Practical Design Techniques for Net-Zero Buildings
Learning Objectives:
- Analyze building designs for various performance criteria.
- Compare different strategies for daylight, glare, quality views, etc.
- Develop an understanding of their project’s energy consumption and carbon footprint.
- Identify which mechanical systems, envelope assemblies, and other engineering inputs provide the best cost optimization.
Credits:
This course is approved as a Structured Course
This course can be self-reported to the AANB, as per their CE Guidelines
Approved for structured learning
Approved for Core Learning
This course can be self-reported to the NLAA
Course may qualify for Learning Hours with NWTAA
Course eligible for OAA Learning Hours
This course is approved as a core course
This course can be self-reported for Learning Units to the Architectural Institute of British Columbia
This course introduces the general concepts used in building performance. Practitioners from the AEC industry will benefit from learning about the need for using daylight to guide design moves along with energy, glare, carbon, and cost in the early design process. Concepts will be demonstrated in an automated web-app but will be broadly applicable to a wide range of tools. A general overview will be followed by step-by-step guidance and a Q&A session.
Photo courtesy of cove.tool
Sandeep Ahuja, is the CEO and Co-Founder of cove.tool, the end-to-end building performance and data app. Most recently, Sandeep presented at the UN environment assembly, with 1500 global delegates, on the impact of buildings on climate change, showcased at the Tedx Atlanta and won the Forbes 30 under 30. With her desire to bring automation into the AEC world, she is pioneering the integration of data driven thinking into the design and construction process by developing intelligent software. |
Jennifer Betancourt, is a Senior Associate, Senior Project Manager, Architect, and Sustainability Leader at Dewberry. Her ability to form trusted relationships with clients over the past 16 years at Dewberry has led to repeat business and many lasting partnerships. In addition to managing complex commercial, higher education, library, and civic projects, she provides consulting services to teams around the country on projects with high-level sustainability and net-zero energy goals. |