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Key concepts in sustainability

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  • The importance of sustainability

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    • Introduction
    • Climate change
  • Sustainability drivers

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    • Legislation and standards
    • Climate Change Act 2008
    • Energy Act 2011
    • CRC Energy Efficiency Scheme
    • Building Regulations
    • Business case
    • Financial incentives
  • Putting it into practice

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    • Heat and power
    • Cooling
    • Re-use and recycling
  • Costs
  • Practical examples

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    • BedZED Development, Wallington, Surrey
    • Beaufort Court, Kings Langley, Hertfordshire
    • Marsh Leys, Bedford
    • Nobel House, Smith Square, Westminster, London
  • Existing assessment tools

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    • BREEAM
    • Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED)
    • Withdrawal of the Code for Sustainable Homes
    • Energy Performance Certificates
    • Display Energy Certificates
    • Feed-in tariffs
    • Ska Rating
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