The Building Research Establishment Energy Assessment Manual (BREEAM) is the rating system used largely in Europe to assess the design, construction, and operation of sustainable buildings.
Provides information on passive building, materials, standards, and certification. Includes access to a free version of its WUFI® Passive Modeling software.
The WGBC is a global network of Green Building Councils in around 70 countries that are dedicated to reducing the carbon load of buildings through sustainable design.
Internet Resources on Green Building Design and Construction
These free publications provide a sensible approach to easily achieve advanced levels of energy savings without having to resort to detailed calculations or analysis.
This energy-positive Norwegian office building is designed to "generate more energy in its operational phase than it consumes through the production of building materials, construction, operation and disposal of the building."
The goal of 'Whole Building' Design is to create a successful high-performance building by applying an integrated design and team approach to the project during the planning and programming phases.