Tag «Sustainable Engineering»

Spotlight: Prototyping the JJSF Biological Filter for the University of Antananarivo

27 July 2024 – Niedersachsen, Germany Overview The Jacquelyn Sanders Foundation (JJSF) is committed to advancing sustainable solutions for water filtration. In support of this mission, we are actively engaged in the development of a biological filtration prototype at the University of Antananarivo, Madagascar. Our objective is to demonstrate the feasibility of simple rainwater filtration …

Technical Spotlight: The Crucial Role of Planning in [Construction] Projects

Bridging the Gap Between Planners and Builders In the construction industry, there’s an often-turbulent relationship between planners and the construction team. The planners are sometimes viewed by the hands-on workers as mere “pencil pushers,” perceived as adding unnecessary costs and delays. However, this perception overlooks the substantial benefits that thorough planning brings to any construction …

Fellowship Brief: Photovoltaic Planning for Residential Buildings

Task Description: Photovoltaic Planning for Residential Building in Germany Objective To analyze the potential for photovoltaic (PV) installation on a residential property in Germany, evaluating the feasibility and profitability of installing standard 400W panels on the east, west, and south-facing roofs. The analysis will consider the energy requirements of the household, including the presence of …

Sustainable Vision Journal – Summer 2024 Edition

Dear beloved Readers, As we embark on the Summer edition of the Sustainable Vision Journal, I’m filled with a profound sense of gratitude for the journey we’re undertaking together. With each issue, we reaffirm our commitment to envisioning a better future and actively working towards its realization through cooperation and collaboration. At the heart of …