The guides have been developed in collaboration with: AIA, IES, USGBC and the DOE.
The ASHRAE Advanced Energy Design Guides (AEDG) are a series of publications designed to provide recommendations for achieving energy savings over the minimum code requirements of ANSI/ASHRAE/IESNA Standard 90.1-1999.
American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers
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Joseph F. Kennedy (Editor), Albert Bates, Catherine Wanek (Editor), Michael Smith
A comprehensive introduction to the natural building field for architects and designers who wish to build beautiful, low-cost, and environmentally-sensible structures.
New Society Publishers
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Sim Van der Ryn; Stuart Cowan
Ecological Design describes how making natural systems the basis for design makes more efficient, less toxic, healthier, and more sustainable buildings, landscapes, cities, and technologies.
Island Press
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BuildingGreen Inc.
Environmental Building News includes in-depth feature articles, product reviews, and news on all aspects of environmentally responsible design and construction.
BuildingGreen Inc.
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Natural Resources Defense Council
Natural Resources Defense Council report includes product listings and contact information useful to building industry professionals and others interested in "green" architecture and design.
Natural Resources Defense Council
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John Tillman Lyle
A practical guide to the theory, design, and construction of regenerative systems as the building blocks of a sustainable culture
Wiley Publishing, Inc.
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Austin Energy Green Building™
Austin Energy Green Building's™ Sourcebook contains information relevant to the Austin area, such as regulatory issues, climate, installation guidelines, and sources of assistance. It also provides pertinent information on various aspects of sustainable building strategies and possible implementation issues that may be found in less familiar approaches to building.
City of Austin, Planning, Environmental & Conservation Services Department
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David Pearson
This completely revised and redesigned edition of the bestselling Natural House Book brings you hundreds of practical energy- and money-saving ideas to enhance your home, your environment, and your well-being.
Simon & Schuster Adult Publishing Group
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Pat Borer; Cindy Harris
Whether you're renovating an existing building, adding an extension, or designing your dream home from scratch, The Whole House Book sets out the ecological options open to you
Centre for Alternative Technology
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Alex Wilson
Your Green Home discuses overall environmental performance of new houses, and covers many issues throughout the project: where to build, energy-efficient design, renewable energy opportunities, material selection and more.
New Society Publishers (NSP)
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