A Comprehensive Approach to the Design of Sustainable Buildings

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Focusing on the socio-technical aspects of energy saving and carbon dioxide reduction in building lifecycles, the book highlights the differing priorities of key stakeholders—designers, clients, occupants, and legislators—during the operational phase of university student housing. It concludes that achieving consensus on sustainability among these groups is unlikely soon and proposes a communication platform to enhance knowledge transfer. The study also critiques current education in sustainable development for neglecting the complexities of adapting to climate change, despite students' awareness of sustainability principles.