Lowering Total Carbon Emissions in a Dorm: Strategies for Design and Construction

Discover how two innovative dormitories in Vermont, 17,000 square feet each, set new standards in low carbon emissions, both in construction and operation. This presentation delves into a comparative study of these buildings: as built, optimized for energy efficiency without embodied carbon reduction, and built to energy code with no carbon considerations. Utilizing the BEAM tool for material carbon accounting and NREL's Cambium tool for operational carbon emissions forecasting, we'll explore lessons learned from the analysis. Join us to learn about the high-performance features of these buildings and gain insights on minimizing carbon impact in design and construction.