Wednesday, January 23, 2013

The Engineering Guide to LEED-New Construction (Green Source): Sustainable Construction for Engineers (GreenSource Books)





Book Description

March 5, 2008  0071489932  978-0071489935 1
Acquire the skills needed to apply the LEED-New Construction rating system to any green construction project
The Engineering Guide to LEED-New Construction provides a solid understanding of the U.S. Green Building Council's LEED-NC rating system, explaining step-by-step how to apply it to real-world construction projects.
This much-needed reference offers practical discussions of the main concepts of sustainability, and also presents detailed equations and exercises that can be used to perform the calculations outlined in LEED-NC. You will find authoritative information on sustainable sites…water efficiency… energy and atmosphere…materials and resources…indoor environmental quality…innovations in design…a systematic view of green…and many other topics related to sustainability in construction. A valuable tool for the office or job site, The Engineering Guide to LEED-New Construction features:
  • A practical focus on the LEED-NC rating system and how to apply it
  • Numerous exercises and equations that can be used to perform the calculations outlined in LEED-NC
  • Expert guidance on the main concepts of sustainability
  • A wealth of information on innovation in design
Inside this Cutting-Edge Guide to Sustainable Construction
• Introduction to the U.S. Green Building Council's LEED-NC Rating System • Sustainable Sites • Water Efficiency • Energy and Atmosphere • Materials and Resources • Indoor Environmental Quality • Innovation in Design • A Systematic View of Green • Department of Defense Sustainable Construction _ Low Impact Development


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