ABSTRACT
Sustainability is a key issue and its impact on the construction industry, as one of the major users of the Earth's resources, is starting to take hold. This book deals with sustainability as it affects the construction industry, looking at the techniques and issues which designers, engineers, planners and construction managers will have to deal with in their day-to-day activities. It covers methods of analysis such as environmental impact assessment and cost-benefit analysis as well as topics on design and energy regulation and conservation. The book is an important introduction to the subject for senior undergraduate and postgraduate students. Given the importance and novelty of the subject, professionals in the construction industry will also find the book valuable.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
part |34 pages
Environmental quality
part |26 pages
Development controls
part |34 pages
Analytical tools
part |30 pages
Project feasibility
part |38 pages
Design considerations
part |40 pages
Energy conservation
part |46 pages
Life-cost studies
part |33 pages
Asset management