Largest Net Zero Certified Building Shares Energy-Efficient Features

摘要

From a vacant eyesore to the largest net zero energy building in the world, this Phoenix facility's features are remarkable, yet attainable for desert dwellers looking to retrofit their building with more energy-efficient features. The LEED-NC Platinum facility is the new regional office of DPR Construction, designed by SmithGroupJJR. Features include: 1. An 87-foot solar chimney enables a passive cooling system, releasing hot air out of the building while drawing cooler air in. 2. Nearly 90 operable windows throughout the building work in tandem with the energy monitoring system to open and close based on indoor and outdoor temperatures. 3. 82 solar optical tubular daylighting devices harness light from rooftop domes and bring it into the workspace, nearly eliminating the need for artificial lighting.