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This document is a student assignment submitted by Omar Mohamed Ismail to their course coordinator Dr. Maha Fawzy for their Architecture course ARC351. The assignment discusses how architecture can play a role in solving the energy crisis through passive design strategies, energy-efficient building systems, incorporating renewable energy systems, using green building materials, and sustainable urban planning.

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Energy Efficiency in Buildings

ARC351

Omar Mohamed Ismail

Academic Code
124191122
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Date
21 / 02 / 2023
Course coordinator
Dr. Maha Fawzy

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Name: Omar Mohamed Ismail
Assignment (1)
Date: 21/02/2023

Architecture in solving the energy crisis

Architecture can play a crucial role in solving the energy crisis by designing and constructing
buildings that are energy-efficient, sustainable, and have a lower carbon footprint. The energy crisis
refers to the growing demand for energy and the depletion of non-renewable energy sources such as
oil, gas, and coal. Here are some ways in which architecture can contribute to solving the energy
crisis:

1. Passive design strategies: Architects can design buildings with passive


design strategies that reduce energy consumption by utilizing natural
light, ventilation, and shading. For example, the orientation of a building
can be optimized to take advantage of natural light and reduce the need
for artificial lighting. Similarly, natural ventilation can be utilized to
reduce the need for air conditioning.

2. Energy-efficient building systems: Architects can design buildings with energy-


efficient building systems such as HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning),
lighting, and building automation systems. Energy-efficient systems can
significantly reduce the energy consumption of a building and lower the carbon
footprint.

3. Renewable energy systems: Architects can incorporate renewable energy systems


such as solar panels, wind turbines, and geothermal systems into building design to
generate renewable energy on-site. This can reduce the dependence on non-
renewable energy sources and contribute to a more sustainable built environment.

4. Green building materials: Architects can use sustainable and green building materials
in construction, such as recycled materials, low-impact materials, and materials with a
lower carbon footprint. This can reduce the environmental impact of b building construction and contribute to a more
sustainable built environment.

5. Urban planning: Architects can also contribute to solving the energy


crisis through urban planning by designing and planning cities and
communities that promote sustainable transportation and energy-
efficient buildings. For example, designing cities with walkable
neighborhoods, public transportation, and bike-friendly infrastructure
can reduce the dependence on cars and lower carbon emissions.

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