amount of pollutants in the indoor environment indoor environmental quality

31. earth tube system heliostats bring in daylight to areas that are not adjacent to the building shell use ‘green housekeeping’ that does not produce toxic gases use 100% green power _reduce the amount of pollutants in the indoor environment innovation & design process

32. Sidwell Friends Middle School in Washington, D.C. designed a wetland in a central courtyard that treats storm water runoff and waste water on site. _stormwater management, onsite treatment beneficial to the environment a great visual learning experience for university students areas of improvement

33. Perimeter Spaces and Non-Perimeter Spaces to be controlled by users. Because EEEL is an institution, providing control of heating or cooling systems to students may be misused. _EA controllability of systems areas of improvement

34. photovoltaics extend lifespan of buildings to more than 75 years implement more passive mechanical systems that can be used year round building to relate to the site – shape, form, size, materials, color green roof salvage materials from other locations alternative construction techniques _non LEED suggestions areas of improvement

35. we need to be the first to change. others will follow we realize that we are not very conscious about how much natural resources we use or how we impact the natural environment by pollution EEEL is the future of building practices LEED is only a minimum standard = lower operating costs and increased productivity conclusion

36. “To move the world, we must first move ourselves’ —­Socrates.” “If we think of providing sustainable workplaces as a service, rather than as a commodity, we will build what is most economical for us to maintain and operate, and easiest for occupants to comfortably and productively use.” –William McDonough. "The world will not evolve past its current state of crisis by using the same thinking that created the situation."- Albert Einstein conclusion