Green from the Ground Up

Don’t miss out! Green construction is the building trend of the decade. Here you’ll find down-to-earth explanations of green building basics and move on to site planning, materials selection, energy efficiency and indoor air quality. Green from the Ground Up is also a great resource for homeowners who want thorough green building information. 336 pp.

Table of Contents:

• 1 Green Building Basics
• 2 The House as a System
• 3 Planning and Design
• 4 Foundations
• 5 Framing
• 6 Roofs and Attics
• 7 Windows and Doors
• 8 Plumbing
• 9 Heating, Ventilation, and Air-Conditioning
• 10 Electrical
• 11 Insulation
• 12 Siding and Decking
• 13 Solar Energy
• 14 Indoor Air Quality
• 15 Interior Finishes
• 16 Landscaping