Passive Solar Greenhouse Design Course – ARAS ( Ardrossan)

ARAS is pleased to sponsor this course and offer it free of charge to the community.
The course teaches you to design cutting-edge passive solar greenhouses at any scale or level of complexity. By the end of the course:
*Individuals will be able to pass their design on to professional builders and contractors.
*Nonprofits will be empowered to design a life-changing project for their community and solicit bids for the build.
We will begin 1 week behind the live start date, projecting a replay of the class for 10 Wednesdays in a row from March 27 to May 29.
Flexible drop in – come for all, some dates, or partial evenings. Be part of ARAS’ community greenhouse plans, or learn for your own project.
Module 1: Goals and Contextual Analysis
Module 2: Optimizing Site Potential, Orientation and Greenhouse Dimensions
Module 3: Architectural Elements and Greenhouse Shapes
Module 4: Structural Foundations, Ventilation and Base Construction
Module 5: Harnessing Light through Glazing Techniques and Implementation Strategies
Module 6: Construction and Insulation for Heat Efficiency
Module 7: Maximizing Greenhouse Production and Efficiency
Module 8: Heat Systems, Fuels and Integrated Design
Module 9: Light Science and Water Strategies
Module 10: Communicating Expectations and Initiating Your Project

Date

Mar 27 2024 - May 29 2024
Ongoing...

Time

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Location

Ardrossan Ag Society
60 First Ave, Ardrossan, AB T8E 2A2
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