M. What is any are the conflicts between strategies?
The conflicts that come to mind would be trying to light your building with daylight during the summer months when you are also trying to cool it. The more daylight you are utilizing the more cooling effort will need to be exerted. Another conflict that comes to mind is space for all the different elements that are necessary for the different strategies. I will revisit this once I hear about every one's strategies.
N. What are the economics of climate design and how do they relate to other sustainable strategies (productivity, health, etc.)?
Economics of climate design can improve our lifestyles. We are reducing our carbon footprint and can save money on heating, cooling, electric and water costs by utilizing our climates to our advantage.
O. How can the psychometric chart (Climate Consultant 3) help?
The climate consultant three is a great program that provides us as designers with specifics for our areas. Although we live in our areas, and most likely experience the climate and are aware of some of the factors, it is nice to have specific information that we can rely on for our designs. It is also extremely helpful for those who design outside of the immediate vicinity that they live or work in.
P. Calculate your carbon footprint and tell us what architects can do about it.
See Carbon Footprint post.
1 comment:
Jaclyn,
Thank you and your group for such an excellent presentation. You all presented clearly and I have learned a lot today.
I calculated my carbon foot print a while back and I was pleased to find that I make very minimal impact. You have decreased your's and I think it is a good step.
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