Thesis
Toward sustainable building: green building design and integration in the built environment
Washington State University
Master of Science (MS), Washington State University
2007
Handle:
https://hdl.handle.net/2376/103280
Abstract
Sustainability is a multifaceted concept that encompasses the human, social, economic and environmental aspects of our society. It has led to the emergence of a larger concept of sustainable development. By definition it can be described as meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations in meeting their own needs. One of the major business enterprises where sustainable development is occurring is in the construction industry, which has caused the emergence of sustainable building, or green building. This represents a great opportunity to design buildings that are resource efficient use less energy, curb wasteful practices from construction, and provide healthier environments for occupants. Green building development involves an integrated approach where building professionals collaborate closely on achieving sustainable goals and better efficiency in building projects. This new industry is expanding through the support of various organizations like the U.S. Green Building Council, as well as public institutions and city governments that are requiring certain green standards in new construction of public facilities. Research shows that green building is a growing industry locally and across Washington State. Initial first costs can be higher, but the payback can be quick through energy savings and productivity gains. The result is significant savings for building owners over the life of the building. The emergence of sustainable building, or green building, has brought about an awareness of what the building industry can do to curb high energy use, minimize waste, and create environments that are healthy and productive.
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Details
- Title
- Toward sustainable building
- Creators
- Vince Feltes
- Contributors
- Hal Rumsey (Degree Supervisor)
- Awarding Institution
- Washington State University
- Academic Unit
- Design and Construction, School of
- Theses and Dissertations
- Master of Science (MS), Washington State University
- Publisher
- Washington State University; Pullman, Wash. :
- Identifiers
- 99900525133501842
- Language
- English
- Resource Type
- Thesis