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3. THE PODS FACILITIES

PODS SYSTEMS DIAGRAM

rain water
native plants - living SOLAR PV rain water
roof promotes
natural exhaust natural exhaust
solar/glare natural exhaust by stack e ect
AUDITORIUM control solar chimney/stack vent
natural ltration rain biophilic design
radiant natural
heating water ventila- water harvest bird friendly solar
dynamic control glass
PODS
displacement ventila-
tion
PODS
ow
NET METERING MICRO GRID HEAT RAIN WATER over- city water FISH TANK cooler sea breezes EARTH TUBE SOLAR PV
air intake mounted on dock
BC HYDRO PUMP TANK
WATER
HARVEST
CULVERT
POTABLE WATER
SUPPLY MAIN
TIDAL
TURBINE
ENERGY
STORAGE CREEK salt water marsh SUBMERSIBLE
SEA WATER PUMP
raw sea water
kitchen waste toilet waste food waste ltered sea water FILTER CLOSED LOOP
HEAT EXCHANGE IN
OCEAN
HEAT FISH TANK
PUMP CHILLER
AMBIENT LOOP DISTRICT ENERGY
re-use for irrigation
and nutrient recov-
COMPOST COMPOST
TOILET
CHAMBER URINE ushing
WASTEWATER surplus over ow to
TREATMENT
reLoad
Sustainable Design Inc.
3.1 Green Building Features 3.2 Public Galleries
A major sustainability goal of PODS is to pro- The PODS Galleries will incorporate a wide va-
vide facilities that add up to Net Zero Energy riety of techniques and cutting-edge technolo-
and Net Zero Water. We will use renewable energy sources, gies, providing guests of all ages with an unforgettable visit.
including solar cells, wave power, and tidal power. We will Touch-screens, holographic projections, gesture-controlled
also minimize energy use via features such as ground-cou- displays, and physical interaction with exhibits will provide
pled heat exchange and LED lighting with daylight sensors multiple interactive ways to tell stories and convey informa-
and Solatube technology. Having Net Zero facilities is an tion. Live aquatic habitat displays will represent the differ-
intuitive goal for PODS, paralleling our overall mission to ent elements of the watershed, demonstrating the services
protect and conserve the environment around us. that each ecosystem provides.
3.3 Research and Teaching Facilities 3.4 Auditorium
PODS will include fi ve fully-equipped labo- The Auditorium will be a fully-equipped and
ratories, designed primarily for the study of fl exible space, available for large conferences
aquatic ecosystems. All spaces will have fresh and salt and symposia, as well as large performances and events.
water supplies, drainage, refrigerated sample storage, and It will have space to accommodate an audience of up to
environmentally sound disposal systems. A range of indoor 200, with the option to convert the space into four separate
and outdoor teaching spaces will be available, all with full 50-seat lecture theatres for simultaneous sessions. A large
internet access and audio-visual technology. PODS will also stage will be available for musical and theatrical perfor-
have facilities for diving instruction and research, including mances, equipped with drapes, AV equipment, theatrical
showers, change rooms, drying rooms, and storage. lighting, a fl ying gallery, and a backstage prep area.

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