Performance gaps of sustainability features in green award-winning university buildings
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DOI: 10.1016/j.buildenv.2021.108417
Abstract: Abstract Sustainability certifications like BREEAM, LEED, and China's sustainable green building award certification scheme encourage installation of technologies that save mains water and grid electricity. Among these are rainwater harvesting systems, ultralow water use appliances,… read more here.
Keywords: winning university; performance gaps; water; university buildings ... See more keywords
Dynamic modelling of rainwater harvesting with green roofs in university buildings
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jclepro.2021.127655
Abstract: Abstract University buildings may contribute significantly to the urban demand of potable water, particularly in small and medium communities with large universities. In this regard, alternative sources of water supply contribute to minimizing the pressure… read more here.
Keywords: university buildings; green roofs; rainwater harvesting; water ... See more keywords
Fire Resilience Evaluation of a Historic University Building in China
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DOI: 10.3390/app15169131
Abstract: In recent years, the preservation of historic university buildings has gained increasing attention, particularly in the context of fire safety, as building fires pose significant threats to these structures. In alignment with global initiatives on… read more here.
Keywords: fire resilience; university buildings; historic university; university ... See more keywords
Energy Diagnosis of University Buildings: Renewable Energy Institute from UNAM
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DOI: 10.3390/buildings8100136
Abstract: The purpose of this study has been to conduct an energy diagnosis research of the third level. An energy diagnosis is a tool aimed to seek improvements related to measures of energy efficiency and saving,… read more here.
Keywords: diagnosis; energy; university buildings; renewable energy ... See more keywords