Document Status
Current
Supplement
Core Supplement
Series
Topic Guide
Abstract
Defines the terms green building and sustainability. Discusses how to make a building green and assessment tools and standards.
Author
Bleicher, D.
History
Supersedes TG 15/2018 'Green building and sustainability - at a glance' (BSRIA, 2018).
ISBN
9780860227700
Subjects
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Green issues/sustainability/green buildings
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Special subject areas
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Environmental issues/energy
Publisher History
BSRIA was founded in 1956. It is a consultancy, test and research organisation which publishes technical notes and guidance for designers and specifiers of building services.
Information
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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