The Green Building Revolution

摘要: The "green building revolution" is happening right now. This book its chronicle and manifesto. Written by industry insider Jerry Yudelson, "The Green Building Revolution" introduces readers to the basics of green projects people that are advancing this movement. With interviews case studies, it does more than simply report on revolution; shows why how start thinking about designing, building, operating high-performance, environmentally aware (LEED-certified) buildings conventional budgets.Evolving quietly for a decade, movement has found voice. Its principles human-centered, sensitive development have reached critical mass architects, engineers, builders, developers, professionals in government, consumers. showing us we can healthier indoor environments use far less energy water do. federal eighteen states, nearly fifty US cities already require new public meet "green" standards. According just beginning." describes many "revolutions" taking place today: commercial buildings, schools, universities, health care institutions, housing, property management, neighborhood design. In clear, highly readable style, Yudelson outlines broader "journey sustainability" influenced revolution provides solid business accelerating trend.Illustrated with 50 photos, tables, charts, filled timely information, definitive description major that's poised transform our world.