Introductory technical guidance for professional engineers, architects and construction managers interested in sustainable design and construction of buildings. Here is what is discussed:
1. THE SUSTAINABLE DESIGN CHALLENGE
2. THE SIX PRINCIPLES OF SUSTAINABLE DESIGN
3. PRINCIPLE: OPTIMIZATION OF SITE POTENTIAL
4. PRINCIPLE: OPTIMIZING ENERGY USE
5. PRINCIPLE: PROTECTION AND CONSERVATION OF WATER
6. PRINCIPLE: SELECTION AND USE OF ENVIRONMENTALLY PREFERABLE PRODUCTS
7. PRINCIPLE: ENHANCEMENT OF INDOOR ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
8. OPTIMIZATION OF OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE PRACTICES
9. AN AFTERWORD: HOW TO USE THE INFORMATION