My Account
Log in Registration
All
Cart
Highlights
Fiction Books
Non-Fiction Books
Children's Books
Rare Books
Music
DVD & Blu-Ray
Video Games
Category
Wishlists
Cart
All
Free US shipping over $10
Trustpilot
Proud to be B-Corp

The ZEDbook Bill Dunster (Bill Dunster Architects, UK)

The ZEDbook By Bill Dunster (Bill Dunster Architects, UK)

The ZEDbook by Bill Dunster (Bill Dunster Architects, UK)

Reviews:
$10.00
Condition - Very Good
Only 1 left
Very Good

Summary

Explains the principles behind Zero (fossil) Energy Development, and includes methods and case studies to illustrate the application of ZED standards in construction.

The ZEDbook Summary

The ZEDbook: Solutions for a Shrinking World by Bill Dunster (Bill Dunster Architects, UK)

Though few now doubt the severity of the environmental problems faced by humanity there is still resistance from businesses, developers, architects, planners and government when it comes to making the step changes necessary to make our lifestyles sustainable.

Based on the experience gained from their involvement in the pioneering Beddington Zero Emission Development (or BedZED) in London, and subsequent innovative schemes, The ZEDbook authors present a bold, coherent and refreshing vision of a low carbon future.

In three comprehensive sections, The ZEDbook leads the reader from basic ZEDliving principles through building physics and architectural design details to a carefully selected array of informative case studies.

The ZEDbook is a must-have purchase for anyone wanting to make communities and the built environment more sustainable.

The ZEDbook Reviews

A remarkable achievement, both for the initiative it documents - probably the most comprehensive sustainable building system in the UK - and for being a reference manual as at home on the coffee table as it is on the study shelf. Ecologist, April 2008

This book is at once an instrumental manual and a testament; a roadmap to future success, but also, crucially, a laudable record of what has already been achieved. Ecologist, April 2008

About Bill Dunster (Bill Dunster Architects, UK)

Bill Dunster formed Bill Dunster architects in 1998. In 2002 he completed the award winning BedZED (Beddington Zero Energy Development), the UK's largest carbon neutral eco-community. The architectural practice now has its own range of low carbon construction products - ZEDfabric - and has recently launched the RuralZED zero carbon self build house kit.

Craig Simmons is the co-founder and Technical Director of Best Foot Forward, one of Europe's leading environmental consultancies. In 2005 the company was awarded a Queen's Award for sustainability development. In 2000, Craig co-authored Sharing Nature's Interest - the definitive book on ecological footprinting - and currently sits on the standards committee of the Global Footprint Network.

Bobby Gilbert is a mathematician and chartered engineer with 20 years' experience in designing simulation and monitoring systems. He runs his own building physics consultancy and software development business which recently launched 'Carbon Mixer', a software tool already adopted by many local authorities and consultants. Bobby also teaches building physics and simulation on post-graduate courses.

Table of Contents

Foreword. Introduction Part 1: Principles for ZEDliving 1.1 Make Carbon History 1.2 Design Out Fossil Fuels 1.3 Reduce Demand - Run On Native Renewables 1.4 Enable a High Quality of Life on a LOW Footprint 1.5 The ZEDstandards: A Checklist for ZEDliving Part 2: Designing ZEDs 2.1 A Guide to ZEDstandards 2.2 The ZEDphysics Model 2.3 Characterising a Development for Energy Use and Carbon Emissions 2.4 Characterising a Development for Comfort 2.5 The Effect of Climate 2.6 Building and Upgrading Houses to Zero Carbon Standards 2.7 Achieving Zero Carbon Emissions on a Large Development 2.8 Building Fabric and Insulation 2.9 ZEDfactory Wind Cowl Passive Heat Recovery Ventilation System 2.10 Passive Solar Design 2.11 Thermal Mass 2.12 Overheating Risk Assessment 2.13 Low and Zero Carbon Heating and Hot Water 2.14 Low Energy Air-Conditioning, Dehumidification and Cooling 2.15 Providing a Renewable eEectricity Supply Part 3: Case Studies RuralZED. SuburbanZED. Live/WorkZED. UrbanZED. CityZED. ZEDquarter

Additional information

GOR006230065
9780415391993
0415391997
The ZEDbook: Solutions for a Shrinking World by Bill Dunster (Bill Dunster Architects, UK)
Bill Dunster (Bill Dunster Architects, UK)
Used - Very Good
Paperback
Taylor & Francis Ltd
20071213
276
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

Customer Reviews - The ZEDbook