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Adapting buildings and cities for climate change a 21st century survival guide

By: Contributor(s): Language: English Publication details: Oxford Architectural Press 2004Description: xiii, 363p. ill. 25cmISBN:
  • 0750659114
Subject(s): LOC classification:
  • 551.52
Summary: Discusses climate change in the context of the built environment, arguing that many modern buildings are not only unsustainable but are also having a disastrous impact on the global climate. Chapters discuss: general climate change issues; the evolution of buildings; risks, scenarios and insurance; rising temperatures; the effect of climate change on thermal comfort and health; rain levels; windstorms; sea level rises; vulnerability, exposure and migration; air conditioning; tall buildings; the fossil fuel crisis; fuel security; key players in the built environment; and possible solutions. References.
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Discusses climate change in the context of the built environment, arguing that many modern buildings are not only unsustainable but are also having a disastrous impact on the global climate. Chapters discuss: general climate change issues; the evolution of buildings; risks, scenarios and insurance; rising temperatures; the effect of climate change on thermal comfort and health; rain levels; windstorms; sea level rises; vulnerability, exposure and migration; air conditioning; tall buildings; the fossil fuel crisis; fuel security; key players in the built environment; and possible solutions. References.