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Functional Disaster Resistant Buildings, Florida Solar Energy Center, William Young
Functional Disaster Resistant Buildings, Florida Solar Energy Center, William Young
FSEC Energy Research Center®
Natural disasters, such as hurricanes, floods, tornados, tsunami and earthquakes, are becoming a greater problem as they destroy lives, homes, businesses and the natural environment. Such disasters can happen with little or no warning, leaving hundreds or even thousands of people without medical services, potable water, sanitation, communications and electrical services for up to several weeks. One proactive strategy to minimize this type of destruction and disruption to lives is the implementation of disaster-resistant buildings that are energy efficient, fortified to the latest codes, and incorporate renewable energy systems. This approach uses the best energy-efficient buildings, fortified to the latest …
Problems And Solutions: Training Disaster Organizations On The Use Of Pv, Florida Solar Energy Center, William Young
Problems And Solutions: Training Disaster Organizations On The Use Of Pv, Florida Solar Energy Center, William Young
FSEC Energy Research Center®
In 1992, the Florida Solar Energy Center (FSEC) and Sandia National Laboratories (SNL) assisted the University of Miami Field Epidemiology Survey Team (FEST) with photovoltaic systems to power temporary medical clinics after Hurricane Andrew struck south Dade County. At that time, it became apparent that there were no educational materials prepared for disaster relief or emergency management personnel on the use of photovoltaic (PV) to supply electrical power in response to a disaster. This need prompted FSEC to create an education program to develop awareness and train organizations on the proper use of PV in disasters. Since then, FSEC has …
Photovoltaic Use In A Disaster: Mitigation Verses Response, Florida Solar Energy Center, William Young
Photovoltaic Use In A Disaster: Mitigation Verses Response, Florida Solar Energy Center, William Young
FSEC Energy Research Center®
Natural disasters can happen at any time destroying lives, homes, businesses and the natural environment. In their path they leave many people without medical services, potable water, electrical services and communication for long periods of time. A disaster can be a minor or major incident impacting the people that survive its effect. We all become aware of the destruction caused by major hurricanes such as Katrina leaving several hundred-thousand people homeless and the resources needed to respond to save lives and restore property. In the midst of these extraordinary complications, emergency management teams, medical personnel, the military, and countless public …
Impact Of Solar Powered Disaster-Resistant Communities, Florida Solar Energy Center, William Young
Impact Of Solar Powered Disaster-Resistant Communities, Florida Solar Energy Center, William Young
FSEC Energy Research Center®
Natural and man made disasters can destroy lives, homes, businesses, the economy and the environment. Disasters can happen with little or no warning, leaving hundreds or even thousands of people without medical services, potable water, sanitation, communications and electrical services for up to several weeks. This paper identifies the imperative for and value of creating disaster-resistant homes and communities. The use of renewables, the application of distributed generation, implementation of energy-efficient building designs and construction of disaster-resistant structures can minimize the destruction of property, cost of recovery and disruption of lives. Through enhanced construction practices and the use of solar …