Abdurrahim Kaya (StudIEAust) on LinkedIn: Energy Sustainable HVAC Design for a Student Space (2024)

On July 25-26, join us at the Construction Instruction Experience Centre in #DenverColorado for a two-day course on building Zero Energy Ready Homes. Presented by Construction Instruction and the , this comprehensive program equips participants with the knowledge and skills to construct high performance Zero Energy Ready homes.You'll learn about:💡The latest trends in codes, standards, and voluntary programs that drive the incentives to build zero-energy homes.💡 The latest advancements in building science, high-performance enclosures, and mechanical systems that optimize energy efficiency and comfort in the home.💡 Strategies for evaluating and selecting materials and techniques that are compatible with their climate zones, design, and sustainability goals.💡 Practical expertise in net zero building through hands-on lab exercises.💡 A decision matrix you can use to guide the integration of new high-performance solutions into their builds.Will we see you there? Register today: https://bit.ly/3NmCnzh#HighPerformanceBuildings #CanadianHomeBuilders #Construction

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𝗘𝗹𝗲𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗔𝗖: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗘𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆 𝗘𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆 AAC isn’t just a building material; it’s a game-changer in the quest for 𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆-𝗲𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁, 𝗲𝗰𝗼-𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗹𝘆 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻. Thanks to its 𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗾𝘂𝗲 𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗹𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗿 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲, AAC’s exceptional thermal efficiency significantly surpasses traditional aggregate concrete and clay bricks. Buildings made with AAC are a testament to comfort and sustainability, keeping you warm in winter and cool in summer. Given that buildings contribute to 40% of the EU’s energy demand, increased utilization of AAC in both new construction and renovation projects presents a direct solution for 𝗿𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗺𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 in residential and commercial buildings throughout Europe. 𝗔𝗔𝗖’𝘀 𝗻𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗶𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 not only slash the need for heating and cooling, curbing CO2 emissions, and combating climate change but also eliminate the necessity for additional insulation materials. AAC alone can meet EU insulation requirements, while alternatives like aggregate concrete and clay bricks demand costly insulation products, adding to costs and environmental impact. AAC’s energy efficiency extends throughout its life cycle. 𝗔𝗔𝗖 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆 than other materials, and its 𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘄𝗲𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗻𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 conserves energy during transportation. It’s a win-win for the planet and your bottom line. Join us in reshaping the future of construction. Let’s build a world that’s not just sustainable but also remarkably comfortable. #SustainableConstruction #EnergyEfficiency #aeratedconcrete #AACProduction #AACProductionTechnology #AACPlant #AACTechnology #AAC #HESSAAC

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The #CleanEnergy transition is decarbonizing all areas of our economy, and that includes the buildings in which we live and work. Across America, architecture, engineering and design programs are training students to design the cleaner, more efficient buildings we’ll need in the future.U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has recognized a second cohort of Zero Energy Design Designation (ZEDD) recipients. These 22 leading educational programs are training building professionals to design the most sustainable buildings possible—literally building the #CleanEnergy future.Check them out: https://bit.ly/46oOHqz

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Building a Sustainable Future: The Rise of Net Zero Buildings in the UK 🇬🇧At RDK Civil Engineering, we're passionate about creating a sustainable built environment. #NetZero buildings are no longer a futuristic vision, but a key driver in achieving climate goals.What are Net Zero Buildings?These buildings minimize their operational energy use through efficient design, renewable energy sources, and high-performance materials. Our skilled structural engineers collaborate with architects to optimize building structures and integrate renewable energy systems seamlessly.Benefits of Net Zero Buildings:Reduced Carbon Footprint: Contribute significantly to tackling climate change by minimizing energy consumption.Lower Operational Costs: Energy-efficient designs lead to significant cost savings for building owners and tenants.Enhanced Occupant Comfort: Net Zero buildings often prioritize natural light, ventilation, and thermal comfort, creating a healthier indoor environment.RDK's Role in Net Zero Design:Structural Optimization: We design structures that support energy-efficient building envelopes and minimize material usage.Renewable Energy Integration: Our engineers collaborate on integrating solar panels, wind turbines, or other renewable energy systems.Sustainable Material Selection: We advocate for low-carbon building materials and explore innovative solutions.The future of construction lies in sustainability. #Sustainability #CivilEngineering #UK #NetZeroBuildingsLet's connect and discuss how RDK can help you achieve your Net Zero goals!

