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Energy Efficiency
Efficient furnace and computer controls, an underfloor air distribution
system and automatic daylighting controls are used to maximize energy efficiency.
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Natural
daylight is delivered to offices via a three-story atrium.
As with other exterior windows, this atrium features high performance
dual-glazed, low-E, high visible light transmission (VLT) windows.
Daylighting controls dim indoor lights when ample natural light is
available. |
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A
high-efficiency pulse combustion boiler is used for heating. Combined
with electronic controls, underfloor cirulation, and other features, it
provides 36% higher energy efficiency than baseline requirements. |
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This computer contains the Direct Digital Control (DDC) system for HVAC
and indoor air quality optimization.
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Efficient
and comfortable underfloor air distribution is used to provide
temperature control and ventilation. The picture shows one of the floor
vents, opened. Inside, a filter gasket catches stray dirt and dust and keeps the passageway beneath clear. |
Beneath the floor vents, efficient and comfortable underfloor air
distribution is available through these under floor circulation
areas. This picture shows the flow area under the third floor
atrium walkway. Height inside is about a foot.
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