We have a carbon equivalent of an EUI. Now, we need to be more aware, explicit, and consistent regarding the units we are using for operational and embodied carbon.
In the fight against the impacts of climate change, evolving building codes, performance standards and building practices are being utilized to improve sustainability, resiliency and efficiency—all key components in trying to meet the goals of the Paris Accord and achieve net-zero carbon by 2050.
What makes a sustainable structure, and how do people create buildings that stand the test of time? They plan for the future today. Create interiors that feel like home rather than sterile to keep companies or residents from moving on.
Designing a building such that its interiors may allow for passive survivability and the ability for occupants to shelter in place during an extreme temperature event can be assessed using the standard effective temperature (SET) metric.
Land is a limited resource, but demand for construction keeps rising. That situation, paired with the push for greater sustainability, presents a challenge. With adaptive reuse, construction firms can create new spaces without building an entirely new structure.
Over 1,100 firms have joined the AIA 2030 Commitment to date. According to AIA's latest annual report AIA, 417 firms submitted data on 20,652 projects, accounting for a 50 percent decrease in predicted energy use intensity.
Governments and legislative bodies are targeting net zero carbon emissions in building operation and construction. For architects, targeting net zero carbon means that analyzing projects’ environmental footprints is more important now than ever.
While installation errors lead to most metal roofing issues, panel side laps, incorrect panel profile selection, and fastener locations can be problematic for exposed fastener panel installations on lower roof slopes.
Working together, OEMs, construction companies and telematic suppliers can scale their capabilities appropriately as the new machines eventually begin to be delivered and data volumes grow.
Condensation in metal buildings is a common problem, but it’s not without solutions. Knowing some of the best practices for dealing with the issue gives people an excellent starting point for taking preventive measures.
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