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. |
Going GreenBy Mike Kennedy Schools and universities that develop environmentally sensitive practices in building design and operations are reaping benefits.... |
Feeling the SqueezeBy Mike Kennedy Rising facility costs have school facility managers taking a closer look at performance contracting to help reduce waste and save money.... |
Getting the Mold OutBy R. Duane Odle and Kelley Bieghler Schools upgrading their HVAC systems should look at equipment that reduces maintenance and enhances air quality.... |
Into Thin AirMike Kennedy Schools are working to avoid the equipment, supplies and maintenance practices that harm indoor air quality.... |
The Bottom Line for Air QualityBy Tom Ellis The right kinds of flooring can help schools thwart indoor-air-quality problems.... |
Enhancing the Sound of MusicBy Michael Sankey Schools need well-designed rooms with the proper acoustics for effective music instruction.... |
Airing it OutBy Ted Fitzemeyer Proper maintenance can help schools eliminate the unseen culprits that endanger indoor air quality.... |
Power ShoppingBy C. Martel Chen Schools and universities should consider many factors when selecting an energy service provider.... |
Running Out of SteamBy Promod Kumar Schools should evaluate whether their older steam-heating systems are still cost-effective or need to be repaired or replaced.... |
A View to Cutting Energy Bills and Protecting InteriorsBy Mike Kennedy Many school designers now are advocating greater use of natural light in classrooms.... |
Setting Guidelines for Classroom AcousticsBy Mike Kennedy Accessibility is not just a matter of getting in and around a school facility. ... |
Lawsuits in the AirBy Larry Hays IAQ was once merely an engineering concern, but school administrators also should treat it as a health and potential legal issue.... |
Shining a Light on SavingsBy Mike Kennedy Schools and universities can save energy and money by evaluating lighting systems and changing behaviors.... |
Planning For Optimal PerformanceBy Craig Mason By taking advantage of energy-saving opportunities, schools can meet needs of the future without increasing energy demands.... |
HVAC TrialsClifton W. Greim and David D'Angelo Heating, ventilating and air-conditioning (HVAC) systems in new and renovated buildings have become increasingly complex. Hundreds of components are interrelated... |
Back to the EarthConn Abnee A school district could do a lot with $8.8 million: Hire more teachers. Buy better textbooks and computers. Upgrade facilities and programs to enhance... |
Sound decisions improve learningEddy Scott Does noise in schools result in lower grades? Sound, lighting and temperature are the three environmental conditions that staff and students notice most... |
A Blueprint for IAQArif Quaraishi and Tom Kapfer More and more educational facility managers and administrators are having to confront indoor air quality (IAQ) issues. It can be a complex problem, involving... |
Preventing Lightning StrikesDavid Hill Lightning is the most dangerous and frequently encountered weather hazard. Even though tornadoes and hurricanes grab the headlines, according to the National... |
Dealing With DeregulationRonald W. Mineo and John L. Stehn School administrators dealing with the economic effects of deregulation will have to grapple with a complex set of issues. As they do, officials should... |
System Improvements Can Reap Big Savings
When deciding on a lighting system, schools should consider not only the installation cost, but also the costs of operating and maintaining it. The initial... |
The Balance of PowerDavid E. Matasek For educational institutions, regulated electric utilities are a mixed blessing. On the plus side, rates are uniform and predictable. On the other hand,... |
From the Outside InMike Kennedy They are taken for granted by the hordes of students who dash past them each day, but doors and windows are a crucial part of a school building. When... |
An Air of ConcernWalter W. Gembala Often, the problems that cannot be seen in school facilities are the ones that create the most difficulty. One such problem is the indoor air in classrooms,... |
Bright IdeasPhil Armstrong Lighting is a major component of educational institutions that often is taken for granted, except when it comes to energy bills. However, modern lighting... |
