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ENVR-3005 Building Systems/Materials

Databases to use for Research

  • Green Building Certifications and Organizations:
    • BREEAM, LEED, WELL Buildings, Canada Green Building Council, Carbon Leadership Forum, etc.
  • Sustainability in Construction Materials:
    • Carbon sequestering, GHG impact on architecture, EPD systems for materials, Rockwool, cellulose, foam insulation, and sustainable exterior finishes.
  • Energy Efficiency and Building Codes:
    • Passive House, Net Zero and Net Zero Ready definitions, blower door tests, thermal bridging, heat recovery systems, etc.
  • Climate and Environmental Frameworks:
    • The 2030 Challenge, Paris Climate Agreement, BC Climate Leadership Plan, etc.
  • Building Design and Engineering:
    • Ventilation requirements, advanced framing techniques, in-floor heating, HVAC definitions, solar shading, etc.

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