Southern Miss AEC 204 - Building Materials and Sustainability

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Slide 1Slide 2Slide 3Slide 4Slide 5Slide 6Slide 7Slide 8Slide 9Slide 10Slide 11Slide 12Slide 13Slide 14Slide 15Slide 16Slide 17Slide 18Slide 19Slide 20Slide 21Slide 22Slide 23Slide 24Slide 25Slide 26Slide 27Slide 28Slide 29Slide 30Slide 31Slide 32Slide 33Slide 34Slide 35Slide 36Slide 37Slide 38Slide 39Slide 40Slide 41Slide 42Slide 43Slide 44Slide 45Slide 46Slide 47Slide 48Developed by Doris A. Kemp_11-2008AEC 204 Supplemental MaterialsDeveloped by Doris A. Kemp_11-2008Biodegradable - The ability of a material to be broken down into simpler compounds by microorganisms or other decomposers. Many different definitions of and tests for biodegradability exist. Carbon Footprint - The total amount of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases emitted over the full life cycle of a product or service.CFL - Compact fluorescent light bulbs, which are more energy efficient than standard incandescent light bulbs and last longer.Developed by Doris A. Kemp_11-2008Cool Coating - According to the Environmental Protection Agency, cool roof coatings are white liquids applied over an existing low-sloped roof structure to achieve energy savings, an extended life span and protection from weathering and ultraviolet radiation. Dual-flush Toilets - Feature both high and low-volume flushes using technology that ensures low water consumption.Durability - The ability of a product to be reused, without significant degradation, for its intended purpose for a greater period than the average useful product life-span of other similar products.Developed by Doris A. Kemp_11-2008Energy-efficient - Used to describe property or products that exhibit special features designed to save electrical and heat power - for example, special light fixtures or double-insulated windows.Energy Star - A joint program through the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy that sets energy efficiency guidelines for products, homes and businesses.Developed by Doris A. Kemp_11-2008Green Building - Also known as sustainable building or environmental building, this definition varies depending on the agency or group. Generally it means to construct a building to the highest environmental standards by minimizing the use of energy, water and materials. LEED - A certification program through the U.S. Green Building Council that stands for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design. The nationwide program provides guidelines for residential and commercial construction projects to follow to determine if a project is green.Developed by Doris A. Kemp_11-2008R-value - Measures the ability of insulation to resist heat flow; the higher the number the better.Renewable Energy - Energy obtained from sources that are essentially inexhaustible, unlike fossil fuels. For example, wind power and solar energy.Shades of Green - A term used by officials in the green industry to describe the varying levels of sustainability achieved in residential and commercial projects. For example, a home with only some energy-efficient features and attributes would make it a lighter shade of green than one that is energy-efficient from its light fixtures to its carbon footprint.Developed by Doris A. Kemp_11-2008Smart Growth - Describes environmentally sensitive land development that takes into account minimizing dependence on auto transportation and reducing air pollution.Solar Design - Design that takes advantage of solar energy, that is derived from sunlight, to heat, cool and provide lighting in a home or office. Photovoltaic panels that collect solar energy, turning it into electricity, are also considered an active solar system. Passive solar depends on the orientation and design of the home — with such features as south-facing windows, overhangs, shade trees. It uses a simple system to collect and store solar energy with no switches or controls.Developed by Doris A. Kemp_11-2008VOC - Volatile organic compounds are carcinogens found in paint, finishes, synthetic foams, fabrics and stains. Most labels should indicate if something has low or zero VOCs.Wheat Board - Similar in appearance to particle board, wheat board is moisture-resistant and made from chopped wheat straw, bonded with polyurethane resin.Developed by Doris A. Kemp_11-2008LEED – Leadership in Energy and Environmental DesignWhat is LEED?LEED encourages and accelerates adoption of sustainable building and development through tools and performance criteria.LEED is a program that is the nationally accepted benchmark for the design, construction and operation of high performance green buildings. LEED gives building owners and operators the tools they need to have an immediate and measurable impact on their buildings’ performance.Developed by Doris A. Kemp_11-2008Offers a point system devised by the United States Green Building Council (USGBC) to evaluate the environmental performance of a building and encourage market transformation towards sustainable designNot every project must meet identical requirements to qualify for LEED certificationUnder the LEED guidelines, there are 69 possible points in over 40 item categories.Developed by Doris A. Kemp_11-2008LEED points can be obtained from the following categories:Developed by Doris A. Kemp_11-2008Developed by Doris A. Kemp_11-2008Developed by Doris A. Kemp_11-2008Developed by Doris A. Kemp_11-2008Developed by Doris A. Kemp_11-2008Developed by Doris A. Kemp_11-2008Developed by Doris A. Kemp_11-2008Developed by Doris A. Kemp_11-2008Developed by Doris A. Kemp_11-2008Developed by Doris A. Kemp_11-2008Why is alternative transportation (under sustainable sites) important for LEED certification?How many points are required for the lowest level of LEED certification?In your opinion, what are some of the least expensive and least time-consuming activities in the point system?Explore: What are the benefits of having a higher LEED certification?Developed by Doris A. Kemp_11-2008How can LEED be applied to each CSI MasterFormat division?Division 2 - Site ConstructionDivision 3 - ConcreteDivision 4 - MasonryDivision 5 - MetalsDivision 6 - Wood and PlasticsDivision 7 - Thermal and Moisture ProtectionDivision 8 - Doors and WindowsDivision 9 - FinishesDeveloped by Doris A. Kemp_11-2008Preserve the assets of the siteExamine the natural site assets prior to constructionFind the area that would provide the least disruption to


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