Last September we wrote about a project to develop a bioreactive façade using micro-algae: this is now a reality at the BIQ house, the world’s first pilot project to showcase a bioreactive façade at the International Building Exhibition (IBA) in Hamburg.
Defining the Nearly Zero Energy Building – Best practice brochure for municip...MARIA SFYRAKI &ASSOCIATES
5 May 2015. A newly released guideline detailing best practice in low energy building for municipalities has just been released via the EU-funded project known as PassREg. The brochure details inspiring examples from across Europe and provides compelling measures that municipalities can implement for their building sectors. This small book shows how ‘energy efficiency first’ complemented by renewables makes for an ideal approach, not only for municipal energy action planning and in answer to the EU’s call for Nearly Zero Energy Buildings (NZEBs) but also in terms of affordability. All examples detailed are based on the Passive House Standard, an energy standard increasingly being implemented by municipalities worldwide as the basis for achieving extreme energy savings and emissions reductions in the building sector.
Defining the Nearly Zero Energy Building – Best practice brochure for municip...MARIA SFYRAKI &ASSOCIATES
5 May 2015. A newly released guideline detailing best practice in low energy building for municipalities has just been released via the EU-funded project known as PassREg. The brochure details inspiring examples from across Europe and provides compelling measures that municipalities can implement for their building sectors. This small book shows how ‘energy efficiency first’ complemented by renewables makes for an ideal approach, not only for municipal energy action planning and in answer to the EU’s call for Nearly Zero Energy Buildings (NZEBs) but also in terms of affordability. All examples detailed are based on the Passive House Standard, an energy standard increasingly being implemented by municipalities worldwide as the basis for achieving extreme energy savings and emissions reductions in the building sector.
This presentation was given to the Vancouver City Planning Commission in March 2008, and discusses how buildings must adapt over time for different uses, and how this is a cornerstone of sustainability.
Introduction
What is zero energy building?
Why zero energy building?
How to adopt zero energy?
Advantage
Disadvantage
Zero energy buildings in India
Zero energy building versus green building
Different energy sources & Solar cooker - GermanyIoana Stancut
Presentation on different energy sources and the making of a solar cooker, which was built by the German team together with their teacher Dr. Rajinder Singh. This was made for the mobility in Greece- february 2013.
Ride With Us Tappa nr. 3 – Bolzano | Gli edificiCarlo Battisti
Sono 1586 i chilometri che il giornalista ambientale Daniele Pernigotti percorrerà in bicicletta per raggiungere il capoluogo danese, dove a fine mese verrà presentato l’ultimo volume del rapporto IPCC sul cambiamento climatico.
Bolzano accoglie la terza tappa: inforcate la bici, aggregatevi alla pedalata di benvenuto e all’incontro pubblico!
Presentation of Greenrail by Emanuele Occhipinti, Vice president at the Climate Innovation Summit. Greenrail is an Italian company, internationally recognised as an innovative player of the railway sector, and as an example of a sustainable industrial development in accordance with circular economy’s principles.
In this presentation focus is on definition of Zero Energy Buildings and Net Zero Energy Buildings. Also different aspects of developing Zero Energy Buildings, their advantages and disadvantages have been discussed.
* All the content is not mine. I have collected the data through different places on the net and books.
Welcome to this second newsletter from the project BRICKER, a four-year initiative to ultimately kick-start large-scale renovation of public non-residential buildings, and thus set an example for future public policy on energy solutions in the built environment.
This presentation was given to the Vancouver City Planning Commission in March 2008, and discusses how buildings must adapt over time for different uses, and how this is a cornerstone of sustainability.
Introduction
What is zero energy building?
Why zero energy building?
How to adopt zero energy?
Advantage
Disadvantage
Zero energy buildings in India
Zero energy building versus green building
Different energy sources & Solar cooker - GermanyIoana Stancut
Presentation on different energy sources and the making of a solar cooker, which was built by the German team together with their teacher Dr. Rajinder Singh. This was made for the mobility in Greece- february 2013.
