Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design
Indoor Environmental Quality
Carbon Dioxide Monitoring - Carbon dioxide sensors are located in gathering areas, classrooms, conference rooms, group offices, large group study rooms, and return air vents. They are connected to the building automation system to assure that sufficient fresh air is brought into the building during periods of high student and staff occupancy. 
Ventilation Effectiveness Construction Indoor Air Quality Management Plan - The project team focused on establishing and maintaining good indoor air quality with the preparation and implementation of an IAQ management plan that addressed the specific demands of this project and meet the SMACNA best guidelines. The basic measures included protecting adjacent building occupants from poor air quality often resulting from construction operations and new building materials. Low-Emitting Materials - Interior construction adhesives, paints, and carpet were selected to minimize indoor air contaminants that are odorous or potentially irritating to installer and occupant health and comfort. Materials with low volatile organic compounds (VOC) were installed and the building opened without the traditional "new building" smell. Indoor Pollutant Control - Foot grills and walk-off mats are installed at all building entrances. Dirt is trapped prior to entering the building. Rooms with chemical use are contained and vented independently of other occupied areas.
Thermal Comfort: Permanent Monitoring System - A permanent temperature and humidity monitoring system has been installed that provides operators control over thermal comfort performance and effectiveness of humidification and dehumidification systems in the building. |
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