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1 online resource |
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text txt rdacontent |
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computer c rdamedia |
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online resource cr rdacarrier |
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Woodhead Publishing series in civil and structural engineering |
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Woodhead Publishing series in civil and structural engineering.
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| Note |
Includes index. |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Contents |
1. Introduction to cost-effective energy efficient building retrofitting PART ONE Materials and Technologies -- 2. Selection of thermal insulation materials for cost-effective energy efficient retrofitting -- 3. Phase change materials for cost-effective energy efficient retrofitting -- 4. Reflective materials for cost-effective energy efficient retrofitting -- 5. Solar collectors for cost-effective energy efficient retrofitting -- 6. Building integrated photovoltaics (BIPV) for cost-effective energy efficient retrofitting. PART TWO Optimization -- 7. Measuring and verification models for cost-effective energy efficient retrofitting -- 8. A cost-effective human based energy retrofitting approach -- 9. Smart energy systems for cost effective energy efficient retrofitting -- 10. Smart heating systems for cost-effective retrofitting -- 11. Artificial neural networks for predicting the energy behavior of a building category: a powerful tool for cost-optimal analysis. PART THREE Case Studies -- 12. Cost-effective retrofitting of Swedish buildings -- 13. Cost-effective solutions for retrofitting of Finish buildings -- 14. Cost-effectiveness retrofitting of Russian districts -- 15. Cost-effectiveness of energy building performance in Estonian Buildings -- 16. Cost-effective energy retrofitting of prefabricated buildings in Serbia -- 17. Cost-effective renovation of school buildings in the Alps -- 18. Cost-effective energy retrofitting of buildings in Spain -- 19. Cost-effective refurbishment of Italian historic buildings. |
| Summary |
Cost-Effective Energy Efficient Building Retrofitting:Materials, Technologies, Optimization and Case Studies provides essential knowledge for civil engineers, architects, and other professionals working in the field of cost-effective energy efficient building retrofitting. The building sector is responsible for high energy consumption and its global demand is expected to grow as each day there are approximately 200,000 new inhabitants on planet Earth. The majority of electric energy will continue to be generated from the combustion of fossil fuels releasing not only carbon dioxide, but also methane and nitrous oxide. Energy efficiency measures are therefore crucial to reduce greenhouse gas emissions of the building sector. Energy efficient building retrofitting needs to not only be technically feasible, but also economically viable. New building materials and advanced technologies already exist, but the knowledge to integrate all active components is still scarce and far from being widespread among building industry stakeholders. Emphasizes cost-effective methods for the refurbishment of existing buildings, presenting state-of-the-art technologies Includes detailed case studies that explain various methods and Net Zero Energy Explains optimal analysis and prioritization of cost effective strategies. |
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Buildings -- Retrofitting.
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Architecture and energy conservation.
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Constructions -- Amélioration.
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Architecture et économies d'énergie.
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retrofitting.
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energy efficient buildings.
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HOUSE & HOME -- Remodeling & Renovation.
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Architecture and energy conservation
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Buildings -- Retrofitting
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| Added Author |
Torgal, Fernando Pacheco, editor.
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Granqvist, Claes Goeran, editor.
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Jelle, Bjrn Peter, editor.
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Vanoli, Giuseppe Peter, editor.
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| Other Form: |
Print version : 9780081011287 |
| ISBN |
9780081012277 (electronic bk.) |
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0081012276 (electronic bk.) |
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9780081011287 |
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0081011288 |
| Standard No. |
AU@ 000061154970 |
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CHBIS 011069590 |
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CHNEW 001014076 |
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CHVBK 499791177 |
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GBVCP 879422203 |
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GBVCP 897159101 |
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UKMGB 018177812 |
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