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M. As shown on the plan, because of my location in the center of the design studio and some system furniture walls, I don’t see a way to get enough daylighting to my space that would reduce electrical lights. I discussed this with one of our LEED team members and she laughed and said, “good luck”! The individuals working around the perimeter (i.e. NW corner) have sufficient daylighting and actually work with their lights off sometimes during the day, but with the distance and partitions, it doesn’t reach my space.

N. Using the climate to our benefit can cost additional budget dollars during construction, but will save money in operations of the facility and save on the environment due to the fossil fuels we are all use to using and not thinking twice about. Geothermal loops are taking the heat and cooling from the ground (and within the building itself) and locating in the building where it is needed. Electrical power is required to run the pumps, but that’s less than other mechanical systems. Daylighting helps reduce electrical light usage, but also promotes a higher level of productivity.

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P. See previous post.