| Description |
1 online resource (xv, 136 pages) |
| Physical Medium |
polychrome |
| Description |
text file |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Contents |
The fundamentals of sustainable building -- The importance of place : from the philosophical to the practical -- Energy and lighting -- Green materials -- Indoor environmental quality -- Water conservation and quality -- Construction management -- Building operations and maintenance. |
| Summary |
Green buildings are better buildings. In fact, buildings use 36% of the energy in the United States, according to the Environmental Protection Agency, so green buildings that use less energy help to address the very real challenges of reliance on fossil fuel and climate change. More than only being environmentally responsible, green libraries are beautiful, cost-effective, high-performance buildings that enhance occupant health and comfort. This book is designed for members of library building design teams who typically are not actively engaged in architecture, construction, or engineering, but who need an introduction to the rationale for green buildings, the elements of green building, and the language of the field. It will be equally useful for public officials, boards, or administrators who are considering a new green library building, a renovated library structure, or sustainable elements for a current library facility.-- (Source of description not identified). |
| Local Note |
eBooks on EBSCOhost EBSCO eBook Subscription Academic Collection - North America |
| Subject |
Library buildings -- Environmental aspects.
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Library buildings -- Environmental aspects. |
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Library buildings. |
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Library buildings -- Energy conservation.
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Energy conservation. |
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Library buildings -- Design and construction.
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Library buildings -- Design and construction. |
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Library buildings -- Remodeling.
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Library buildings -- Remodeling. |
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Sustainable buildings.
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Sustainable buildings. |
| Genre/Form |
Electronic books.
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Electronic books.
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| Other Form: |
Print version: Carr, Mary M., 1950- Green library planner. Lanham : The Scarecrow Press, Inc., 2013 9780810887367 (DLC) 2013018124 (OCoLC)834392338 |
| ISBN |
9780810887374 (electronic book) |
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0810887371 (electronic book) |
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9780810887367 |
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0810887363 |
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