Monday, March 22, 2010

Thesis Question

Here is what I have for my possible Thesis question. If you have any ideas let me know what you think.

Topic: Embodied Energy found in exterior wall assemblies

Thesis: Through the use of green technologies (like pv panels) how can we offset the embodied energy of a net zero green home found in kamloops?

Applications:
  • To create an overall greener wall assembly for a single family home in this climate
  • To compare to a conventional wood frame home.

I would like to somehow incorporate the comparison of a wood-frame home into my thesis questions. If you have any suggestions please pass on your ideas. Thanks!
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4 comments:

  1. D.DenisonMarch 25, 2010 at 10:20 PM

    You could narrow your thesis question down to cost for single familys, or maybe to a particular climate.

    Here is a site that may help for ratings of wall assemblies. It looks as it may be quite helpful.

    http://www.stcratings.com/assemblies.html

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  2. Ellissa AvilaMarch 27, 2010 at 11:56 AM

    Thanks Dave, yes I was thinking of actually more specifically applying it to The Net-Zero Green home in Sun Rivers.

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  3. Graham DohertyMarch 29, 2010 at 1:47 PM

    Are you focusing on just Photovoltaic? I to am researching something similar to this topic and there are lots of alternative energy sources maybe you could incorporate Wind energy and gray water into your research.

    I cam across a book that has lots of green information.

    Jefferis, D. (2006). Green power : eco-energy without pollution. Crabtree Publishing Co.

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  4. Ellissa AvilaMarch 29, 2010 at 7:22 PM

    Thanks Graham. Adding to the dream home I'm focusing on just adding photovoltaic, but for looking into future products your suggestions are valid. I'll definitely have a look at the information. Can you get that book at TRU or do u have it out?

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