2.3.2 Green Building & Sustainable Design

1. 2.3.2 Green Building & Sustainable Design Jesse Sopko & Donald Jacobson

2. 1) Rainfall falls on most parcels of property throughout the world. Describe one method that could be used to collect this natural resource. Rainwater Catchment • The rainfall gets channeled into the gutters then brought into a system of pipes that lead to a large barrel that stores the water until it is needed. • When needed the water is pumped to its destination via a 1hp pump and more piping. http://www.arcsa.org/

3. 2) Describe an innovative construction method or technique that benefits the environment. Pneumatically Impacted Stabilized Earth • A mixture of mud and cement is packed into a form. • With PISE you only build one side of the formwork and spray the earth into the form. • PISE is basically the same as rammed earth but is much shorter. http://www.ecomii.com/building/pise

4. 3) During the construction cycle of the building, materials andcomponents are delivered to the site. List a strategy that you willuse to recycle the waste produced during the constructionphase. Burn it! Burn it all! • Any leftover materials can be burnt at no expense.

5. 4) Energy use is high in commercial buildings. What might a designerdo to reduce energy consumption in a building? Wind Turbines • Wind turbines take the air that is naturally blowing around and it turns turbine which makes power. • Windy days would produce a good amount of power. They may, in most cases, be placed anywhere.

6. 5) Building sites offer natural resources that can be utilized for the life of the building. Describe a method to use a site’s naturalresources in the construction of the structure. Rockwall • You can use a face of a rock cliff or wall as walls in the house. This would keep the house cool as well. Rocks also have natural insulation. www.gfc.state.ga.us/

7. Conclusion Questions • 1)LED Light Bulbs • 2)Wind Turbines, to make energy.