In a world increasingly aware of the importance of sustainability, energy efficiency in buildings has become a fundamental aspect of design and construction. This trend is driven by growing concerns about climate change and the need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. In this context, strategies to reduce energy consumption in buildings have become a priority to promote more sustainable and environmentally friendly urban development.
One of the main strategies for improving energy efficiency in buildings is the use of innovative materials and technologies. This includes the use of materials with high levels of thermal insulation, such as ecological insulation and double- or triple-glazed windows. Likewise, the design of efficient air conditioning and lighting systems contributes significantly to reducing energy consumption in buildings. The implementation of intelligent control systems and the incorporation of renewable energy sources, such as photovoltaic and thermal solar energy, are also key measures for optimizing the energy performance of buildings.
In the context of Malaga, where the energy demand in buildings is significant due to its Mediterranean climate, structural design plays a crucial role in the energy efficiency of buildings. Through advanced structural calculation techniques, it is possible to design buildings that maximize the use of natural light and minimize heat and cold losses, thus contributing to reduce energy consumption. In addition, the use of local and sustainable building materials can help reduce the environmental footprint of projects, while promoting the regional economy and supporting the local community.
In summary, energy efficiency in buildings is a crucial aspect of sustainable urban development, and requires the implementation of comprehensive strategies that address both architectural design and structural calculation. In this sense, the incorporation of innovative technologies and sustainable construction practices can help to significantly reduce energy consumption in buildings, thus contributing to the mitigation of climate change and the preservation of the environment.
The nearest neighboring building was just 15 feet away from the bore drilling. To mitigate disruption to abutting neighbors, our team distributed a two-week look ahead schedule and logistics plan every week to the neighboring buildings. Suffolk also posted regular updates on the project website to keep neighbors informed about upcoming drilling activities and held multiple Town Hall meetings with students and faculty who live and work near the site. These Town Hall meetings gave abutters the opportunity to become familiar with the project, meet the team and ask questions.
In design, sustainability, and programming, the BU Center for Computing & Data Sciences marks the future of construction in higher education. The building is scheduled for completion by the end of 2022.
Locating the bores so they didn't interfere with the building footprint was another challenge. The team successfully located 27 of the bores outside the footprint, with the remaining four bores falling underneath the building. Locating most of the bores outside of the building footprint kept the project on schedule, and limiting the number of bores beneath the foundation mat slab meant less impact to the deep foundation excavation activities.
