Hydraulic neutrality
With urban densification putting a strain on infrastructure services, some councils now require stormwater to be dealt with in situ, easing the strain on public systems.
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By Alide Elkink – 1 April 2019, Build 171
With urban densification putting a strain on infrastructure services, some councils now require stormwater to be dealt with in situ, easing the strain on public systems.
By Dael Climo – 1 April 2022, Build 189, Feature article
The shortage of adequate housing is a global problem – one likely to be exacerbated as governments struggle to deal with the added impacts of climate change. Some global success stories show that targeted intervention, good planning laws and a humanistic approach will help.
By Eddie Bruce – 1 February 2009, Build 110
Designers must comply with New Zealand Building Code Clause H1 Energy efficiency for repairs/replacement, alterations and additions. But, as many are asking, where do you start?
By Sunil Bura, Mike Duke, Tim Anderson and Mark Lay – 1 April 2008, Build 105
A new solar collector system, being developed at the University of Waikato, integrates neatly into standard roofing iron and can generate both electricity and heat.