5. Built Environment
The chapter delves into the intersection of civil engineering and societal impacts through the built environment. It highlights sustainable practices in facilities management and the importance of building control systems. Further, it emphasizes the role of civil engineers in developing resilient infrastructures that address climate change while maintaining occupant health and safety.
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What we have learnt
- The built environment significantly impacts energy consumption, CO2 emissions, and waste generation.
- Sustainable facility management integrates environmental considerations into facility operations.
- Building control systems are crucial for ensuring efficient operation and occupant comfort in buildings.
Key Concepts
- -- Sustainable Facility Management
- A process that allows facility managers to implement changes reducing the negative impacts of buildings on occupants and the environment.
- -- Indoor Environment Quality (IEQ)
- The quality of the indoor environment concerning the health and comfort of building occupants.
- -- Building Control System
- A centralized system used to manage and control building operations, including energy consumption and occupant safety.
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