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Improving Air Quality in Urban Environments

Guidance for the Construction Industry (BR 474)

By Vina Kukadia

Published November 23rd 2004 by IHS BRE Press – 52 pages

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Description

This is a practical introduction to an issue that is all too often overlooked in new building and refurbishment projects. Focusing on outdoor pollution and sustainability, it provides guidance on how to address air quality issues during the building design and construction process.

Contents

PART 1: Air quality issues. 1. Air pollution. PART 2: Involving the industry. 2. Improving the design and construction process. Part 3: Guidelines and information. 3. Outdoor air quality standards. 4. Undertaking an air quality assessment. 5. Pollution dispersion: the impact of urban layout and building form. 6. Ventilation of buildings. 7. Reducing pollution from construction and demolition. References and further information

Author Bio

BRE, UK; Envirobods Ltd, UK

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  1. Pollution

Name: Improving Air Quality in Urban Environments: Guidance for the Construction Industry (BR 474) (Paperback) – IHS BRE Press 
Description: By Vina Kukadia. This is a practical introduction to an issue that is all too often overlooked in new building and refurbishment projects. Focusing on outdoor pollution and sustainability, it provides guidance on how to address air quality issues during the building...
Categories: Pollution