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Green Architecture By: Stephen A. Sabin
Date: 03/21/12
What is Green Architecture?
Eco-friendly building Sustainable and
conserves energy and water
Buildings follow the guidelines set by LEED
Use sustainable materials and equipment
Why it is important
Buildings consume more energy and electricity than any other sector in the U.S
Also largest emitter of greenhouse gases
LEED
Established in 1998 Leadership in
environmental and energy design
Establishes a rubric that determines how “green” a building is
There are 4 ratings: Certified, Silver, Gold, Platinum
LEED ratings
Must comply with all environmental laws and regulations
Up to 100 base points can be earned› Certified 40-49 points› Silver 50-59› Gold 60-79› Platinum 80 and above
Architecture 2030
Goal is to have carbon neutral homes by the year 2030
Why its important?
About 40% of the total energy use in the U.S is used by buildings
12% of total water used in U.S is used by residential and commercial buildings
68% of Electricity in U.S is used by residential and commercial buildings
Benefits of Green architecture
Environmentally friendly
Conserves energy and water
Sustainable Tax incentives and
benefits Lower Energy and
utilities bills
Cons of Green Architecture
More expensive then a typical house
Materials Used for Construction aren't as durable
Maintenance is expensive
Can be difficult to design and build
Characteristics of a “green” house Use of Solar Panels such
as a photovoltaic system (Electric) or Solar water heaters
Recycled Construction Materials
Open design layout and window placement to maximize the suns warmth and light
Energy Efficient windows Rainwater harvest system
and Aerobic septic system
Examples Of Sustainable Architecture Taipei 101-Tallest
Sustainable Building Platinum Rating
Wilmington Convention Center- Silver Rating
California academy of science- Platinum
Why I chose this topic
I plan on going into the drafting and design technology field as a career
This was an interesting topic
Good learning experience
Product
My product is a house that I designed using green concepts
Self Reflection
This project has helped me prepare for college and I am now better prepared for it
It has given me more experience for the career I want to venture into after college
Conclusion
I feel that the benefits of Green architecture are too good to ignore and it should be a more common practice in today's construction industry
Hopefully in the near future