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Peter F Smith (Author)


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0750656786 978-0750656788 December 4, 2002
This is your first point of reference in understanding the future direction of sustainable technology. It introduces the very latest in practical sustainability techniques and illustrates the diverse technologies being developed to create optimum eco-efficiency in our built environment.


Peter F. Smith takes you through the current research and prototypes which will affect every feature of the evolution of building design. As sustainable building becomes increasingly essential - with the advent of climate change, government legislation and international treaties - this is valuable knowledge for every architect, engineer and designer who wishes their designs to be both responsive and cutting edge.

With information from the leaders in their fields, this book is a comprehensive reference to the emerging technologies for this innovative approach to design.

* Learn about the future of sustainable technology
* Gain a knowledge about the newest designs and details of the built environment
* Benefit from the inside knowledge and expertise of the author

Editorial Reviews

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'An absorbing study of the technology available for low energy buildings.'
Permaculture Magazine

'...the book is well written and illustrated. There are copious graphs, diagrams and photographs. The author backs up his arguments with statistics.'
Northeast Sun

'This book is a useful guide to a comprehensive range of established and developing technologies.'
EcoTech, Sustainable Architecture Today

Book Description

A comprehensive reference to the emerging technologies for this innovative approach to design

Product Details

  • Paperback: 192 pages
  • Publisher: Architectural Press (December 4, 2002)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0750656786
  • ISBN-13: 978-0750656788
  • Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 6 x 0.5 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 12.3 ounces
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,454,525 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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My theme is the problem of climate change and sustainability. Read the first page
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solar fraction, thermal wheel, horizontal axis machines, stirling engine, tube collectors, source heat pumps, renewable technologies, hydrogen economy, air tightness, domestic hot water
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European Union, New Scientist, Courtesy of Caddet, Courtesy Renewable Energy World, Bill Dunster, Scientific American, Vastra Hamnen
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