Ride With Us Tappa nr. 3 – Bolzano | Gli edificiCarlo Battisti
Sono 1586 i chilometri che il giornalista ambientale Daniele Pernigotti percorrerà in bicicletta per raggiungere il capoluogo danese, dove a fine mese verrà presentato l’ultimo volume del rapporto IPCC sul cambiamento climatico.
Bolzano accoglie la terza tappa: inforcate la bici, aggregatevi alla pedalata di benvenuto e all’incontro pubblico!
Presentation of Greenrail by Emanuele Occhipinti, Vice president at the Climate Innovation Summit. Greenrail is an Italian company, internationally recognised as an innovative player of the railway sector, and as an example of a sustainable industrial development in accordance with circular economy’s principles.
In this presentation focus is on definition of Zero Energy Buildings and Net Zero Energy Buildings. Also different aspects of developing Zero Energy Buildings, their advantages and disadvantages have been discussed.
* All the content is not mine. I have collected the data through different places on the net and books.
Welcome to this second newsletter from the project BRICKER, a four-year initiative to ultimately kick-start large-scale renovation of public non-residential buildings, and thus set an example for future public policy on energy solutions in the built environment.
Jeff Tsai is a Facacde Consultant and leads the Arup Shanghai team of building envelope specialists. He has over 23 years of experience in the construction industry and has been involved in projects all around the world, from design, testing, fabrication to site supervision and management of complex facade systems. For the last 15 years Jeff has worked in Asia, leading on a variety of projects of varying complexity, scale, environment, technical requirements and costs, which make him extremely experienced in the construction practices of this fast growing region.
In this presentation Jeff gives an introduction on the current situation of intelligent facades in China. He describes Arup’s approach to innovative and efficient building envelopes, showing exemplary case studies, such as the bioreactive facade that produces energy by harvesting micro-algae and other innovative systems.
INNOBITE Project holds its 1st Workshop in September 2013INNOBITE Cruz
During INNOBITE's first year running, a workshop will take place on the 16th of September 2013 in Dübendorf, Switzerland. The workshop topic will be “Biorefinery and Nanocellulose” and the following groups will participate as lecturers: EMPA, Tecnalia, CIMV, Tecnaro and ECOPULP .
This workshop will be an opportunity to exchange knowledge and experience in important aspects of the project, such as the biorefinery concept and market, green chemicals from wood, lignin-based molecules, lignin-based thermoplastics and types of nanocellulose, its production methods, commercial initiatives and applications.
A link is available for the registration: www.empa.ch/Innobite
More Information:
http://www.innobite.eu/news.php?id=83
Coloured Building Integrated Photovoltaics - Market, Research and DevelopmentLeonardo ENERGY
Recording at https://youtu.be/pmOxbaz7j_c
1) Introduction: overview of realized projects and trends in innovations and product developments of coloured Building Integrated Photovoltaics
2) Technological Part: state-of-the-art colour implementation technologies; Colouring of polymeric encapsulants, front or back covers; coatings and printings on solar cells, films and cover glass
3) Experimental Part: colour efficiency in experimental measurements; relationship between colour and efficiency / power generation
4) Outlook: latest development trends, ongoing activities of IEA PVPS Task15
Roberto Lollini
Coordinatore gruppo “Energy Management in Buildings”, EURAC Istituto per le Energie Rinnovabili.
Innovare in cooperazione | Sistemi multifunzionali di facciata per il retrofit
The INNOBITE project’s “Advances in wood based composites” Workshop disseminates the potential of wood based thermoplastic biocomposites in the construction sector, focusing on existing and emerging materials, markets and exploitation possibilities. The whole INNOBTE project (www.innobite.eu) is framed under the European initiative to build up sustainable production and consumption patterns where the efficiency of
natural resources is taken to its maximum.
Smoke and environmental ventilation of multi-storey buildings using shafts we...Colt UK
Here is a copy of the questions and answers from our recent webinar on smoke and environmental ventilation of multi-storey buildings using shafts, slightly edited for clarity.
Seven good practices for pressurisation systemsColt UK
As a designer or specifier, you want to be sure that your smoke ventilation system will provide fire safety in all situations. If your design includes a pressurisation system, there are a few pitfalls to avoid. Here are seven good practices that will help you avoid them and design an effective pressurisation system:
Can car park ventilation schemes be more energy efficient? Yes – and they sho...Colt UK
Why is energy efficiency not regulated in car parks?
