Eco Factor: Solar roofing at James Leal Center helps reduce energy consumption.
James Leal centre in Redbridge, UK by English architect Sarah Wigglesworth is a low energy sustainable structure built inventively using readily available material. The building’s interesting zig zag roof form with multiple pitches makes it an energy efficient edifice. The roof is covered with solar thermal panels to harness solar energy and reduce energy consumption. The other features include passive earth tube cooling and a biomass boiler.
A translucent canopy covers the forecourt to the west. The canopy allows penetration of ample day light besides ensuring sufficient natural ventilation. The flexible open plan space contains a café, exhibition, internet and toilet facilities, a teaching/training space and the Greenspace Team’s office.
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