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Corresponding Author

Marwa Said Saad

Subject Area

Architectural Engineering

Article Type

Original Study

Abstract

Buildings produce 40% of energy-associated CO2 emissions and 35% of worldwide energy use which makes it one of the main factors of global warming. The use of bioactive materials on building façades is a creative way to address the aforementioned problems. The biotechnical potential of microalgae architecture to achieve net-zero energy architecture while simultaneously advancing ecological sustainability and occupant well-being has drawn attention. This paper aims to analyzing and investigating techniques of integration of algae in architecture showing the challenges and opportunities of this implementation. Analytical and Comparative analytical method were used in this paper, Initially, a thorough literature review was conducted to determine the feasibility of applying algae in buildings by analysis the varies methods to apply algae in architecture and study the best method, to confirm that using algae in buildings is applicable, a second set of international case studies was looked at. According to the case study results, the ability of algae to absorb about 7000 tons of carbon yearly by 5g/ft makes its integration into buildings extremely promising. Additionally, microalgae window buildings can save an average of 20% on energy costs by reducing the loads associated with lighting, ventilation, heating, and cooling.

Keywords

Sustainable Buildings; Algae Facade; Renewable Energy Resource; CO2 Consumption; Energy Production

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