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A Carbon Primer for the Built Environment (Hardcover)
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A Carbon Primer for the Built Environment (Hardcover)
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In a world increasingly concerned about the impact of carbon
dioxide and other greenhouse gases in the atmosphere on global
climate, the A Carbon Primer for the Built Environment will provide
an understanding of the science and the public policy and
regulation intended to tackle climate change. It will spell out the
essential information needed for navigating through the growing
regulatory maze with confidence. The book will: Provide an
explanation of climate change, why carbon has been targeted as the
main culprit and how this will impact the working lives of
architects Explain key concepts such as: carbon footprinting,
contraction & convergence, concentration based targets, the
Energy Performance of Buildings Directive, decarbonising supply and
reducing energy demand as well as the relevance of relevant
government targets and international agreements Suggest an overall
framework for achieving the carbon reduction targets and the
requirements that will place on building designers Outline
requirements and common standards and codes - providing guidance on
compliance mechanisms Suggest and examine likely models for future
practice The book will be essential reading for anyone wanting to
familiarise themselves with the new landscape of carbon reduction
in the built environment, with a particular focus on building
design. It will also provide an accessible reference volume for
information on particular policies, terms and initiatives as well
as key data and numbers that will assist initial carbon
calculations.
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