Strategy for sustainable construction

Department for Business Enterprise and Regulatory Reform, 2008
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Current

Supplement

Core Supplement

Abstract

Representing joint industry and government commitment to reducing the carbon footprint and natural resource consumption by the construction industry and to ensure the sustainable agenda is embraced at design and build stages. Aims to clarify sustainability regulations, initiatives and standards. Provides targets on the various sustainability issues: procurement, design, innovation, people, better regulation, climate change mitigation, climate change adaptation, water, biodiversity, waste and materials.

History

To be read with Strategy for sustainable construction - progress report (BIS, 2009). This document is no longer available from the original publisher therefore the status is unconfirmed.

Subjects

  • Green issues/sustainability/green buildings
  • Special subject areas
  • Environmental issues/energy

Publisher History

The Department for Business Enterprise and Regulatory Reform was formerly known as the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI). Also known as Business Enterprise and Regulatory Reform (BERR). In June 2009, this department merged with the Department for Innovation, Universities and Skills (DIUS) to form the Department for Business Innovation and Skills (BIS).

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NBS

NBS has produced specification systems and information products for construction industry professionals for more than 40 years. The National Building Specification is the recognised UK national standard and is used by over 5,000 organisations. NBS is part of RIBA Enterprises Ltd.

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