The regulations applying to car parks do not specifically advocate the conservation of energy but surely they should do. It does not make sense that buildings are subject to energy efficiency and low carbon emission targets driven by regulations such as Approved Document L (ADL), while car parks have no such requirement.
Q&A from Dr John H Klotes webinar on design fires for smoke controlColt UK
At our recent webinar with guest speaker, John Klote, we had a large attendance with many questions asked. Here you can find John's and my answers to these questions, slightly edited for clarity.
CPD Presentation Evaporative cooling in data centresColt UK
Data centres that use evaporative cooling can cut their energy bills by up to 80% compared to conventional cooling methods!
The specifications for the environmental operating conditions of IT equipment used in data centres have recently been revised, opening the way to evaporative cooling in such buildings. Evaporative cooling can provide a highly effective solution, with low installation and running costs, minimal maintenance requirements and quiet operation.
This seminar covers:
• Revisions to the specifications for the environmental operating conditions of IT equipment in data centres
• Options for cooling in a data centre
• Implementing evaporative cooling in a data centre.
CPD Presentation - Smoke control and environmental ventilation in residential...Colt UK
Often corridors in apartment buildings suffer from persistent over-heating. The growth in popularity of district heating and hot water plant often leads to relatively high heat gains in common corridors, and this is exacerbated by the fact that buildings have higher levels of insulation. There are a number of solutions, ranging from natural or mechanical ventilation through to cooling. This Seminar focuses on the options available to developers and designers.
What you'll learn:
Design considerations relating to ventilation measures in residential corridors
Using smoke control systems as a dual purpose system to provide environmental ventilation – the options and limitations
Considerations regarding control systems.
Equipment specification
CPD Presentation: Key considerations when specifying weather louvresColt UK
The purpose of our presentation is to highlight areas of consideration for both Architects and Service Engineers to ensure that specifications adequately reflect design requirements and performance expectations.
Pressurisation Systems in residential and commercial buildings
Pressurisation Systems CPD
Approved Document B to the Building Regulations requires smoke ventilation to escape stairs and, under some circumstances, common lobbies and/or corridors in residential buildings. Pressurisation is one way of meeting this requirement.
This seminar covers:
An explanation of the basic legislative requirements and how these are achieved
The various design approaches
Specifying the equipment
CPD Presentation: Smoke Ventilation using ShaftsColt UK
CPD Seminar - Smoke Ventilation Using Shafts
Shaft ventilation in residential and commercial buildings
Prescriptive staircase requirements for fire fighting and means of escape in residential buildings:
Ventilation of fire fighting stairs
Natural ventilation to BS 5588 Part 5
Natural shafts to BS 5588 Part 5
BRE Shafts to BS 5588 Part 5
Mechanical shafts as an alternative solution
Ventilation of common corridors in residential buildings:
Natural ventilation to ADB 2006
Natural Shafts to ADB 2006
Pressurisation/ mechanical ventilation
Extended travel distances in common corridors using mechanical shafts
An explanation of the basic legislative requirements and how these are achieved using impulse ventilation
Application of impulse ventilation, both for carbon monoxide and for smoke clearance or smoke control
The advantages of impulse ventilation over traditional ducted extract systems
Use of CFD
Control systems used: carbon monoxide and heat detection systems
How impulse ventilation can be used to control smoke movement, allowing smoke control to be used, as part of a fire strategy, to compensate for the relaxation of other legislative requirements, e.g. travel distances
A case history of a particular project where travel distances were relaxed using impulse ventilation designed for smoke control
An explanation of how this project was validated using CFD and live fire tests
CPD Presentation: General Principles of Smoke ControlColt UK
Overview of the history of Smoke Control.
Legislation and the use of smoke control in the construction industry, including basic principles and guidelines for the main applications, including:
Single Storey Buildings
Shopping Centres
Atria
Fire fighting shafts
Apartment buildings
Car Parks
You want to improve your factory’s productivity: what’s next?Colt UK
The direct links between a comfortable work environment and productivity have been clearly shown by many studies. How do you know if you have a problem and what can you do?
