Material Efficiency of Building Construction

Better construction and use of buildings in the European Union would influence 42% of final energy consumption, about 35% of our greenhouse gas emissions and more than 50% of all extracted materials. It could also help to save up to 30% of water consumption. This paper outlines and draws conclusions...

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Main Authors: Antti Ruuska, Tarja Häkkinen
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2014-07-01
Series:Buildings
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2075-5309/4/3/266