Building Sustainable Futures - Design and the Built Environment (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2016)

This book presents state-of-the-art research and case studies on new approaches to the design, construction and planning of our cities. Emphasis is placed on the role of alternative and renewable energy in the development of urban infrastructures that enable sustainable futures. Reflecting the multi-faceted efforts required to successfully meet sustainability challenges, this book is a collaboration between practitioners and academics across a broad spectrum of specializations. Compelling research findings are explained in the context of practical implementation, enhanced by case studies from industry leaders in order to create a pragmatic reference across policy areas where environmentally aware decision making is required.

General

Imprint:	Springer International Publishing AG
Country of origin:	Switzerland
Release date:	November 2015
First published:	2015
Editors:	Mohammad Dastbaz • Ian Strange • Stephen Selkowitz
Dimensions:	235 x 155 x 21mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover - Cloth over boards
Pages:	351
Edition:	1st ed. 2016
ISBN-13:	978-3-319-19347-2
Categories:	Books > Professional & Technical > Energy technology & engineering > Alternative & renewable energy sources & technology Books > Professional & Technical > Civil engineering, surveying & building > General Books > Earth & environment > The environment > Environmental economics > Sustainability
LSN:	3-319-19347-3
Barcode:	9783319193472

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