Research and Laboratories Building of the Faculty of Engineering
The new Research and Laboratories Building for the Faculty of Engineering at the Pontifical Javeriana University in Bogotá offers an immersive experience for its engineering students. From its initial conception, the new building was designed to foster innovation as the building itself is a tool to teach students. Glass interior walls let students see the inner workings of the building and understand its complexity, while other features, such as solar panels, serve a dual purpose of conserving energy and providing an opportunity for the students to conduct research on solar energy. Meanwhile, the new laboratories will house state-of-the art equipment and dedicated space to study emerging fields such as nanotechnology. The new building will adjoin the university’s older engineering building and will be used for classes and research by students studying civil, industrial, electronic and systems engineering. Students will also share the space with partners in the public and private sectors.
The 14-story building uses energy-efficient features such as external shading devices, energy-efficient air conditioning and photoelectric sensors that automatically turn off lights when there is sufficient day light. Water use is reduced by up to 44% through low-flow faucets, water-efficient single flush water closets and more. Additionally, construction materials such as hollow core precast slabs for floor and roof construction conserve embodied energy in materials. Founded in 1623, Pontifical Javeriana University is one of Colombia’s oldest and most prestigious universities. Nicknamed La Javeriana, the university is a premier institution for research and engineering programs.
The Research and Laboratories Building for the Faculty of Engineering has received a preliminary EDGE certificate from CAMACOL.
Predicted Savings of EDGE Certification
Energy Savings*
Water Savings
Less Embodied Energy in Materials
*Part of the energy efficiency percentage may be associated with virtual energy for comfort depending on the presence of heating and cooling systems. Note that virtual energy does not contribute savings to utility bills.
Technical Solutions
Energy
External shading devices, insulated roofing and external walls, low-E coated glass, energy-efficient air conditioning, energy saving lighting, occupancy sensors, photoelectric sensors to harvest daylight and solar photovoltaics.
Water
Low-flow showerheads and faucets and water-efficient single flush water closets, urinals and faucets.
Materials
Hollow core precast slab floor and roof construction, curtain walling for external walls, controlled use of concrete and plasterboards on metal studs for internal walls and finished concrete flooring.
Location
Calle 40b 5-80 Ciudad Universitaria Javeriana Bogotá, Cundinamarca 110231 Colombia
Stage
Preliminary EDGE Certificate
Date
February 1, 2019
Floor Space (m2)
14,853
Total CO2 Savings (annually)
48.1
Client Details
Certified By
CAMACOL