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Report BR 506 Smart home systems and the Code for sustainable homes
Publication Year
2009
Document Status
Current
Abstract
Identifies the role that smart home systems could play in achieving the performance levels set out in the Code for Sustainable Homes, as well as in contributing to economic and social sustainability. Discusses the Code’s requirements, provides evidence linking integrated technologies to environmental and sustainability benefits such as reducing energy and water consumption, and includes case studies of smart home installations and their benefits.
Author
Nicholl, A. and Perry, M.
ISBN
9781848061125
Publisher Information
BRE
BRE is a building science centre that generates new knowledge through research. This is used to create products, tools and standards that drive positive change across the built environment. BRE helps its government and private sector clients meet the significant environmental, social and economic challenges they face in delivering homes, buildings and communities. BRE is owned by the BRE Trust, a registered charity. The Trust uses the profits made by the BRE companies to fund research and education that advances knowledge of the built environment.
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