Low Cost of Green Library Building

Shandong Jiaotong University

5 Jiaoxiao Road
Tianqiao District
Jinan City
Beijing Shi 250023
China www.sdjtu.edu.cn (english)
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International Sustainable Campus Network (ISCN)

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ISCN Secretariat - c/o Sustainserv, Inc.
Boston, MA 02210
United States www.international-sustainable-campus-network.org (english)

Low Cost of Green Library Building

Action category:  Community Outreach
Associated keywords:  green campus,  higher education,  sustainable development,  HESD,  award,  China,  Asia
Latest update: 11/09/2023

Sustainable Development Goals

Sustainable Development Goal : Climate action

Presentation

Shandong Jiaotong University's library is a green building located in Jinan city in the Shandong province.

Objectives

  • Adapt to the climate and achieve a comfortable environment with low initial investment and operational costs.

Results

A number of energy-saving measures have been implemented, including design considerations such as effective sun shading, natural ventilation and lighting, and a green roof garden. 80% of the building materials used local products, reducing transportation energy consumption.

Achievements

ISCN 2014 Award for "Excellence in Building"