Thsi book covers the principles of designing energy efficient housing. Chapters cover: Planning - site layout, orientation and internal layout Building envelope - thermal aspects Ventilation and infiltration Fuels and services - choices Timber frame and solar heating Condensation control Energy Matrix and design chekclist User operation manual.
A report presenting interim results from a research project to demonstrate how the environmental impact of the storage and distribution of wood products can be minimised through better supply chain management. It examines supply chains in the timber industry, drawing on experience from other industries and national statistics relating to transport and environmental issues. Detailed case studies from 18 companies representing all levels in the timber supply chain are included in Appendix 2.
Examines ways to improve the competitiveness of the UK sawmilling and manufacturing industry in construction markets. With emphasis on the market for timber frame construction amongst Housing Associations, the report also examines other potential outlets for UK solid wood and recommends an Action Plan for the industry.
Publisher: CEI-Bois Publication date: 2006 Format: HTML Document
The purpose of this book is to set out the environmental arguements for using wood as one way of reducing climate change, at the same time as putting the industry's economic contrubution in context.
Publisher: McMillan-Scott plc Publication date: 2000 Format: HTML Document
Sustainable development incorporates not only environmental concerns but should also take into consideration the social and economic aspects of society. This article focuses on life cycle assessment and environmental profiling of materials, especially timber.
