What distinguishes a building as a high-performance structure? The design of a high-performance building (HPB) aims to achieve exceptional resource efficiency while ensuring a healthy and comfortable environment for its…
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What is sustainable building?
The planning, design, construction, and operation of buildings and communities have a significant direct and indirect impact on our environment. In addition to consuming resources like labour, energy, and raw…
Sustainable Engineering
The emphasis on sustainable development and sustainable lifestyles as an all-embracing philosophy is increasing. Civil engineering professionals have to adopt a broader view of what constitutes sustainability and adapt their…