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dc.contributor.authorQadir, Ghulam
dc.date.accessioned2023-12-20T22:46:27Z
dc.date.available2023-12-20T22:46:27Z
dc.date.issued2023en_AU
dc.identifier.urihttps://hdl.handle.net/2123/32027
dc.descriptionIncludes publication
dc.description.abstractTo mitigate the effects of climate change, low-carbon developments, such as zero-carbon building systems, are unavoidable in both existing and future structures. In this regard, a comprehensive analysis of four off-grid systems (Grey water system, Green curtain, Off-grid toilet, and Double roof house) was done in the off-grid tech lab at The University of Sydney. The mentioned systems were designed, constructed, and operated for a certain period (3 - 15 months), proving their credibility and effectiveness. Out of the four systems, only Double roof house was a scaled-down model (3:1). The work All prototypes collectively aimed to determine if off-grid systems can be operated in a way that does not compromise the quality of life. The research project embraced a biophilic approach, viewing each prototype as part of a larger system interacting with nature. Waste generation was minimized, and valuable performances were achieved with the least resource usage and minimal human interventions. The prototypes endorsed and demonstrated that sustainability and modernity can coexist without compromising on lifestyle. For instance, the Grey water system provided water to plants without any waste going out of the project boundaries, the Off-grid toilet functioned as a contemporary toilet while producing compost, the Double roof house roofing system powered appliances and ensured indoor comfort, and the Green curtain offered indoor comfort with indoor living greenery. These findings highlighted the feasibility of off-grid technologies without sacrificing modern-day conveniences.en_AU
dc.language.isoenen_AU
dc.subjectCarbon Zeroen_AU
dc.subjectSustainabilityen_AU
dc.subjectBuilt environmenten_AU
dc.subjectOff-grid systemsen_AU
dc.subjectEnergy efficiencyen_AU
dc.subjectGreen buildingsen_AU
dc.titleCarbon Zero by Off-grid Technologiesen_AU
dc.typeThesis
dc.type.thesisDoctor of Philosophyen_AU
dc.rights.otherThe author retains copyright of this thesis. It may only be used for the purposes of research and study. It must not be used for any other purposes and may not be transmitted or shared with others without prior permission.en_AU
usyd.facultySeS faculties schools::Faculty of Engineering::School of Civil Engineeringen_AU
usyd.degreeDoctor of Philosophy Ph.D.en_AU
usyd.awardinginstThe University of Sydneyen_AU
usyd.advisorAlonso-Marroquin, Fernando
usyd.include.pubYesen_AU


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