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The GRAND NCE will undertake a comprehensive research program whose goal is to understand the underlying technologies and to make selective advances in a coordinated, multidisciplinary setting that lead to social, legal, economic, and cultural benefits for Canadians.
GRAND Network Investigators Unveil Sustainable Laneway Home Promoting Energy Conservation
SFU West House is a state-of-the art, made-in-Vancouver laneway home that demonstrates how digital media together with green technologies can contribute to and enhance sustainable living. The house is also a great example of what can be accomplished through the type of multi-disciplinary, collaborative projects supported by GRAND’s Human-Centred Technologies for Sustainable Living (HCTSL). HCTSL projects explore new technologies related to green buildings and alternative energy sources as well as information tools for encouraging energy conservation in more traditional residences. SFU West House features advanced green engineering, informative art-pieces whose display subtly changes with water, electricity and gas use, in-home control systems and touch screens, social networking and personal milestone support tools and real-time iPhone connectivity. Last Updated (Friday, 12 February 2010 23:36) |
