Architecture & DesignIntroduction to Net Zero Buildings

Introduction to Net Zero Buildings

SKU: RV-10348AW
Duration: 2.00 Hrs

Gaining particular momentum in the design and construction industry is the notion of Net Zero buildings. For many in the design and construction industry Net Zero is a lofty goal, and one not usually realized.
This interactive webcast will focus on the concept of Net Zero, which has several variations of what the term means in practice. We will look at the practicality and marketability of a Net Zero building that uses no more energy than it generates. We will conclude with discussion of the world-wide application of Net Zero building.

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Course Details

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of the course you will be able to:

  • Recite the broad definition of Net Zero building, and understand the variation on this definition
  • Comprehend the different types of Net Zero techniques and technologies
  • Recognize the importance of the marketability and affordability of Net Zero building
  • List case study examples of world-wide application of Net Zero building

Specs

Course Level Fundamental
Languages English
Compatibility Audio, WebCast, MobileReady

Rumanda Young, Ph.D.

Author

Dr. Young is a Registered Landscape Architect (RLA) in the state of Texas and a Certified Planner (AICP). She holds a bachelor's degree in landscape architecture (BLA) from the University of Arkansas, a master's degree in city and regional planning (MCRP) with environmental planning emphasis from the University of Texas at Arlington, and a Ph.D. in urban planning and public policy. Dr. Young also spent time abroad in Cheltenham, England at the University of Gloucestershire focusing on sustainable development practices, environmental planning, and resource management. Dr. Young has eight years of private practice experience, six of which working with the firm Carter & Burgess, Inc. She was involved in a variety of work including a wide range of park and recreational planning and design projects. Landscape Architectural experience ranges from preparation of detail site design plans, inventory and analysis documents, park, recreation and open space master plans, city-wide comprehensive plans, interpretive prospectus documents, construction document preparation, and preparation of grant applications and rezoning applications for cities throughout Texas, Louisiana, North Carolina and Oklahoma.

Dr. Young currently works as a Military Master Planner with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, in the Planning, Environmental, and Regulatory Branch. Dr. Young is involved in a variety of work including a wide range of military planning, programming, and design projects. Project Management experience ranges from installation design guides to campus master plans. Projects also focus on the impacts of development on human health and the environment, and improvements through better siting, design, construction, operation, and maintenance of military projects.

Dr. Young is also an adjunct professor at the University of Texas at Arlington, School of Architecture. She teaches master's level landscape architecture design studio course(s).

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