1. CANKAYA UNIVERSITY OFFICE OF BASIC AND ELECTIVE COURSES -ENGLISH UNIT- VOCABULARY PRESENTATION FOR ENG 205 COURSE WEEK 7

2. Green Architecture CANKAYA UNIVERSITY - OFFICE OF BASIC AND ELECTIVE COURSES- ENGLISH UNIT

3. Pre-reading activity (p. 28): 1. What do you think “green architecture” means? Scan the text and find the definition of green architecture. 2. How might “green building” be different from traditional building? 3. Do you think that green architecture is popular in Turkey? 4. Is it possible to construct buildings using green architecture in Turkey? Talk about the energy sources available in Turkey? How can these sources be used without giving harm to the environment?

4. This is supposedly the most sustainable design for a commercial building in the world. To be set up in North America, the design includes a photovoltaic power plant which is to generate all the needed power for the building. Not only that, the architecture will also include a 50,000 gallon reservoir that will collect rainwater which then will be treated so that it is suitable for consumption. Bullitt Center

5. Apart from being an astonishingly beautiful creation, this flower-shaped building hosts a lot of efficiently used green features like rainwater harvesting, solar panels attached to the roofs, solar chimney etc. While rainwater harvesting and solar power generated through solar panels help to meet the water and power requirement of the building, solar chimney in the middle of the structure helps to maximize natural ventilation. Wuhan Energy Flower

6. The Taiwan Tower is the tallest structure in the city of Taichung. This circular tower has been designed to resist the force of wind along with making the most of renewable sources of energy. The architecture of this structure eliminates the need of mechanical cooling or heating of the building thus saving a large quantity of energy. Sustainable Circular Taiwan Tower

7. This building isdesigned for University College Nordjylland. It is a sustainable architectural design. It is set up in Aalborg, Denmark. The design consists of four buildings around a common space. The entire concept surrounds around energy efficiency. The architects plan to use solar power to meet the energy requirement of the buildings while making the balconies. Sustainable educational complex in Denmark

8. VOCABULARY

9. restructure (v) : Word Formation : restructuring (n) Definition: to reconstruct; to restructure; to rebuild Collocations : - Ex: Green architecture means creating or restructuring buildings that have minimal impacts on the environment. Ex: The old theater building is being restructured these days. In a few months, it will look like a totally different building. CANKAYA UNIVERSITY - OFFICE OF BASIC AND ELECTIVE COURSES- ENGLISH UNIT

10. compound (n) : Word Formation : - Definition: a substance that is a combination of two or more elements Synonyms : - Antonym : - Collocations : Ex:Water is a compound of hydrogen and oxygen. CANKAYA UNIVERSITY - OFFICE OF BASIC AND ELECTIVE COURSES- ENGLISH UNIT

11. sustainable (adj) : Word Formation : sustain (v), sustained (adj) Definition: Capable of being continued with minimal long-term effect on the environment: Synonyms : durable Antonym : impermanent, fragile Collocations : sustainable agriculture/architecture/engineering Ex: Sustainable architecture is a general term that describes environmentally conscious design techniques and durability in the field of architecture. CANKAYA UNIVERSITY - OFFICE OF BASIC AND ELECTIVE COURSES- ENGLISH UNIT

12. purification system (n): Word Formation : Definition: the system that removes undesirable chemicals from contaminated water. Synonyms : water filtration system Antonym : - Collocations : - Ex: In general, purification system is the method including physical processes such as filtration, sedimentation, and distillation of liquid. CANKAYA UNIVERSITY - OFFICE OF BASIC AND ELECTIVE COURSES- ENGLISH UNIT

13. solar panel (n): Word Formation : Definition: A solar panel is a device connected to the assembly of photovoltaic cells (an electrical device that converts the energy of light directly into electricity by the photovoltaic effect). Synonyms : photovoltaic panel Antonym : - Collocations :- Ex: Solar panels are common elements of green architecture because these panels store energy for electrical needs in a house. CANKAYA UNIVERSITY - OFFICE OF BASIC AND ELECTIVE COURSES- ENGLISH UNIT

14. utilize (v): Word Formation : utilizable (adj), utilization (n) Definition: to use something in an effective way; make use of Synonyms : - Antonym : - Collocations : - Ex: The vitamins come in a form that is easily utilized by the body. Ex: The stored solar or wind energy can be utilized to keep a house at a reasonable temperature. CANKAYA UNIVERSITY - OFFICE OF BASIC AND ELECTIVE COURSES- ENGLISH UNIT

15. renewable (adj): Word Formation : Definition: Relating to or being a commodity or resource, such as solar energy, that is inexhaustible or replaceable by new growth. Synonyms : inexhaustible Antonym : unrenewable Collocations : renewable energy sources Ex: Wind is a kind of renewable energy source. CANKAYA UNIVERSITY - OFFICE OF BASIC AND ELECTIVE COURSES- ENGLISH UNIT

16. demolish (v) : Word Formation : Definition: to destroy something such as a building Synonyms : destroy Antonym : restore, build Collocations : - demolition (n): when something such as a building is destroyed Ex: The demolition of dangerous buildings is an important aspect of urban architectural planning. Ex: The entire east wing of the building was demolished in the fire. CANKAYA UNIVERSITY - OFFICE OF BASIC AND ELECTIVE COURSES- ENGLISH UNIT

