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The Green Building Materials Manual: A Reference to Environmentally Sustainable Initiatives and Evaluation Methods
Hannah Rae Roth
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Meghan Lewis
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Liane Hancock
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Springer
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The Green Building Materials Manual: A Reference to Environmentally Sustainable Initiatives and Evaluation Methods - Roth, Hannah Rae ; Lewis, Meghan ; Hancock, Liane
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Evaluating building materials for environmental sustainability is a complex prospect. How do governmental agencies and the design industry actually measure sustainable initiatives and environmental impacts? This book breaks down the technical vocabulary and principles that define environmentally sustainable choices across interior and exterior architectural products to help the reader understand: Material ingredient selectionEnergy and water useEmissions, including greenhouse gasesHuman health and toxicitySocial accountability assessment This guide explains the structure of green certifications, standards and ecolabels, life cycle assessment, environmental regulations, and more. It presents a historic timeline for context and a snapshot of current trends and future objectives. It is a comprehensive reference for interior designers, architects, building owners, contractors, and students enrolled in interior design and architecture.