Designing Net-Zero Energy Educational Buildings: Case Studies in Excellence
Delve into the principles, challenges, and successes of designing net-zero energy educational buildings by exploring two award-winning case studies: The Frank and Maureen Wilkens Science and Engineering Center in Cape Cod and Bard High School Early College.
About the live course
Delve into the principles, challenges, and successes of designing net-zero energy educational buildings by exploring two award-winning case studies: The Frank and Maureen Wilkens Science and Engineering Center in Cape Cod and Bard High School Early College. Gain insights into the strategies and innovations that allowed these projects to achieve net-zero energy goals while fulfilling educational needs. This course is ideal for architects, designers, and professionals interested in sustainable design and energy-efficient building practices.
- Identify the key design principles that contribute to achieving net-zero energy status in educational buildings.
- Analyze the specific strategies employed in the Frank and Maureen Wilkens Science and Engineering Center and Bard High School Early College to meet sustainability and energy efficiency goals.
- Evaluate the challenges and solutions encountered in the design and construction phases of net-zero energy projects.
- Apply lessons learned from these case studies to future projects aimed at achieving net-zero energy goals in educational facilities.
Discuss the impact of net-zero energy buildings on the learning environment and overall sustainability of educational institutions.
Presented in partnership with the Committee on Architecture for Education (CAE).