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Happy Daylight Savings! ☀️ As spring approaches, make the most of the extended daylight. Green Globes awards credit for daylighting criteria including: - A min. daylight factor of at least 2% in all regularly occupied spaces - Shading systems that adjust based on sky conditions & daylighting levels - Photo-sensors that maintain consistent lighting levels using both daylighting and artificial lighting - A min. of 25-50% of the total combined floor area in a daylight area - Automatic daylight responsive lighting controls Leveraging daylight reduces energy use and improves occupant wellness. Explore how Green Globes encourages daylighting and get started with your next project: https://bit.ly/3FxvtUD #DaylightSavings #GreenGlobes #Daylighting #Sustainability #GBI #Decarbonization #GreenBuildingInitiative #GreenDesign

WHAT IS THIS Solatube has developed an amazing daylighting system which captures natural sunlight and projects it into indoor spaces in the form of a skylight. This innovation ensures maximum light with minimal heat and energy expenditure inside your home or workspace. WHY THIS IS AWESOME - Blocks infrared rays that cause heat, keeps rooms cooler. - Maintains visible light for bright, natural lighting. - Uses refraction technology to capture natural sunlight and project it into any indoor space. - Creates bright spaces in window-less rooms without consuming any electricity. This technology could change entirely how we light our homes, making spaces brighter and more energy-efficient. #Innovation #Lighting #Sustainability

Yesterday was day 9, but I was unavoidably absent from SM. We invite you to bask in the beauty and benefits of natural light. let's illuminate our spaces with the brilliance of sunlight and embrace the transformative power it holds. By harnessing the power of sunlight, we can enhance our surroundings, reduce energy consumption, and promote sustainable living practices. Ways in which I believe we can achieve this: 1. Keep your windows clean to maximize natural light. 2. Use light-colored curtains or blinds. 3. Place mirrors strategically to reflect light. 4. Install skylights or solar tubes in rooms without windows. 5. Paint your walls a light color to help reflect light. These are all easy, budget-friendly ways to maximize natural light in your home and make it feel brighter and more welcoming. #Eco30impact #naturallight

❓Do you know the 5 benefits of sustainably using partition walls? 💡Read all about the flexibility and adaptability, healthy indoor climate of partition walls and more in our latest blog. 👉https://lnkd.in/e3Ci4r8z #interiordesign #officedesign #maarslivingwalls #officepartitions #sustainable #modularity #modularwalls #reusablepartitions #adaptablepartitions

🌞 Ever Wonder How to Bottle Sunlight? Well, Almost! Move over complicated skylights - there's a new sheriff in town called Solar Tubes! Think of them as nature's fiber optics, that loves beaming pure sunshine into your building! 🤔 What's the Magic? Picture this: A disco ball meets a telescope on your roof, but make it architectural! These clever tubes capture sunlight and send it bouncing through what's essentially a hall of mirrors, lighting up spaces that haven't seen natural light since... well, ever! ✨ Why They're the Real MVPs: • Slash energy bills faster than your mom canceling subscriptions • Zero carbon footprint (Mother Earth is giving a standing ovation) • Less drama than traditional skylights (no leaks, no heat parties) • Installation so clean it would make Marie Kondo proud 🎯 The Real Talk Results: - Your plants will think they're on vacation - Your workplace selfies? Instagram perfect lighting, always - Your energy bill? Dropping faster than a new Netflix series - Your eco-conscience? Cleaner than a penguin in a tuxedo 🤓 Fun Fact: These tubes are so reflective, they could light up a room brighter than my face when someone mentions sustainable architecture! (That's very bright, trust me 😉) Here's the kicker - while we're all living in 2024, solar tubes have been living in 3024. They're not just lighting solutions; they're like having a slice of sunshine delivered to your doorstep, minus the sunburn! #SustainableArchitecture #FutureIsNow #LightingInnovation #GreenBuilding #ArchitecturalMagic #SustainabilityWithStyle

By choosing LEDs, you're not just lighting up your home; you're lighting the way for a sustainable future.💡 #LED #LumensTechnologies #SustainableLiving #LEDLighting #EnergyEfficiency #SmartHomes

The Benefits of Daylighting: Understanding the advantages of incorporating daylight into architectural spaces goes beyond just illumination. Research shows that daylighting not only enhances psychological well-being but also leads to substantial energy savings. **Psychological Benefits:** - Good daylighting boosts the attitude, satisfaction, and overall well-being of occupants. - Studies highlight numerous benefits: - Improved retail sales in big box stores - Increased productivity and reduced absenteeism in office buildings - Enhanced student performance in K–12 schools - Faster patient recovery times in hospitals - Exposure to daylight also enhances general health and circadian rhythm. **Energy Savings:** - Daylighting, coupled with efficient lighting controls, significantly reduces electric lighting and cooling loads. - Proper solar control helps mitigate solar gains during cooling periods and utilizes them during heating periods, reducing overall energy consumption. These findings underscore the compelling case for integrating controlled daylight into building designs. The dual benefits of psychological well-being and energy efficiency make the additional effort and costs associated with daylighting a valuable investment in creating healthier and more sustainable built environments. #Daylighting #EnergySavings #BuildingDesign #Sustainability

Harness the power of the sun in your commercial buildings! Natural lighting isn't just about aesthetics; it plays a pivotal role in energy efficiency. By incorporating more natural light, you can significantly reduce energy costs and create a brighter, healthier workplace for everyone. Let the sunshine in and watch your building's energy efficiency soar! #naturallight #naturallighting

Did you know? One of the most significant benefits of shutters is their energy efficiency. Not only do they enhance the aesthetic appeal of your space, but they also help regulate indoor temperatures, reducing your energy consumption and costs. Check out this article to learn more about window shutters: https://lnkd.in/efkVSQGy #EnergyEfficiency #HomeImprovement #SustainableLiving

Free Webinar: Daylighting in DesignBuilder Register here: https://lnkd.in/ggAbxthD (Wednesday, May 1st) In this webinar, we will focus on current best-practice daylight modelling using DesignBuilder. DesignBuilder calculates daylight availability for several point-in-time and annual climate-based daylight metrics. The Daylighting module enables you to generate high-quality contour plots and other outputs including compliance reports for LEED, BREEAM, and Green Star. The webinar will cover the following: • Key concepts in daylighting for building performance simulations and selected certification requirements. • Model preparation, including factors to help you improve results. • Setting up and running daylighting calculations to generate point-in-time (illuminance) and annual (Climate-Based Daylight Modelling) outputs. • How to run calculations for daylighting credits in LEED, BREEAM, WELL and Green Star, including both annual and illuminance options. • Compliance with Right To Light requirements in the UK, such as Vertical Sky Component, No Sky Line, and Annual Probable Sunlight Hours. Register here (https://lnkd.in/ggAbxthD) to attend our live webinar on Wednesday, May 1st, or to receive a recording.