http://earthsky.org/human-world/john-ochsendorf-ancient-architecture-was-green A Clear Voice for Science Fri, 10 Feb 2012 05:20:22 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 http://earthsky.org/human-world/john-ochsendorf-ancient-architecture-was-green/comment-page-1#comment-14571 Remi Mon, 07 Dec 2009 08:07:22 +0000 http://208.96.63.114/?p=2131#comment-14571 Not all "green" buildings cost more. This clip simply asks that architects (& engineers) design buildings that are geared to the local climate. Taking advantage of solar orientation and prevailing winds doesn't have to cost anything but a little foresight during initial planning stages. Using ~30% glazing area combined with insulated spandrels would likely cost less to build, and require less energy to maintain. Not all “green” buildings cost more. This clip simply asks that architects (& engineers) design buildings that are geared to the local climate. Taking advantage of solar orientation and prevailing winds doesn’t have to cost anything but a little foresight during initial planning stages. Using ~30% glazing area combined with insulated spandrels would likely cost less to build, and require less energy to maintain.

]]> http://earthsky.org/human-world/john-ochsendorf-ancient-architecture-was-green/comment-page-1#comment-13297 glenn Sun, 27 Sep 2009 15:41:27 +0000 http://208.96.63.114/?p=2131#comment-13297 The problem with green construction is the initial outlay of capital. People may not immediately have these funds available to realize the long term value of this thinking. The problem with green construction is the initial outlay of capital. People may not immediately have these funds available to realize the long term value of this thinking.

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