Publisher's Synopsis
This publication provides introductory technical guidance for civil engineers, architectural engineers and other professional engineers, architects and construction managers interested in sustainable building design and construction. Here is what is discussed: 1. OVERVIEW, 2. EMPLOY INTEGRATED DESIGN PRINCIPLES, 3. OPTIMIZE ENERGY PERFORMANCE, 4. PROTECT AND CONSERVE WATER, 5. ENHANCE INDOOR ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, 6. REDUCE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT OF MATERIALS, 7. ADDRESS CLIMATE CHANGE RISK, 8. ASSESSMENT OF EXISTING BUILDINGS FOR HIGH PERFORMANCE AND SUSTAINABLE BUILDING (HPSB) COMPLIANCE.
