Cracking the code - how to achieve code level three and above

Sustainable Homes, 2008
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Current

Supplement

Core Supplement

Abstract

Provides a detailed overview of the Code for Sustainable Homes, an environmental standard for new-build housing. Complements the formal Code for Sustainable Homes Technical Guidance from the Building Research Establishment (BRE), providing the key issues covered, and simple recommendations and prompts for compliance. Also provides a series of case studies on the first homes in the country to be accredited against the Code, along with a couple of examples of existing schemes which meet the equivalent of Code levels for energy.

Author

Eagles, A. et al

Subjects

  • Environmental issues/energy
  • Green issues/sustainability/green buildings
  • Building types
  • Housing/residential facilities
  • Special subject areas

Publisher History

Sustainable Homes Limited is a leading training and advisory consultancy operating in the field of sustainable housing. They provide Code for Sustainable Homes assessor training and EcoHomes for Existing Buildings. Their parent company is the Hastoe Group.

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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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