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| Additional Physical Format: | Online version: Chiras, Daniel D. New ecological home. White River Junction, Vt. : Chelsea Green Pub. Co., c2004 (OCoLC)607206130 |
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| Material Type: | Internet resource |
| Document Type: | Book, Internet Resource |
| All Authors / Contributors: |
Daniel D Chiras |
| ISBN: | 1931498164 9781931498166 |
| OCLC Number: | 54350452 |
| Description: | ix, 325 p. : ill. ; 26 cm. |
| Contents: | Introduction: Creating sustainable shelter. -- pt. 1: Setting the framework, Green building and beyond : where do you begin? ; Site matters : site selection and protection. -- pt. 2: Green building and remodeling. The healthy house ; Green building materials ; Wood-wise construction ; Energy-efficient design and construction ; Accessibility, ergonomics, and adaptability ; Using concrete and steel to build green ; Natural building ; Earth-sheltered architecture. -- pt. 3: Sustainable systems. Passive solar heating ; Passive cooling ; Green power : electricity from the sun and wind ; Water and waste : sustainable approaches. -- pt. 4: Environmental landscaping. |
| Series Title: | Chelsea green guides for homeowners. |
| Responsibility: | Daniel D. Chiras. |
| More information: |
Abstract:
'The New Ecological Home' provides an overview of green building techniques, products and technologies that are either currently available or will be in the near future, as well as current, practical information for home buyers, owner-builders, and anyone interested in building for a sustainable future.
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