Energy & Indoor Environment
Read the latest on energy, acoustics, lighting and helpful tips for keeping your facilities running efficiently. View below for the latest articles from American School & University magazine. |
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.... |
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.... |
Inside: Sustainable Design
The Greenest of them all; A high-performance primer; Green mandates... |
Maximizing EfficiencyBy Rick Parks and Kip Grubb Strategies for schools and universities to reduce consumption of natural resources and materials.... |
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.... |
Fundamentally GreenBy Richard D. Rush Compact wraparound building design is worth a look as it relates to energy efficiency.... |
Inside: Green Design
EPA salutes Colorado district; State assistance; A green future... |
Seeing the Big PictureBy Craig Martin and Brent Tracy A feasibility study can be the first step toward energy savings.... |
Coloring It "Green"By Kris Alderson Sustainable practices and materials extend to restrooms and locker rooms.... |
One With the EnvironmentBy Mike Kennedy Schools have many ways to make their facilities more environmentally friendly. Here are 10 suggestions.... |
Boiling OverBy Breck Washam and Robin Mills Ridgway College campuses with coal-fired boilers have two years to comply with stricter emissions standards.... |
More Than MoldBy Malou Hughes and Barb Epstien With a little help, schools and universities can create comfortable, productive and healthy indoor learning environments.... |
