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The Role of HEIs to Achieve SDG7 Goals from Netzero Campuses: Case Studies and Possibilities in Brazil
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Matana Júnior, Sidnei; Antonio Leite Frandoloso, Marcos; Barbosa Brião, Vandré – International Journal of Sustainability in Higher Education, 2023
Purpose: Energy consumption and renewable energy sources are included in the goals for the 2030 Sustainable Development Goal 7 (SDG7) agenda, and target buildings are the biggest electricity consumers. In turn, Netzero energy buildings (NZEB) contribute to achieve SDG7 goals. This paper aims to identify which Brazilian higher education…
Descriptors: Higher Education, Energy Conservation, Conservation (Environment), Objectives
Low Voltage Library
American School and University, 1977
Natural light and low lighting levels with individual task level lamps contribute to a low energy use at the Sawyer Library. (Author/MLF)
Descriptors: Building Design, College Libraries, Energy Conservation, Higher Education
Illuminating Classroom Design.
Zuczek, Daniel – American School & University, 1996
Discusses how modern schools require specific lighting systems to accommodate computers and other technologies. Describes special needs for direct and indirect lighting when considering visual display terminals and projectors, and the kind of lighting system best suited for distance learning. Offers ideas on classrooms' physical layout. (RJM)
Descriptors: Building Design, Classroom Environment, Display Systems, Educational Environment
Innovative Design for Gym
American School and University, 1975
A new gymnasium at West Valley College in Daratoga, California, combines natural light from an indirect source with electrical lighting, thereby eliminating glare. (Author/MLF)
Descriptors: Building Design, Gymnasiums, Higher Education, Lighting Design
Dual Structure Helps People Get Together With Books By Keeping Them Separate
Coll Univ Bus, 1969
The Robert Hutchings Goddard Library of Clark University is designed to provide fixed functions rather than interchangeable space with two separate but dependable structures. It conceals a three-story "box of books and provides 137,000 square feet of reading, study, and book-stack space. (WM)
Descriptors: Building Design, Building Innovation, Higher Education, Library Facilities
Temple U. Building Features Identical Floor Plans
American School and University, 1978
The new home of Temple University's College of Engineering Technology features an identical floor plan on all of its nine stories. (Author/MLF)
Descriptors: Building Design, Engineering Education, Engineering Technology, Flexible Lighting Design
Evaluation: Bright Bookstore Cut into the Earth
AIA Journal, 1978
Built to preserve open space and views of two historic buildings, all but 5 percent of Williamson Hall, at the University of Minnesota, is underground. Because of its heat retention characteristics, heating is unnecessary until the temperature falls below -20 degrees Fahrenheit. (Author/MLF)
Descriptors: Building Design, Building Innovation, College Stores, Energy Conservation
Something More Than Functional Space . . . A Place to Be and A Place to Remember
American School and University, 1976
A glass and steel space frame links the Wilson Commons triangular brick towers that house about 80 percent of the student activity areas. (Author/MLF)
Descriptors: Architectural Character, Building Design, Glass Walls, Higher Education
Athletic Facility In an Articulate Enclosure.
AIA Journal, 1979
An AIA Honor Award was presented for an athletic facility at St. Mary's College. All elements are exposed and painted bright colors to differentiate functions. Walls are transparent panels to admit as much light as possible. (Author/MLF)
Descriptors: Architectural Character, Awards, Building Design, Facility Guidelines
Law School, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis
American School and University, 1977
The University of Minnesota Law School is a winner in the AS&U 1977 College & University Architectural Competition. The jury commented on the strong recognition of energy conservation and the skillful integration of the building with the existing campus. (Author/MLF)
Descriptors: Architectural Character, Awards, Building Design, Energy Conservation
A Summing Up. Allen Memorial Art Museum Addition, Oberlin, Ohio
Progressive Architecture, 1977
Venturi and Rauch's addition to the Allen Art Museum at Oberlin College is in two separate parts: a loft that houses new facilities for the art department and a gallery for contemporary art. (Author/MLF)
Descriptors: Architectural Character, Arts Centers, Building Design, Construction Materials
A School for the Dance by Gunnar Birkerts
Architectural Record, 1977
The dance instructional facility at Purchase contains dance studios, offices, and workrooms carefully integrated into the master plan of the campus. (Author/MLF)
Descriptors: Architectural Character, Building Design, Campus Planning, Dance
The Shapes of the Future
Modern Schools, 1975
Six innovative school designs illustrate the shape of things to come. (Author/MLF)
Descriptors: Air Structures, Architectural Character, Building Design, Climate Control
Impact of Computer Technology on Library Expansions.
Fisher, Tom – Library Administration and Management, 1995
Describes the impact of information technology on the physical and functional organization of libraries and briefly discusses technical issues, including wiring and distribution, access to power sources, codes, lighting, and security. The Duke University Library and the Purcellville (VA) public library's renovation and expansion plans are…
Descriptors: Building Design, Building Plans, College Libraries, Computer Networks
Energy Sourcebook for Educational Facilities.
Council of Educational Facility Planners, Columbus, OH. – 1977
The Council of Educational Facility Planners, International (CEFP/I) has assembled an authoritative and comprehensive sourcebook for the design and management of energy efficient educational facilities. Information that bridges the gap between scientific energy theory/research/technology and the needs of the educational community is published in…
Descriptors: Building Design, Building Operation, Cost Effectiveness, Educational Facilities