How can we create sustainable zero carbon communities
cost-effectively at the same time as increasing the probability of
people leading happy and healthy lives? Written from the
perspective of practical experience gained from world-leading
projects such as Beddington Zero fossil Energy Development
(BedZED), One Brighton and Masdar City, this book provides a clear
overview and simple insights for students, interested individuals
and professionals in all areas of the property development and
planning industries - including architecture, planning,
engineering, surveying, development management, finance, legal,
sales and marketing and estates management. It combines leading
edge thinking with simple practical advice in this fast emerging
field.
In the often confused realm of sustainable development, the book
starts with the question of how to turn sustainability from an
abstract concept into a clear framework on which to base practical
design, development, long-term management and governance decisions.
It describes One Planet Living, the approach which links the
science of ecological footprinting to a simple framework of
principles, and how the framework is being applied to create a
coherent approach to projects in the UK, Europe, USA, South Africa,
the Middle East, China and Australia, It also draws on other
examples of best practice from around the world.
'Essential reading for the industry' Khaled Awad, Director of
Property Development, Masdar.
'...gave us the framework to create a world-renowned sustainable
community'. - Brad Baker, President and CEO, Codding Enterprises,
California.
'...gives a clear analytical direction to follow ...reads like a
historical detective story.' - David Nelson, Head of Design, Foster
+ Partners.
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