About
Academic Building One features next-generation mechanical systems and computationally optimized passive shading strategies to reduce energy use. High performance systems include the largest known BIPV façade in North America, a Dedicated Outdoor Air System (DOAS), chilled beam technology, and an upper roof structure designed for future phase additional PV, as well as connections to a future planned Sewage Wastewater Energy Exchange and geothermal systems.
Project Owner
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Is the project Net Zero Energy or Net Zero Energy Ready?
Net Zero Ready
Project Size in GSF
300K
Category of height
Mid-Rise
How is the building all-electric for heating?
Air-source Heat Pump, Ground-source Heat Pump
Is the service hot water all-electric?
Yes
What is the primary system type for domestic hot water?
Unspecified
On-site renewable energy
10%
Is the owner purchasing off-site renewable energy to offset all electricity consumption?
Unknown
Certifications related to Energy / Carbon
LEED
What is the climate zone for this project?
4A Mixed Humid