2008 California Green Building Standards Code
2008 California Green Building Standards Code

Author: California Building Standards Commission

Publisher:

Published: 2009

Total Pages: 100

ISBN-13: 9781580017695

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The latest building standards must reflect the latest industry trends and technologies, and the California Green Building Standards Code, Title 24 Part 11 was designed to do exactly that. Part 11 of the 12-part California Code of Regulations, Title 24, this valuable resource offers your students the guidelines and regulations to keep up with the increasingly important trend of "going green". With coverage that ranges from energy efficiency to water efficiency and conservation, and from material conservation and resource efficiency to environmental quality and more, it will prove to be an indispensable tool for anyone in or entering the construction industry. Check out our app, DEWALT Mobile Pro(tm). This free app is a construction calculator with integrated reference materials and access to hundreds of additional calculations as add-ons. To learn more, visit dewalt.com/mobilepro.

California Green Building Standards Code
California Green Building Standards Code

Author: California Building Standards Commission

Publisher:

Published: 2010-05-15

Total Pages: 236

ISBN-13:

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The nation's first mandatory green building code is here - stay ahead of the game by knowing it! The California Green Building Standards Code (CGBSC), also referred to as CALGreen, contains regulations for energy efficiency, water efficiency and conservation, material conservation and resource efficiency, environmental quality, and more. It includes mandatory provisions for a variety of types of buildings, from commercial and low-rise residential to public schools. And the code's valuable appendices include voluntary provisions for all of these occupancies - and add hospitals. Logically organized with residential and non-residential provisions in separate chapters, the 2010 CA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE, TITLE 24 PART 11 is informative, thorough, and most of all, easy to use. Check out our app, DEWALT Mobile Pro(tm). This free app is a construction calculator with integrated reference materials and access to hundreds of additional calculations as add-ons. To learn more, visit dewalt.com/mobilepro.

The Greening of America's Building Codes
The Greening of America's Building Codes

Author: Aleksandra Jaeschke

Publisher: Chronicle Books

Published: 2022-12-20

Total Pages: 210

ISBN-13: 1648962106

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Environmental disasters and severe weather due to climate change, both triggered by human actions, have had an increasingly direct impact on our homes. But the way in which America builds its homes is part of the problem. This deeply researched history of sustainable design standards in building codes explores how public policy, standard-setting trade associations, and financial incentives influence the ways in which the construction of our homes impacts the environment. The Greening of America's Building Codes investigates the regulations and economic incentives meant to control the environmental impact of contemporary construction practices as it analyzes the history of residential building codes. The book exposes how the socioeconomic and political forces that influenced early building code development continue to define the character of current building codes and, by extension, determine how we regulate environmental impact and define sustainability today. More relevant than ever, The Greening of America's Building Codes is a valuable tool for architects, architecture students, builders, real estate developers, and homeowners who want to understand how public policy and their own day-to-day decisions impact the environment.

California Residential Code
California Residential Code

Author: International Code Council

Publisher:

Published: 2013-07

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781609834586

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"This document is Part 2.5 of 12 parts of the official triennial compilation and publication of the adoptions, amendments and repeal of administrative regulations to California Code of Regulations, Title 24, also referred to as the California Building Standards Code. This part is known as the California Residential Code"--Preface.

The Law of Green Buildings
The Law of Green Buildings

Author: J. Cullen Howe

Publisher: American Bar Association

Published: 2010

Total Pages: 438

ISBN-13: 9781616320140

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Examining the most important issues in achieving the goal of building more efficient and less damaging buildings, this book highlight the significant statutes and regulations as well as other legal issues that need to be considered when advising clients in the development, construction, financing, and leasing of a green building. Topics include federal incentive programs, financing, alternative energy, site selection, land use planning, green construction practices and materials, emerging legal issues, and the effects of climate change on planning and architectural design.

Fundamentals of Integrated Design for Sustainable Building
Fundamentals of Integrated Design for Sustainable Building

Author: Marian Keeler

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2016-04-08

Total Pages: 408

ISBN-13: 111888227X

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The Fully Updated, Indispensible Study of Sustainable Design Principles Fundamentals of Integrated Design for Sustainable Building is the first textbook to merge principles, theory, and practice into an integrated workflow. This book introduces the technologies and processes of sustainable design and shows how to incorporate sustainable concepts at every design stage. This comprehensive primer takes an active learning approach that keeps students engaged. This book dispenses essential information from practicing industry specialists to provide a comprehensive introduction to the future of design. This new second edition includes: Expansive knowledge—from history and philosophy to technology and practice Fully updated international codes, like the CAL code, and current legislations Up-to-date global practices, such as the tools used for Life-Cycle Assessment Thorough coverage of critical issues such as climate change, resiliency, health, and net zero energy building Extensive design problems, research exercise, study questions, team projects, and discussion questions that get students truly involved with the material Sustainable design is a responsible, forward-thinking method for building the best structure possible in the most efficient way. Conventional resources are depleting and building professionals are thinking farther ahead. This means that sustainable design will eventually be the new standard and everyone in the field must be familiar with the concepts to stay relevant. Fundamentals of Integrated Design for Sustainable Building is the ideal primer, with complete coverage of the most up to date information.