As a factory manager you may have noticed some fluctuations in your facility’s production quality or volumes, or a changing pattern in staff complaints. These could be the first warning signs that production is not running as smoothly as it could and that there may be room for improvement in your factory’s productivity.
Are you sure your natural ventilation system is really energy efficient?Colt UK
You are specifying an energy efficient ventilator: what do you focus on – ventilator U value or air leakage? The simple answer is that both are important and need to be considered together.
As a designer or specifier you will set U value requirements for elements of your building in order to meet Building Regulations, ensure comfort and avoid condensation.
Questions and answers from Paul Compton's pressurisation webinar Colt UK
First of all a big thank you to those who attended my webinar last Friday on 'Pressurisation Systems in residential and commercial buildings'. If you missed it or would like to watch it again a recorded version is available here. Many questions were asked after the presentation and I decided to post the most interesting ones up here for everybody’s benefit.
The Lakanal House inquest and Local Authority tower blocksColt UK
The inquest into the Lakanal House tragedy concluded last week and the published verdict and recommendations raise important concerns regarding fire safety in local authority tower blocks, and particularly in aged housing stock.
Transforming Brand Perception and Boosting Profitabilityaaryangarg12
In today's digital era, the dynamics of brand perception, consumer behavior, and profitability have been profoundly reshaped by the synergy of branding, social media, and website design. This research paper investigates the transformative power of these elements in influencing how individuals perceive brands and products and how this transformation can be harnessed to drive sales and profitability for businesses.
Through an exploration of brand psychology and consumer behavior, this study sheds light on the intricate ways in which effective branding strategies, strategic social media engagement, and user-centric website design contribute to altering consumers' perceptions. We delve into the principles that underlie successful brand transformations, examining how visual identity, messaging, and storytelling can captivate and resonate with target audiences.
Methodologically, this research employs a comprehensive approach, combining qualitative and quantitative analyses. Real-world case studies illustrate the impact of branding, social media campaigns, and website redesigns on consumer perception, sales figures, and profitability. We assess the various metrics, including brand awareness, customer engagement, conversion rates, and revenue growth, to measure the effectiveness of these strategies.
The results underscore the pivotal role of cohesive branding, social media influence, and website usability in shaping positive brand perceptions, influencing consumer decisions, and ultimately bolstering sales and profitability. This paper provides actionable insights and strategic recommendations for businesses seeking to leverage branding, social media, and website design as potent tools to enhance their market position and financial success.
7 Alternatives to Bullet Points in PowerPointAlvis Oh
So you tried all the ways to beautify your bullet points on your pitch deck but it just got way uglier. These points are supposed to be memorable and leave a lasting impression on your audience. With these tips, you'll no longer have to spend so much time thinking how you should present your pointers.
Book Formatting: Quality Control Checks for DesignersConfidence Ago
This presentation was made to help designers who work in publishing houses or format books for printing ensure quality.
Quality control is vital to every industry. This is why every department in a company need create a method they use in ensuring quality. This, perhaps, will not only improve the quality of products and bring errors to the barest minimum, but take it to a near perfect finish.
It is beyond a moot point that a good book will somewhat be judged by its cover, but the content of the book remains king. No matter how beautiful the cover, if the quality of writing or presentation is off, that will be a reason for readers not to come back to the book or recommend it.
So, this presentation points designers to some important things that may be missed by an editor that they could eventually discover and call the attention of the editor.
Between Filth and Fortune- Urban Cattle Foraging Realities by Devi S Nair, An...Mansi Shah
This study examines cattle rearing in urban and rural settings, focusing on milk production and consumption. By exploring a case in Ahmedabad, it highlights the challenges and processes in dairy farming across different environments, emphasising the need for sustainable practices and the essential role of milk in daily consumption.
Expert Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Drafting ServicesResDraft
Whether you’re looking to create a guest house, a rental unit, or a private retreat, our experienced team will design a space that complements your existing home and maximizes your investment. We provide personalized, comprehensive expert accessory dwelling unit (ADU)drafting solutions tailored to your needs, ensuring a seamless process from concept to completion.