Sustainable building

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On-site power supply

By Alide Elkink 1 December 2009, Build 115

On-site power generation using renewable sources of energy such as wind, sun and water can be a viable alternative means of providing power that benefits both the owner and the environment.

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Rainwater tanks

By Des Molloy 1 December 2009, Build 115

With increasing pressure on local authority water supply infrastructure, it makes sense to look at ways to collect and reuse this precious resource.

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Sustainable projects take multiple awards

1 December 2009, Build 115, Feature article

How is sustainability being included in new buildings? From a warm ‘fridge house’ to ground-breaking Green Star buildings, sustainable design has dominated the regional winners of the 2009 New Zealand Architecture Awards.

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Optimise operation to reduce impact

By Nick Collins 1 December 2009, Build 115, Feature article

A recent Beacon Pathway study undertaken by scion has found the biggest opportunity to reduce the environmental impacts of new homes is by addressing the operation of the house with good design and appropriate material choice.

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