Document Status
Archived
Supplement
Core Supplement
Series
Information Paper
Abstract
Outlines the concept of Whole Life Value (WLV) and describes the WLV Framework, which is a web-based tool providing an integrated framework for the variety of design tools that deal with the issue of sustainability in the built environment. The framework enables designers and their clients to take account of the most significant aspects of sustainability and to predict the whole life value of their projects.
Author
Waterman, A. and Bourke, K.
History
Whilst this publication can still be purchased some of the information in it has been superseded by more recent research and standards. The BRE Group does not accept any responsibility whatsoever for any loss or damage, including - without limitation - indirect or consequential loss or damage arising from use, or loss of use, of data or profits arising out of, or in connection with, the use of this document.
ISBN
9781860817205
Subjects
- Special subject areas
- Green issues/sustainability/green buildings
- Environmental issues/energy
- Building types
- Legal issues and management
- Cost planning and control
Publisher History
BRE is a building science centre that generates new knowledge through research. This is used to create products, tools and standards that drive positive change across the built environment. BRE helps its government and private sector clients meet the significant environmental, social and economic challenges they face in delivering homes, buildings and communities. BRE is owned by the BRE Trust, a registered charity. The Trust uses the profits made by the BRE companies to fund research and education that advances knowledge of the built environment.