Global warming and offices
Series: Building ; 5 September 2003, 11(1)Publication details: 2003Subject(s): Summary: Experts have warned that global warming could make nearly three quarters of commercial buildings unusable by the year 2030. This is because around 70% of buildings are naturally ventilated and they become very uncomfortable in the summer. These warnings have a consequence for lightweight construction methods as the heavier building materials make the buildings more efficient at absorbing heat during the day to keep a building cool.| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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| News article | London News article | WB3934-01 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 123533-1001 |
Experts have warned that global warming could make nearly three quarters of commercial buildings unusable by the year 2030. This is because around 70% of buildings are naturally ventilated and they become very uncomfortable in the summer. These warnings have a consequence for lightweight construction methods as the heavier building materials make the buildings more efficient at absorbing heat during the day to keep a building cool.