17. sewage system (n) Word Formation : Definition: A system of sewer pipes (sewers) collects sewage and takes it for treatment or disposal. The system of sewers is called sewerage or sewerage system in British English and sewage system in American English. Synonyms : - Antonym : - Collocations : - Ex: Without a sewage system in a city or town, it is impossible to live without disastrous consequences for public health, including cholera epidemics. CANKAYA UNIVERSITY - OFFICE OF BASIC AND ELECTIVE COURSES- ENGLISH UNIT

18. impact (n): Word Formation : impact (v) Definition: the effect that a person, event, or situation has on someone or something Synonyms : affect Antonym : - Collocations : - Ex: Green architecture is term that refers to the creation or restructuring of buildings so they have a minimal impact on the environment. CANKAYA UNIVERSITY - OFFICE OF BASIC AND ELECTIVE COURSES- ENGLISH UNIT

19. make the best of sth (v. phr.): Word Formation : - Definition: to do as well as possible with something that is not too promising. Synonyms : - Antonym :- Collocations : - Ex: Making the best use of available resources for construction and energy consumption is the most important process in sustainable architecture. Ex: It rained all day, but we made the best of it. CANKAYA UNIVERSITY - OFFICE OF BASIC AND ELECTIVE COURSES- ENGLISH UNIT

20. storage tank (n): Word Formation : Definition: A storage tank is a container, usually for holding liquids, sometimes for compressed gases. The term can be used for reservoirs (artificial lakes and ponds), and for manufactured containers used in buildings to supply rain water. Synonyms : - Antonym : - Collocations : - Ex: Storage tanks in houses collect rainwater and use it for tasks such as watering lawns, growing crops. CANKAYA UNIVERSITY - OFFICE OF BASIC AND ELECTIVE COURSES- ENGLISH UNIT

21. reserve (v): Word Formation : Definition: to keep something so that it can be used by a particular person or for a particular purpose Synonyms : set aside, keep Antonym : - Collocations : reserve sth for sb or sth Ex: By the use of collection vats, reserving purified water to be used in drinking, cooking and bathing is possible. CANKAYA UNIVERSITY - OFFICE OF BASIC AND ELECTIVE COURSES- ENGLISH UNIT

22. artificial (adj): Word Formation : artificially (adv), artificiality (n) Definition: not natural, but made by people Synonyms : unnatural Antonym : natural, real Collocations : artificial lake/heart/flower/light Ex: In sustainable architecture, instead of using the artificial light of lamps, the natural light of the sun is used as much as possible. Ex: Many lakes are artificial and are constructed for industrial or agricultural use, for hydro-electric power generation, water supply in housing or for aesthetic or recreational purposes. CANKAYA UNIVERSITY - OFFICE OF BASIC AND ELECTIVE COURSES- ENGLISH UNIT

23. 1. In green architecture, the energy of sun and wind is saved and used. 2. Instead of using the sources that are not regionally available, it is better to use the materials already existing in the construction site. 3. There are two major ways of carrying out green architecture. 4. How to use natural light is crucial to save energy. Par. 4 Par. 7 Par. 2 Par. 6

24. 5. The importance of green architecture is realized more and more each day as the conventional ways of building are dangerous for the environment. 6. Using second-hand materials is a part of green architecture. 7. Buildings in the U.S. use up the majority of the resources of the country. 8. Saving and using the water of rain is a way of using environmentally friendly systems. Par. 8 Par. 3 Par. 1 Par. 5

25. 1. What do you think greenhouse greenhouse gas in paragraph 1 mean? How does it affect the environment?  Greenhouse gases are those that can absorb and emit infrared radiation. (The primary greenhouse gases in Earth's atmosphere are: water vapor, carbon dioxide, methane, nitrous oxide, and ozone). Greenhouse gases greatly affect the temperature of the Earth. Since the beginning of the Industrial Revolution, the burning of fossil fuels has contributed to the increase in carbon dioxide in the atmosphere.

26. 2. What percentage of the energy produced in the U.S. is consumed by the buildings?  Buildings in the U.S. consume 65 percent of all electricity, 12 percent of drinkable water and 40 percent of all raw materials produced in the country.

27. 3. What is the definition of green architecture?  Green architecture is the creation or restructuring of buildings so they have a minimal impact on the environment. It means the reconstruction of old buildings, recycling sources and as well as building new structures using environmentally-friendly materials.

28. 4. Why has green architecture become more popular recently?  Because more people have become concerned about the wise use of the planet's resources, the concept of green architecture have become both acceptable and interesting.

29. 6. What are solar panels used for?  The panels with the storage tanks enable to store energy for electrical needs such as cooking, keeping the temperature in the building at a comfortable level, and running necessary equipment such as computers.

30. 7. What is the importance of windows in a building?  The location of windows in a building is important. Windows decrease the demand for artificial light during the daytime. They also allow the natural sunlight which heats the interior of the building.

31. 8. Why do you think using local construction elements is important?  (Some examples) If local construction elements are used in buildings, there won’t be any waste of energy because of the transportation of other construction elements that are not local. Local construction elements are also more sustainable and therefore environmentally friendly.

32. 9. What can rainwater be used for? How is it processed before it is used?  It can be used for tasks such as watering lawns, growing crops, or operating sewage systems. Rainwater is purified by the help of a system that reserves purified water for drinking, cooking, and bathing.

33. 9. What can rainwater be used for? How is it processed before it is used?  It can be used for tasks such as watering lawns, growing crops, or operating sewage systems. Rainwater is purified by the help of a system that reserves purified water for drinking, cooking, and bathing.

34. 10. What are the three main concerns that should be taken into consideration when architects and designers create buildings?  natural resource,  human health, and  community concerns.

35. Ex. III & IV pp. 32-33