Clarke Sustainable Buildings for Sustainable Behaviour: Theory and Practice

1. Auflage 2025
ISBN: 978-3-031-98905-6
Verlag: Springer International Publishing
Format: PDF
Kopierschutz: 1 - PDF Watermark

E-Book, Englisch, 257 Seiten

Reihe: Engineering

This book is about where theory meets practice in the realm of sustainable architecture. The book reveals how to create buildings that not only minimize environmental impact but also help shape sustainable behaviour.

Including a literature review, comprehensive online surveys, and analysis of real projects, the book presents a narrative that blends theory with tangible examples. It includes illustrated case studies that breathe life into five exemplary sustainable buildings, showcasing their impact.

The book demonstrates the potential of architecture to realise a sustainable future. It shows how construction can help build a more sustainable world.

Zielgruppe

Research

Autoren/Hrsg.

Clarke, John Lester

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Chapter 1: Introduction and Methodology.- Chapter 2: Defining the Need for Sustainable Buildings.- Chapter 3: Linking Human Behaviour, Sustainability and Buildings.- Chapter 4: Building Lifecycles and Behavioural Change.- Chapter 5: The Case Study Buildings.- Chapter 6: Findings from Online Case Study Survey.- Chapter 7: Findings from Case Study Interviews.- Chapter 8: Discussion of Findings.- Chapter 9: Conclusions and Recommendations.

Über Autor(innen)

Dr. John Clarke has an extensive background as a building surveyor in both the public and private sectors, with a particular focus on low environmental impact buildings. His expertise spans across various projects in the UK and overseas. Inaddition to his practical experience, Dr. Clarke has shared his knowledge by teaching a diverse range of built environment subjects at schools, colleges, and universities.

Dr. Clarke's has engaged in research roles at multiple academic institutions, reflecting his commitment to furthering the field's understanding of sustainable development. His primary interests encompass the economic, social, and environmental dimensions of sustainability within the built environment.

Dr. Clarke's has an Honours Degree in Building Surveying, a Masters' Degree in Renewable Energy & Architecture, and a Postgraduate Certificate in Education. Notably, he completed his doctoral studies in 2013, earning a PhD titled 'Sustainable Buildings: Sustainable Behaviour?'. This doctoral work delved into the intricate relationships between sustainable buildings and their influence on construction practices and stakeholder behaviors, encompassing design, construction, operation, and use.

Beyond research, Dr. Clarke has applied his expertise as a postdoctoral researcher, focusing on retrofit and low carbon technology solutions to combat climate change. His contribution as a home energy consultant for a major housing association further underscores his dedication to energy efficiency and reducing fuel poverty.