An examination of greenhouse gas emissions caused by energy usage in buildings, this book presents strategies and methods to achieve greenhouse gas emissions reductions. The text offers carbon neutral design strategies for new construction and existing buildings in order to improve energy performance. It addresses local and regional planning issues, transportation considerations, air-flow analysis and radiation impact surveys, solar heating options, daylighting options, and window options. The author also explains how to consider a building¿s location within a community during the design process.
- ISBN: 978-1-4398-4512-7
- Editorial: CRC Press
- Encuadernacion: Cartoné
- Páginas: 312
- Fecha Publicación: 01/11/2011
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés