The Concrete Centre has a wealth of guidance that can inform the design of low energy buildings:
For housing there is also:
Also explore the links in this section for more information on embodied CO2 and operational/embodied CO2 for housing and structural frames.
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This guide focuses on concrete and masonry housing, and presents requirements for Part L1A of the Building Regulations.
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Gives likely structural options for a concrete frame, with useful points to note - written by engineers for engineers.
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This guide sets out how concrete's attributes can be used to minimise CO2 emissions.
£55.00 + VAT
This publication assists engineers in understanding the common challenges of building tall.
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An all-you-need-to-know guide on the specification of sustainable concrete.
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This publication seeks to provide information for structural engineers who are designing tall buildings in concrete.
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This document provides information on the material and resource efficiency of concrete and masonry.
£24.95
The buildings from 70 years of Concrete Quarterly.
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This guide focuses on the use of concrete at Coin Street Neighbourhood Centre and its part in creating a low energy building.
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A magazine to celebrate 10 years of the concrete industry sustainable construction strategy.