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.
Free
An all-you-need-to-know guide on the specification of sustainable concrete.
£24.95
The buildings from 70 years of Concrete Quarterly.
Free
This publication seeks to provide information for structural engineers who are designing tall buildings in concrete.
£55.00 + VAT
This publication assists engineers in understanding the common challenges of building tall.
Free
A magazine to celebrate 10 years of the concrete industry sustainable construction strategy.
Free
Gives likely structural options for a concrete frame, with useful points to note - written by engineers for engineers.
Free
This publication widens the understanding of post-tensioned floor construction and illustrates the considerable benefits.
Free
Concrete's ability to provide passive cooling is widely applied in both new and refurbished buildings; this guide explains thermal mass and its advantages.
Free
This document provides information on the material and resource efficiency of concrete and masonry.