Year: 2009
Author: Gevorkian Peter
Genre: Building Design
Publisher: The McGraw-Hill Companies
Series: GreenSource
ISBN: 978-0-07-162524-1
Language: English
Format: PDF
Number of pages: 545

A comprehensive reference for architects and engineers, this GreenSource book provides practical design and installation guidelines for some of the most commercially viable alternative energy technologies. Construction materials, system deployment, typical installations, and environmental impact are covered.Alternative Energy Systems in Building Design includes information on LEED design, energy conservation, and solar power financing and return on investment. Power purchase agreements (PPAs) and national and international carbon cap and trade are also discussed. Valuable appendices contain detailed design data tables and certified equipment listings.

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