Global Sustainable Communities Handbook

is a guide for understanding and complying with the various international codes, methods, and legal hurtles surrounding the creation of sustainable communities all over the world. The book provides an introduction to sustainable development, technology and infrastructure outlines, codes, standards, and guidelines written by experts from across the globe.

Includes methods for the green use of natural resources in built communities

Clearly explains the most cutting edge green technologies

Provides a common approach to building green communities

Covers green practices from architecture to construction