Zollverein School

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Zollverein School of Management and Design by SANAA makes use of unused water of 30°C from the old coal mine to heat up the building.

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Phase:

Active

Starting date:

01-03-2008

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Building

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This Active Insulation System using waste water is zero carbon emission and making most of unused water before going to the river is applaudable. However, it can be argued that in the long run thick insulation inside walls and floors may be more sustainable. 

Archdaily Transparency and lightness of concrete is a result of Active Insulation System. Because hot water from the coal mine circulates inside the walls and floors, insulation is unnecessary; hence the lightness of the skin and the structure.
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