SELECTED ENERGY EFFICIENCY FEATURES

·        8 Solar Panels – A portion of the building power is generated using 9.8 kW solar panels installed on the roof

·        Cistern – Rainwater is stored in an underground cistern, which was an abandoned sewer pipe located in front of the building. The water is used to irrigate native plants around the building

·        Wind Turbine – A Portion of the building’s power is generated using a vertical axis wind turbine located on the northeast corner of the roof

·        Solar Water Heater – Provides hot water to the building

·        High Albedo Roof – 100% of roofing not covered with solar panels or mechanical equipment has highly reflective roofing membrane to minimize heat gain

·        Regional Materials Used in Construction – Materials gathered and processed locally were used in the construction of Brauer Hall. For instance, recycled blue-jeans were shredded and used as insulation

·          Low Energy Lighting System – Energy for lighting is minimized through the use of occupancy sensors, dimmable ballasts, and control systems

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REAL TIME ENERGY AND ENV, RESOURCE USE DISPLAY
SMARTBOARD IN BRAUER HALL ATRIUM
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