Sustainable Building Methods You Should Consider for Your Next Commercial Construction Project
It’s no secret that ‘green construction’ is at the forefront of sustainability. Although many organizations are recognizing the value of sustainable and green building methods, increasing regulations are the basis for achieving sustainable development. Here’s some ways you can implement sustainable building methods on your next project.
IoT Integrated Automated Building Systems
The Internet of Things (IoT) gives facility managers access to data that they did not previously have access to. These small connected sensors can integrate with automated building systems to improve the sustainability of operations. For example, IoT sensors can dynamically adjust the required ventilation and lighting levels inside the building based on temperature, weather and CO2 readings. The facility manager doesn't need to manually stay on top of these adjustments or input data from multiple pieces of equipment.
Passive Solar
Another way to leverage a sustainable solar energy source is to construct the building based on the passive solar concept. The facility's location and design maximize solar energy for heating during winter, while reducing its impact during warmer months.
Synthetic Roof Underlayment or ‘Green Roofs’
The underlayment on roofs is typically asphalt-based, which breaks down relatively quickly. Replacing this layer is necessary to keep moisture out of the building's interior. Synthetic roof underlayment offers an alternative that weighs less and holds up to the wear and tear of an exterior environment. This material uses polymer that comes from recycled scrap materials. It also eliminates VOCs from the underlayment. Green roofs is another innovation for the top of commercial properties comes from green roofs. Grass, plants, flowers, bushes and other greenery grows on the roofing material. Stormwater is absorbed into the soil and managed more easily than with a bare roof. Heating and cooling costs are reduced, and the air quality is improved.
Electrochromic Glass
Electrochromic glass can shift from clear to opaque based on external stimuli such as an electrical current or UV rays. It eliminates the need for shades and other window treatments, while adapting to current conditions passively. Additional benefits include blocking the vast majority of UV rays.
Solar Thermal Cladding
Solar thermal cladding is a passive solar building method designed specifically to hold heat during the winter. The sun's energy is stored within this material and passed through to the building for heat retention purposes.
Our team at FMG Construction consider sustainable building methods on all of our proejcts. Learn more about our commitment to sustainability below.
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