Aaron and Adma MBA TEAM for Sep 14
Aaron and Adma MBA TEAM for Sep 14
Undergrad reading
The human who can be so constructive or destructive this is important, important for the continuance of the human species so that they do not ignorantly destroy that which feeds them.
Destructive – agriculture (artificial fertilizer, soil compaction, irrigation systems and dams)
How can we farm crops without being so destructive to the environment?
to an external site.)Time0:54 to 3:05Jhum Farming Only planting and harvesting for one or two seasons then letting the forest regrow for 7 years to regain its natural nutrients.
Grad reading
Our greatest challenge is to green existing buildings.
Green efforts on buildings involve water use, electricity and other energy use
Through super smart windows to reduce heat loss/gain but maintain effective natural light, and more efficient chiller/heater systems
Example: Byron G. Rogers – Federal Office Building
-Historic building – Built in 1964
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-Retrofit should reduce up to 70% of existing energy use
-Will put them ahead by 5-10 years on goal of Net Zero by 2030
Major inefficiency in this country comes from transmission of energy/power from the source to the consumer – 90%!!?? Waste
Efficiency therefor will become more about localized production through smaller grids and more localized renewable power sources such as solar/wind
“Old buildings can be better than new one” – from text pg. 70
What changes can we do to make our homes more energy efficient?
Concept of focusing on individual residents instead of management/ownership for large rental properties
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Attachments area
Preview YouTube video Jhum farming and climate change(Links to an external site.)
Jhum farming and climate change
(Links to an external site.)Preview YouTube video Energy Efficient Homes: Scott Bergford at TEDxTheEvergreenStateCollege(Links to an external site.)
Energy Efficient Homes: Scott Bergford at TEDxTheEvergreenStateCollege
“We Must Have Total Transparency.” By Lee Eng Lock coming from his campaign call
– Energy consumption readings being taken cannot be trusted;
– Correct tools are needed if accurate measurements are to be made;
– Wrong data leads to wrong decisions;
– There is too much acceptance of lower standards;
– Data must be shared; and
– Admission of mistakes must happen in order for lessons to be learnt
Activity:
How can we improve energy efficiency at ______? Categories: (Work, school, and home)
Groups are (1-3 work); (4-6 school); (7-10 home)
10-15 minutes of discussion in groups about ideas that have or could be done on your subject.
Send two representatives to write down 3-5 ideas under each category.
Which are the easiest to achieve; is it cost effective; what is possible for all or just for each;
Little – insulate water heater, turn down water heater temp. (Most do not use the extremely hot water so why heat it so high), darker thicker window curtains, hang clothes outside to dry instead of using a dryer, close heat/air vents in rooms not in use, anymore?
Big – replace windows with energy efficient windows, Energy star appliances, better rated insulation in walls and ceilings, anymore?