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Roadmap to Net-Zero Building Construction: Cutting-Edge Developments and Practical Strategies
Roadmap to Net-Zero Building Construction: Cutting-Edge Developments and Practical Strategies
Roadmap to Net Zero Construction” provides an essential investigation of the rapidly evolving construction practices within our world and around us. The focus of the book is the necessary transformation to NetZero construction — reinforcing that buildings must become carbon neutral or have zero carbon emissions and no net depletion of natural resources to effectively tackle climate change.
In the past decade, there has been a growing push to reduce global carbon footprints and increase socially responsible standards on construction projects. This sector is a major producer of greenhouse gas emissions and thus an important component to achieving global sustainability objectives. The textbook is intelligently designed to assist students and teachers by catering to their need for deeper understanding along with practical aspects in this area. The book, which serves as a framework and guide for industry practitioners, policymakers, researchers and anyone focused on establishing a more sustainable built environment presents the following: Thorough investigation into sustainable materials, energy-efficient design concepts, and approaches to regulation as well as real-world case studies. "Roadmap to NetZero Construction" empowers readers with the know-how needed for a multi-faceted understanding of how best one can involve themselves in shaping our building practices towards more ecological and resilient futures.
The topics covered are outlined in Part I and Part II, but are not limited to these sections.
Part-I: NET ZERO CONSTRUCTION
What is Net Zero Construction?
Environmental Challenges in the Construction Industry
An Overview of Guidelines and Standards for Net Zero Construction
Policy, Regulation, and Sustainable Design in Green Construction
Affordable Housing and Green Certification
Part-II: SUSTAINABLE MATERIALS AND WASTE REDUCTION
Low-Impact Building Materials
Reduction of Carbon Footprint of Materials through Local Sourcing
Minimizing Construction Waste through Careful Planning
Sorting and Recycling Construction Waste On-Site
Composting Organic Waste from Construction
Deconstruction Instead of Demolition
Part-III: INNOVATIVE STRATEGIES FOR SUSTAINABLE CONST.
Energy-Efficient Windows, Doors and Appliances
Energy Optimization: Implementing Smart Building Systems
On-Site Energy Generation: Solar Panels and Wind Turbines
Educating Builders and Homeowners on Water Conservation Practices
Role of BIM and Digital Twins in Sustainable Construction
Role of Artificial Intelligence to Attain Net-Zero Buildings
Data-Driven Construction Methods
Adaptations in the Context of Climate Change
Part-IV: SUSTAINABLE SITE PRACTICES
Reducing Site Disturbance and Protecting Natural Habitats
Managing Construction Runoff with Permeable Surfaces and Bioswales
Promoting Green Roof and Green Wall Installations
Use of Site-Specific Climate-Responsive Landscaping
Part-V: CARBON TRACKING
Life Cycle Assessments to Determine Embodied Carbon
Investing in Software for Carbon Accounting and Reporting
Setting Carbon Reduction Targets and Regularly Monitoring Progress
Offsetting Remaining Emissions through Verified Carbon Offset Programs