2018-18 Spring Student Projects from CE 527 Sustainable Construction
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Konum: TEDU
Students taking the course CE 527 were asked to identify a research topic and develop a model related to their chosen topic as part of the course requirements. Students stated that the project with its model requirement positively affected their learning.
Sustainability in Geothermal Systems
Geothermal systems use Earth’s internal heat energy for power generation. However, sustainable power generation from geothermal systems require resource assessment and correct management of geothermal reservoirs. Overexploitation of the reservoir diminishes the ability to generate power at the plant. The model demonstrates main components of a geothermal energy plant.
Eco-Friendly Homes
There is a need to increase efficiency in energy and water consumption of single family homes. To this end, the project aimed at investigating on-site renewable energy generation, energy efficiency measures, and a system to reuse rain water as greywater within the building. Greywater is ideal for garden watering, with the appropriate precautions, such as using low or no sodium and phosphorus products. Appropriately treated greywater can also be reused indoors for toilet flushing and clothes washing, both significant water consumers. Energy efficient windows are another important consideration for single family homes. Heat gain and heat loss through windows are responsible for 25%–30% of residential heating and cooling energy use.
