BREEAM and the Code for Sustainable Homes on the London 2012 Olympic Park: Lessons from the Velodrome, Aquatics Centre and the Olympic and Paralympic Village

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BRE, 2012
BREEAM and the Code for Sustainable Homes on the London 2012 Olympic Park: Lessons from the Velodrome, Aquatics Centre and the Olympic and Paralympic Village Download document

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Current

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Abstract

Examines the achievement of high levels of sustainability on two venues at the Olympic Park; the use of BREEAM in the design and construction of the Velodrome and Aquatics Centre; and the use of the Code for Sustainable Homes on the Olympic and Paralympic Village.

Author

Paterson, N., Robinson, A. and Brylewski, R.

ISBN

9781848062740

Subjects

  • Environmental issues/energy
  • Energy efficiency/Energy Management
  • Building types
  • Sports/recreational facilities
  • Housing/residential facilities
  • Special subject areas

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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.

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