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Building Green in a Black and White World--Chapter 2

David Ritchey Johnston -- 1/1/1900

Index of Chapter 2: Building Green in a Black and White World

This chapter discusses processes and materials involved in green building. It also offers pros and cons regarding green alternatives in the context of conventional construction.

• What is Green Building Introduction

• Environmental Issues that Create the Market for Green Buildings - The green building market in its simplest form is based on four overarching categories:
  • Energy efficiency
  • Indoor air quality
  • Resource conservation
  • Water use

• The Effect of Building Green on the Construction Process - Green building starts from the beginning. More than just a building process, it is a thinking process. Site planning, design, construction, and materials must be reconsidered from a green perspective.
  • Site planning
  • Design & Construction
  • Materials

• Conclusion

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Building Green in a Black and White World
by David Robert Johnston

Also See:

I. What is Green Building Introduction

II. Environmental Issues that Create the Market for Green Buildings

• Energy efficiency
• Indoor air quality
• Resource conservation
• Water use

III. The Effect of Building Green on the Construction Process

• Site planning
• Design & Construction
• Materials

IV. Conclusion

V. Table of Contents

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