October 5, 2007—A new book, the Sustainable Development Handbook, is now available from iGreenBuild.com, an online resource for news about eco-friendly design and construction.
According to the site, sustainable development is a concept that incorporates energy, urban management, environmental objectives, policy integration, and the idea that effective solutions can be achieved in a cooperative manner with concerted effort.
The book’s goal is to clarify critical issues, proven approaches and potential pitfalls associated with such initiatives, while covering underlying concepts, renewable energy solutions, environmental issues, green design and LEED programs, sustainable industrial processes, sustainable development policy considerations, local government programs, corporate programs, tracking results, and future trends.
The 455-page hardcover book costs $115. For more information, or to purchase the book, see the Web site.
