ET318 – Designing Sustainable Futures: Net-Zero-Energy Renovations for Existing Buildings
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Witness the transformation of an antiquated goliath to a net-zero superhero. The renovation of the landmark American Geophysical Union (AGU) building stands as the first net-zero office renovation in Washington, D.C.—and it has a great story to tell.
On this Hickok Cole tour, you'll get the inside scoop on the highly collaborative and complex process behind this monumental feat. Join us to hear about everything from navigating the entitlement process to identifying sustainable strategies for a limited site plan. You'll appreciate how this 62,000 sq. ft. update reflects AGU's mission and serves as a reminder of the built environment's impact on the planet.
This is a bus tour.
Eric Laignel
Witness the transformation of an antiquated goliath to a net-zero superhero. The renovation of the landmark American Geophysical Union (AGU) building stands as the first net-zero office renovation in Washington, D.C.—and it has a great story to tell.
On this Hickok Cole tour, you'll get the inside scoop on the highly collaborative and complex process behind this monumental feat. Join us to hear about everything from navigating the entitlement process to identifying sustainable strategies for a limited site plan. You'll appreciate how this 62,000 sq. ft. update reflects AGU's mission and serves as a reminder of the built environment's impact on the planet.
This is a bus tour.
Eric Laignel
Learning Objectives
- Learn how the team targeted a low energy use for the AGU building that was then offset by on-site generated renewable energy.
- Discuss ways in which combining systems allows for greater energy efficiency.
- Investigate cutting edge technologies such as a sewer heat exchange and hydroponic phytoremediation system.
- Recognize how architectural design strategies played a role in reducing energy use.
- Gui Almeida, AIA, NCARB, LEED Green Associate
Associate Principal, Director of Sustainability + High Performance Design - Hickok Cole - Laura Roth
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