With a goal of achieving net-zero electrical usage (grid neutral), Chartwell is the 1st LEED platinum K-12 campus and a role model for the State of California´s ambitious initiative to mandate grid neutral schools by 2010.
Founded in 1983 to advance the education of dyslexic children, Chartwell had limited resources when, 20 years later, the need for the creation of a living laboratory that would illuminate how buildings are assembled and make the most of the schools, was born.
Gladly that wasn’t an issue for EHDD architects who worked on Chartwell’s campus and managed to include the best-known practices for energy efficiency and created an optimal learning environment.
So, lets see what makes Chartwell one of the Top Green Projects for 2009:
- Daylighting/lighting controls – incorporates natural light to save electricity, reduce HVAC equipment, and contribute to an enhanced learning environment.
- Water saving features – reduces campus water use by 60% by using waterless urinals, dual flush toilets, and an 8,700 gallon rainwater cistern.
- Construction waste diversion – Eighty-two percent of construction waste was diverted from landfills and recycled.
Nice designs. I like it.
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful School. It's so open and airy. I would love for my kids to go there. The use of natural light to help lower electrical usage is something every school could do if they would just open up the shades and let the sun shine in.
ReplyDeleteA really great school with an eco friendly design that sets an example.
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