2013 California Mechanical Code
2013 California Mechanical Code

Author: International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials

Publisher:

Published: 2012

Total Pages: 504

ISBN-13:

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"This document is the 4th of 12 Parts of the official triennial compilation and publication of the adoptions, amendments and repeal of administrative regulations to California Code of Regulations, Title 24, also referred to as the California Building Standards Code. Part 4 is known as the California Mechanical Code and incorporates, by adoption, the 2012 edition of the Uniform Mechanical Code of the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials with the California amendments"--Preface.

The Green Building Revolution
The Green Building Revolution

Author: Jerry Yudelson

Publisher: Island Press

Published: 2010-04-16

Total Pages: 270

ISBN-13: 1597267635

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The “green building revolution’’ is happening right now. This book is its chronicle and its manifesto. Written by industry insider Jerry Yudelson, The Green Building Revolution introduces readers to the basics of green building and to the projects and people that are advancing this movement. With interviews and case studies, it does more than simply report on the revolution; it shows readers why and how to start thinking about designing, building, and operating high performance, environmentally aware (LEED-certified) buildings on conventional budgets. Evolving quietly for more than a decade, the green building movement has found its voice. Its principles of human-centered, environmentally sensitive development have reached a critical mass of architects, engineers, builders, developers, professionals in government, and consumers. Green buildings are showing us how we can have healthier indoor environments that use far less energy and water than conventional buildings do. The federal government, eighteen states, and nearly fifty U.S. cities already require new public buildings to meet “green” standards. According to Yudelson, this is just the beginning. The Green Building Revolution describes the many “revolutions” that are taking place today: in commercial buildings, schools, universities, public buildings, health care institutions, housing, property management, and neighborhood design. In a clear, highly readable style, Yudelson outlines the broader “journey to sustainability” influenced by the green building revolution and provides a solid business case for accelerating this trend. Illustrated with more than 50 photos, tables, and charts, and filled with timely information, The Green Building Revolution is the definitive description of a major movement that’s poised to transform our world.

National Electrical Code
National Electrical Code

Author: National Fire Protection Association

Publisher: NationalFireProtectionAssoc

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 14

ISBN-13: 0877657904

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Presents the latest electrical regulation code that is applicable for electrical wiring and equipment installation for all buildings, covering emergency situations, owner liability, and procedures for ensuring public and workplace safety.

The Codes Guidebook for Interiors
The Codes Guidebook for Interiors

Author: Katherine E. Kennon

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2018-01-02

Total Pages: 828

ISBN-13: 1119451132

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Interior codes and standards reference of choice for designers and architects, updated and revised Completely revised and updated, the seventh edition of The Codes Guidebook to Interiors is the only book devoted exclusively to codes that are applicable to interior designers. The guide features jargon-free explanations of all the codes and standards that are relevant to designers and architects, including performance codes, building and finish standards, energy codes, and ADA standards. In addition, the dozens of examples and a greatly enhanced with a set of illustrations, including floor plans, that clearly show how codes apply to real-world project. Written by Katherine E. Kennon (a professional architect and facilities planner) and Sharon Koomen Harmon (a professional interior designer and educator) are experts on interior design and architecture codes. Updated coverage contains the most recent ICC codes, including the International Building Code and new material on the ICC International Green Construction Code, as well as the NFPA's most recent Life code. The authors address a wide-variety of building and project types (large and small) and they offer information on single family homes and historical and existing buildings. The seventh edition includes: Easy-to-navigate format geared toward the code process as a whole A step-by-step guide through the codes relevant at each stage in the design process The newest changes to the ADA Standards and ICC/ASI accessibility requirements A companion site that offers interactive checklists, flashcards, PowerPoint lecture slides, and an Instructor's Manual Having all applicable codes in a single resource saves hours of research time, and can dramatically reduce the potential for costly planning oversights. Whether renovation or new construction, small or large, codes apply to every project. The Codes Guidebook for Interiors provides designers with the comprehensive information they need to stay up-to-date.