Decarbonisation basics. I’ve recently been delivering some training on decarbonisation in buildings as part of the delivery of our global strategy. I like to start with the basic components of decarbonisation, I also find it useful to remind myself what the big picture is. 13.5Gt CO2 / year associated with buildings, of which:- 10Gt are as a result of energy use and- 3.5Gt are linked to the materials we use. It is all too easy to get lost focusing in on one particular idea without keeping some perspective, and some of these ideas can be a wasteful distraction!The key message here is that whilst lower carbon materials will get us some of the way to decarbonisation, they only represent one part of the solution. In the recently published SBTi draft guidance on the Buildings pathway the difference between the rate of decarbonisation in our most common construction materials and the rate that we need to achieve in buildings is highlighted.You can read that here 👇 https://lnkd.in/epxFCu9JIn summary, we need to achieve double the rate of decarbonisation in buildings compared to the decarbonisation of materials and that is assuming that conventional materials decarbonise at a steep rate!The good news is that we can do this! There are plenty of opportunities to reduce material intensity as well as energy demand. It does mean that we need to focus on designing differently, finding ways to reduce the quantity of new materials we use as well as unlocking the potential to use alternative lower carbon materials. I'm working on the third and perhaps fourth levels of this diagram, unpacking the individual actions which need to be taken and mapping out how much they should contribute to the decarbonisation landscape.Have you started to design differently yet? If not, why not?#letsclosethegap #decarbonisation

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Warning! Do not unsee this terrifying chart, courtesy of HGA. Your legal and ethical obligations as a building practitioner are on the line.The wildly fluctuating scribbles are our climate future. The dotted red line is the weather data you're probably using to design critical building functions like:🔥 Heating & cooling💡 Lighting & shading💦 Moisture management🌬 Ventilation🛁 PlumbingSo ... what to do? Candace Pearson has the deets on how to use the right tools to design for future weather. https://lnkd.in/eVUexaxTKim Shinn, PE, LEED Fellow, BEMP National Renewable Energy Laboratory Victor Braciszewski, PE Nathan Kegel Arup ASHRAE The American Institute of Architects (AIA)

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Our buildings were designed for a climate that no longer exists.This is a terrific diagram on the problem with #energycodes by HGA.Our energy codes are based on *historic* #weather data - that is, data from the past. They do not account for current warming climates, and they certainly don't account for future volatility from Climate Zone Migration - including crazier peaks from heat domes and cold snaps due to #climatechange. This not only has massive implications for life safety and #publichealth, but liability as well. This is the very subject I'll be speaking about at The American Institute of Architects (AIA) Conference in June, with Monte Paulsen. Hope you'll be tuning in. #architecture #buildingscience #climateadaptation #qualityoflife

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Berkeley Lab and The Brattle Group have a nice new contribution to the building decarbonization literature, highlighting U.S. Building Sector Decarbonization Scenarios to 2050. The study reinforces some key pillars (efficiency + electrification are critical; early retrofits and codes and standards are key levers) and provides a deep dive into impacts across regions, building types, end uses, and measure types. Thanks for this contribution! https://lnkd.in/gQNcyduE

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Did you know that the carbon associated with the production of building materials, construction activities, operations & end of life account for 28% of all carbon emissions re: buildings? That's why the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is helping higher education institutions, community colleges and trade schools create Building Training Assessment Centers (BTACs) to prepare a workforce ready to equip buildings with modern technology to lower their carbon footprint. Read more about the importance of reducing embodied carbon in buildings: https://lnkd.in/gRjybydJ Use these tips to apply for IACs and BTACs Grants https://lnkd.in/e_NEvRFB#Decarb4Good #communitycolleges #cleanenergyfuture

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My research interests focus on calculating and reducing the embodied carbon emissions from building retrofits. Specifically, I will analyze the carbon payback period - how long it takes for operational carbon reductions to offset the embodied carbon of retrofitting.My key research questions are:How much embodied carbon do different retrofit strategies add versus operational carbon reduction?What are the most effective options for minimizing embodied carbon in retrofits?How can we optimize retrofit decisions based on carbon payback period?While new construction is well-studied, existing building retrofit emissions are often overlooked, even post-2050. Through case studies and carbon modeling, I will address the full carbon impact of retrofits. This includes embodied carbon, operational savings, payback periods, and costs.The analysis will account for buildings' physical properties, retrofit depth, and functionality constraints. I'll assess quick win opportunities like lighting and control upgrades as well as material strategies like low carbon and bio-based options.A key challenge is limited environmental data on retrofit options. However, combining energy modeling with life cycle assessment can clarify carbon payback periods to inform reduction strategies.My goal is to provide practical, cost-effective renovation solutions to work towards near-zero energy in existing buildings. This research highlights the urgent need for stronger retrofitting regulations to meet construction's decarbonization targets.#carbonpayback #embodiedcarbon #oneclicklca

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