Sustainability

Presents the story of how Seattle, Washington transformed itself into a leader in sustainable 'green' building. This title offers case studies from cities in the US and insights into the processes that led Seattle to become home to one of the highest concentration of LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) buildings in the world.

Reports the results of a study based on financial and technical analyses of more than 150 green buildings in the United States and ten other countries. This book analyzes the costs and financial benefits of building green on both large and small scales, and addresses the role of the built environment in reducing carbon dioxide emissions.

Wind power can realistically not only replace the lionas share of oil-, coal-, and natural gasN fired electrical plants in the UK but also can add enough extra power capacity to allow for most of the cars in the nation to run on electricity.

Looks at the issues of sustainability and environmental impact in the field of building design and architecture. This book addresses sustainability in building design through development of a series of examples presented as three dimensional models of well-integrated building systems.

Provides a range of information for various disciplines engaged in sustainable building design and construction. This title includes seven content areas such as: building form, envelopes, structures, climate control systems, renewable energy, lighting, and landscape design.

A book of practical insight and lessons for using small vacant lots to create public green space.

A lushly illustrated tour of cutting-edge architectural design around the world, with profiles of 50 energy-efficient homes.

The process of executing an architectural plan for a building or a landscape can be disastrous for the environment. This book offers examples of trendsetting sustainable architecture from the world's leading eco-architecture firms which mitigate such negative impacts.

Discusses the potential significance for the reintroduction of ancient technologies relating to agriculture and architecture in creating a healthier, more sustainable and environmentally richer planet