Reducing water consumption in buildings. Closing report: BD2472

Department for Communities and Local Government, 2011
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Current

Supplement

Core Supplement

Abstract

Summarises project recommendations for reducing water consumption in buildings, including a performance rating system for individual appliances or whole buildings, or applying penalties for excessive water use.

History

WRc. Report released and published by DCLG in 2011, based on previously unpublished but completed research.

ISBN

9781409828990

Subjects

  • Water supply
  • Special subject areas
  • Green issues/sustainability/green buildings
  • Internal environment
  • Pollution/waste disposal/contaminated land
  • Water Management
  • Building services
  • Liquid/gas supply
  • Environmental issues/energy
  • Energy efficiency/Energy Management

Publisher History

Now known as the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government. The Department for Communities and Local Government is a UK Government department that works to create thriving, sustainable, vibrant communities that improve everyone's quality of life. This includes housing, improving public services, regeneration, sustainability and the prevention of anti-social behaviour. They were formerly known as the Office of the Deputy Prime Minister.

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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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