ASFG BUILDING SCIENCE QUIZ

The ................ is the only space that already have air conditioning installed for acoustic reasons.

Answer explanation

To mitigate degradation of the ozone layer 100%

of the refrigerant used for the HVAC system is free of chlorofluorocarbon.

It is very important to have green spaces, however, in order to be susitainable landscape selection should:

• Integrate native or adapted vegetation with low irrigation requirements.

• Come from renewable energy obtained through green energy certificates.

• Compensate the 100% of our CO2 emissions.

The use of green elements in the building...

• promote well-being, health and emotional comfort.

• increase the processing capacity of the students.

• is a design strategy for offering aesthetics.

• All the answers are correct.

These elements avoid direct sunlight entering to the rooms:

• Concrete slabs

• Exterior shading devices

• Concrete columns

• Sheetrock panels

• All the answers are correct

The High School building, is about to gain a LEED certification.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

LEED is a leading-edge system for certifying high-performance buildings and sustainable neighborhoods.

Currently, mechanical ventilation has priority over the other strategies proposed.

• True

• False

Cold air that comes into the building is held by the concrete walls, columns and ceilings to enhance thermal comfort.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

During the night, windows are left open so cold air can come into the building and be held by concrete elements such as walls, columns and ceilings.

In this way, cold temperature is maintained throughout the day and create comfort in the school surroundings.

This strategy is called Thermal Mass.

This strategy is the best to prevent contagions and reduce viruses in spaces:

• Native plants use

• Natural ventilation

• Natural light

• Heat protection System

Answer explanation

Measurements regarding air quality and ventilation rates were made in The ASFG installations in order to assure the health and safety of the students and staff.

These tests were carried out following the protocols of the Harvard Healthy Buildings program.

Strategy that is both on the new building and Sofitel Building.

• Bicycle racks in order to promote and facilitate user mobility with alternative means.

• Regional materials use, which reduces transport air pollution.

• 100% chlorofluorocarbon-free HVAC systems.

• Storage and collection of recyclables.

What is the strategy that the building is using to prevent the overheating of the neighborhood?

• 100% underground parking to reduce the impact of asphalt reflection caused by the heat island effect.

• Indoor water use reduction.

• Reduction of potable water sent to te drainage.

• Energy generated by photovoltaics.