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Briefing: Sustainable construction through improved information flows.

Authors :
Taylor, Becci
Wilkie, Peter
Source :
Proceedings of the Institution of Civil Engineers: Engineering Sustainability. Dec2008, Vol. 161 Issue 4, p197-201. 5p.
Publication Year :
2008

Abstract

The article informs on a research paper that studies the scope of constructing sustainable building in Great Britain. The various advantages of sustainable development includes, utilization of fewer nonrenewable resources, improved living and work environment and the increased life of the buildings. It is informed that sustainable buildings amount to lesser operating and building costs. Also discussed is the involvement of the government and society in encouraging sustainable development.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
14784629
Volume :
161
Issue :
4
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Proceedings of the Institution of Civil Engineers: Engineering Sustainability
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
73496870
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1680/ensu.2008.161.4.197