Sustainable architecture. 2nd edition. Part 9 - Sustainable development. (10 of 12)
Publication Year
1999
Document Status
Withdrawn
Abstract
The practice of architecture is increasingly constrained by legislation aimed at protecting the environment or the consumer, mainly the results of directives from the European Commission. The broadening of environmental controls, entailing desirable green principles, means that the questions of environmental assessment, impact on ecosystems or heritage sites, energy use, safety requirements, life-cycle assessment and environmental audits, have become part of the daily life of the construction industry. This book explains the new responsibilities and opportunities for architects emanating from environmental laws, especially those which derive from Euro-directives.
Document History
This document is part of a larger document, Sustainable architecture. 2nd edition, which has been split into parts for ease of use.
Author
Edwards, B.
ISBN
9780750641340
Publisher Information
Architectural Press
Architectural Press was originally an imprint of Elsevier. They produce technical books for architects in practice and at study. They are also now part of the Taylor and Francis group, a trading division of Informa UK Ltd.
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