Sustainable Development Handbook, Second Edition
Author:   Stephen A. Roosa
Publisher:   Taylor & Francis Inc
Edition:   2nd edition
ISBN:  

9781439850480


Pages:   522
Publication Date:   17 August 2010
Format:   Hardback
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Sustainable Development Handbook, Second Edition


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Gaining momentum globally, sustainable development is beginning to significantly redefine the policies of corporations and governmental entities. Updated throughout, the second edition of this popular resource includes updates on LEED® measurement and verification and a new chapter on cities and carbon reduction. Clarifying critical issues, this volume examines proven approaches as well as problems with failed initiatives. It addition to core concepts and trends, it explores specific renewable energy and environmental solutions. It examines global initiatives, local politics, and ways to effectively measure and track progress.

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Author:   Stephen A. Roosa
Publisher:   Taylor & Francis Inc
Imprint:   Taylor & Francis Inc
Edition:   2nd edition
Dimensions:   Width: 15.20cm , Height: 3.60cm , Length: 22.90cm
Weight:   1.130kg
ISBN:  

9781439850480


ISBN 10:   1439850488
Pages:   522
Publication Date:   17 August 2010
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  College/higher education ,  Professional & Vocational ,  Tertiary & Higher Education
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print   Availability explained
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Table of Contents

What Is Sustainable Development? Sustainable Development: A New Social Concept. The Environment & Sustainable Development. Sustainable Buildings. Sustainable Energy Solutions. Corporate Sustainability Programs. Local Politics for Sustainable Development. How Sustainable Development Policies Affect Planning. Tracking Local Sustainable Development. Learning from Las Vegas. International Sustainability. What the Future Holds: Creating a Sustainable World. Bibliography, Appendices, Index.

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