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Ensuring functionality of a nearly zero-energy building with procurement methods
Mikko Kantola, Arto SaariThe purpose of this paper is to show the results of the task given by a major research program concerning low-energy building and indoor environment. The task was to develop…
Measuring carbon emission from energy consumption in a Hong Kong family
Jing Li, Yat Hung Chiang, Lu Zhou, Tracy N.Y. ChoiThis study aims to develop a prototype for measuring the carbon emissions arising from the utilization of electrical appliances in a typical Hong Kong family in Kowloon District…
Mitigating climate change in the building sector: Integrating the unique characteristics of built facilities with emissions trading schemes
Patrick T.I. Lam, Edwin H.W. Chan, Ann T.W. Yu, Wynn C.N. Cam, Jack S. YuThis paper aims to investigate how unique features of built facilities would affect the application of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions trading, and to explore what adaptive…
Green buildings for greying people: A case study of a retirement village in Australia
Jian Zuo, Bo Xia, Jake Barker, Martin SkitmoreThis paper aims to identify the critical issues to be considered by developers and practitioners when embarking on their first green residential retirement project in Australia…
How buildings learn: Adaptation of low grade commercial buildings for sustainability in Melbourne
Sara Jane WilkinsonThis paper aims to study the adaptation of low grade commercial buildings for sustainability in Melbourne. Informed adaptation of existing stock is imperative because the…
Energy saving via lighting study at US National Laboratories
Paulette R. Hebert, Mihyun Kang, Rebekah J. Thompsen– The purpose of this study was to examine lighting systems at 77 laboratories located within one building to save energy and associated costs.
Parameters contributing to occupants’ satisfaction: Green and conventional residential buildings
Agnieszka Zalejska-JonssonThe aims of this paper is to investigate the overall satisfaction of occupants of green and conventional residential buildings and their perception of indoor environment quality…
Sustainable cultures: Engaging employees in creating more sustainable workplaces and workstyles
Catherine Greene, Lottie Crumbleholme, Jeremy MyersonThis paper aims to describe a design research project which looked at how to support facility managers engage employees in behaviour change to create more environmentally…
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- Dr Joseph Lai
- Dr Sarel Lavy