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Urban retrofitting for sustainability: Mapping the transition to 2050
Posted on: 11 December 2013
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As concerns over climate change and resource constraints grow, many cities across the world are trying to achieve a low carbon transition. Although new zero carbon buildings are an important part of the story, in existing cities the transformation of the current building stock and urban infrastructure must inevitably form the main focus for transitioning to a low carbon and sustainable future by 2050. This book, to be published in January 2014, brings together interdisciplinary research contributions from leading international experts to focus on key issues such as systems innovation, financing tools, governance, energy, and water management. The chapters consider not only the knowledge and technical tools available, but looks forward to how they can be implemented in real cities by 2050.
Efficient Energy for EU Cultural Heritage (3ENCULT)
Posted on: 11 December 2013
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The refurbishment of existing buildings to very low energy demand is increasingly economically feasible. However, the main issue for historic buildings is how to balance building protection requirements with optimised energy efficiency. The 3ENCULT project has been researching and developing solutions for this, and has recently developed a series of guidelines for use by local authorities. The guidelines support local leaders who need to make informed decisions regarding what is possible in the planning phase and in choosing suitable technologies.
The Green Rethink
Posted on: 6 December 2013
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Green Rethink brought together some of the foremost architects engaged with green building to share their thoughts on energy and the environment. The Architects Journal invited 33 speakers to address the 156 delegates to the inaugural Footprint Live conference: The Green Rethink, in association with Lafarge Tarmac. Videos from the gathering at the Royal College of Physicians will be viewable soon.
Imagine 2050: The innovations we will need in waste, water and energy to ensure a sustainable future.
Posted on: 28 November 2013
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A report published by Veolia Environnement and the London School of Economics envisages the home of the future with nanoscopic robots sorting materials, self-cleaning bathrooms and ultrasonic baths. However it also contains stark warnings with two contrasting visions of urban living in 2050.
The future of rating tools
Posted on: 27 November 2013
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The UK Green Building Council recently held a debate between its members about the future of sustainability rating tools. The motion was: ‘This industry requires rating tools in order to advance the sustainability of the built environment.’ A summary of the debate is available online.
UK Passivhaus Conference. Milton Keynes, 15 October 2013
Posted on: 27 November 2013
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This event provided an opportunity to examine policy, regulations and projects and include technical workshops and seminars covering costs, procurement, design, supply chain and other important issues. Presentations are available online.
World Green Building Council Congress, Cape Town, 16-18 October 2013
Posted on: 27 November 2013
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The World Green Building Council is a network of national green building councils in more than ninety countries, making it the world’s largest international organisation influencing the green building marketplace. The WorldGBC’s mission is to strengthen green building councils in member countries by championing their leadership and connecting them to a network of knowledge, inspiration and practical support. Presentations are available online.
Infrastructure Carbon Review
Posted on: 26 November 2013
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The Infrastructure Carbon Review sets out a series of actions for government, clients and suppliers to reduce carbon from the construction and operation of the UK’s infrastructure assets, in line with the UK’s climate change commitments. It is argued that recommendations have the potential to reduce up to 24 million tonnes of carbon and save the UK £1.46 billion a year by 2050. The Review is developed jointly by government and industry though the Infrastructure Cost Review and Green Construction Board.
Low and zero carbon technologies in new homes
Posted on: 22 November 2013
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This research focuses on low- and zero-carbon (LZC) technologies, looking at actual occupant perceptions and experiences of LZC technologies in their homes, as well as the knowledge and practices of on-site sales teams in promoting awareness of the benefits of LZC technologies.
Code for Sustainable Homes and the Housing Standards Review
Posted on: 20 November 2013
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The House of Commons Environmental Audit Committee has criticised the Department for Communities and Local Government for its decision to remove local authorities’ discretion to set high standards on energy and water saving, using the Code for Sustainable Homes (CSH), in favour of a lowest-common-denominator national standard.
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