Energy/HVAC/Indoor Air Quality
Call to ActionBy Charles Craig and Bob Kennedy An energy master plan can provide a cohesive solution to reduce maintenance and operations costs at education institutions.... |
The Shape of ThingsBy Joe Aliotta and Gerald Pde A high-performance school relies first on form and materials, and then on systems.... |
Greener PasturesBy Mike Kennedy Schools and universities have countless opportunities to adopt sustainable approaches that conserve resources.... |
Born to RunBy Mark Yakren An integrated planning approach for science facilities can result in MEP systems that will support flexible teaching and laboratory environments.... |
Managing to SaveBy Mike Kennedy By adopting proven strategies for managing energy use more efficiently, schools and universities can reduce comsumption and save money.... |
Managing RisksBy John E. Osborn Administrators can manage environmental hazards effectively be being proactive.... |
Looking for TroubleBy Mike Rice Practicing prevention and heeding the warning signs of aging equipment can help schools and universities keep their circuit breakers up and running.... |
Rooms With a ViewBy Peter Hourihan and Millard Berry III With careful design, an atrium can maximize energy efficiency and provide beautiful, natural light-filled spaces... |
The Charge for Change | Design choices minimize environmental impactBy Jennifer S. Henrikson and Jody L. Henry Wise design choices in education institutions can minimize environmental impact, save money and enhance learning.... |
Green Acres | Design strategies impact college cost savingsBy Blair Seibert Campuses that embrace sustainable design strategies can see real cost savings.... |
Inside: Indoor Environmental Quality
Assessing the school environment; Healthy schools guide; School-specific ratings... |
Get it TogetherBy Dave Coffey Computer modeling can meld all spectrums of a large-scale project to increase communication and miximize efficiency.... |
INSIDE: ACOUSTICS
RETRO-FITTING NOISY CLASSROOMS Schools can't always eliminate noise that can make hearing and learning more difficult, but renovations can improve the... |
HEPA HelpBy Allen Rathey High-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters can be a useful addition to an education institution's maintenance program.... |
Contaminant ControlBy Henning Bloech Schools and universities can take steps to demonstrate a commitment to high-quality indoor environments.... |
Bring It InBy Mike Kennedy Schools and universities seek designs that bring the benefits of natural light into their facilities.... |
How Green Can You Go?By J. Jeffrey Conroy Entering the "green era" means rethinking long-valued campus planning practices.... |
Inside: Acoustics
Advocating for acoustics; Considering computer noise; Acoustical expenses... |
On FilmBy Marty Watts The right window film can enhance indoor air quality for schools.... |
High and DryBy Robert L. Johnson Effective ventilation and moisture control in classrooms can help create a comfortable, high-performance learning environment.... |
Tapping Creative EnergyBy Michelle Tanem Schools can tap into student ideas to help facilities become more environmentally friendly and cost-effective.... |
Maximizing EfficiencyBy Rick Parks and Kip Grubb Strategies for schools and universities to reduce consumption of natural resources and materials.... |
Inside: Sustainable Design
The Greenest of them all; A high-performance primer; Green mandates... |
Simple StrategiesBy Gary McNay Responsible, practical sustainable design is integral to the success of any science facility.... |
Strategies for Success: Energy Managementby Mike Kennedy To ensure that schools and universities are using energy efficiently, facility managers need to be able to accurately measure how much energy is being used.... |
