BEC Presents - September

Electrochromic Glazing - Dynamic Control of Solar Heat Gain

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September 16, 2014
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Architecture Center Houston
315 Capitol, Suite 120
Houston, TX 77002
rashida@aiahouston.org
713-520-0155

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Please join us for drinks, snacks, and good company as we continue our educational seminars for 2014.

$20.00 fee, free to interns and students ($40.00 membership will provide entry into all standard BEC events for the year).

Learning Objectives:

  • Analyze the impact of traditional solar control solutions, their associated energy penalty and contrast with the use of dynamic glazing.
  • Explain the energy and environmental benefits of electrochromic glass and discuss key control strategies for maximum energy conservation.
  • Examine the human factors benefit with electrochromics and discuss how durability improves sustainability.
  • Understand key aspects of design for incorporating and specifying electrochromic glass to achieve maximum performance and potential contribution to LEED points.

Presenter Info:
Frank D'Aprile


This presentation has been approved for: 1.0 HSW|LU

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