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The new campus buildings were designed and constructed to high environmental standards. Each facility constists of three 3-storey wings, interconnected by large sloping glass atria and open courtyard gardens. Utilising advanced technologies and passive solar design techniques, they are estimated to be some 60% more energy efficient than buildings on the main campus. Contact: Estates Office, University of Nottingham Beaconsfield Street, Hyson Green, Nottingham (NCHA) A small housing scheme of timber framed construction with high levels of insulation that uses wood from sustainable sources and wherever possible recycled materials. Contact: Energy and Environmental Services Co-ordinator
Mansfield i Centre A 1990s office building which incorporates passive design measures to reduce energy consumption and costs. The striking design concept includes a first floor overhang to reduce ground floor solar gain. Mechanical systems can be monitored and adjusted for optimum energy efficiency. Roof lights, and narrow plan offices allow for natural ventilation and cross ventilation into deeper plan offices. Contact: Mansfield District Council |
