The new size zero

Drerup, Oliver

The new size zero - 2008 - Building Engineer 83(1) January 2008, 18-19(2) .

Compares and contrasts the UK and Canada's different approaches to delivering energy efficient housing. While Canada adopted a gradual grass routes approach to increase the level of technical debate among key industry players, the UK's "Code for Sustainable Homes" (CSH) was a more top-down approach. Looks at the CSH's limited requirements on air permeability and highlights the advantages of Canada's Super E standard and house programme.


DCLG CODE FOR SUSTAINABLE HOMES
SUPER E


United Kingdom--
Canada