The Importance of Greenery in Sustainable Buildings (Innovative Renewable Energy)

This book covers the important aspects of greenery in buildings, both in the landscape and within buildings, examining how greenery improves comfort and appeal in sustainable buildings. The book is part of the World Renewable Energy Network's drive to encourage architects and builders to use greenery as much as possible in their design to reduce energy consumption and provide a pleasant appearance and pleasing aspect to their buildings. It shows and demonstrates how widespread the use of greenery is in buildings, and the books 17 chapters were chosen from 12 different countries representing a truly global look at the use and benefit of using greenery in buildings. This book is aimed at architects, building construction authorities, urban planners, and policy makers to encourage the use of greenery in their future buildings and explain why it is important to do so. Presents leading-edge research in green building, sustainable architecture, and renewable energy; Covers a broad range of global approaches to the use of greenery in sustainable building design; Contains case studies and examples to enhance practical application of subjects presented Introduction Contents The Added Value of Greenery for Sustainable Building: The Perspective from the Netherlands Introduction The Added Value of Greenery: An Integrated Characterization Framework Green and Cool Roof Vertical Greening Systems Occupants’ Satisfaction Financial Benefits of Green Building Water Efficiency Summary of the Benefits of Greenery Examples of Greenery in Sustainable Buildings in the Netherlands Green House Technology Lumen: Wageningen—1998 Villa Flora: Venlo—2011 Hogeschool Dronten: Dronten—2012 Green Walls SportPlaza Mercator: Amsterdam—2006 City Hall: Venlo—2017 Green Roofs Library Technical University of Delft: Delft—1997 Urban Rooftop Farms Dakakker: Rotterdam—2017 Hotel Roof Garden: Zoku, Amsterdam—2016 Roof Park Vierhavenstrip: Rotterdam—2011 Discussion and Conclusion References Green Dreams: Regenerating Cities Through Nature Land Consumption and Climate Change Urban Regeneration and the Renaturalisation of Farmland Urban Farming: A Brief Historical Overview Development Strategies Principles and Objectives Two Examples of Urban Regeneration Tied to Agriculture Conclusions References Greening the Urban Environment: An Integrated Approach to Planning Sustainable Cities—The Case of Greater Cairo Introduction Sustainable Green Cities Benefits of Sustainable Green Cities Sustainable Green City Strategies Integrated Urban Development Sustainable Land-Use Planning Sustainable Building Practices Sustainable Mobility and Transport Greening the Urban Environment Green Infrastructure Energy Conservation and Renewable Energy Water and Waste Management and Recycling Resilient Strategies Greenways: An Approach to Planning Sustainable Green Cities Typologies of Greenways Scale Based Function Based Guiding Principles Global Exemplars and Best Practices East Coast Greenway Overview Best Practices The Sauvegarde/Puurs/Baasrode Greenway, Belgium Overview Best Practices Radnor Trail, Pennsylvania, USA Overview Best Practices Greenway Planning in the MENA Region The Greater Cairo Region (GCR): A Case Study Greening the Greater Cairo Region (GCR) Proposed Strategy The Greenway Master Plan Implementation Challenges Challenges in the Planning Process Challenges in the Implementation and Execution Process Conclusion and Recommendation References Urban Vegetation and Microclimatic Comfort in Warm Climates Introduction Contemporary Overview Theme and Problems Passive Cooling and Microclimatic Effects of Trees Energy Savings by Tree Planting Sociological Benefits Physiologic Characteristics of Trees Case Studies with Special Reference to the Mango Tree: Mango Tree Description Vegetation Typology Experiment Different One Tree Site Experiment Peak Time Experiments Horizontal Measurements of Tree Canopy Shade Vertical Measurements of Tree Canopy Tree Canopy Maturity Studies Different Species Conclusions Final Comments: Environmental Discourse References From Vernacular to Sustainable Contemporary Architecture: Urban Green and Patios High Efficiency and Complex Features of Greenery From the Hanging Gardens of Babylon to the Oasis City of Mendoza Urban Green: Above and Below the Tree Canopy Patios: Private and Public Greenery Conclusions: Greenery in Sustainable Contemporary Architecture References Rooftop Greenhouses: Smart and Inclusive Design Introduction Agriculture in the City Edible Roof Integrated Rooftop Greenhouse Edible Roofs and Nature-Inclusive Design Study Cases LAVA Designs Zero-Carbon ‘LIFE Hamburg’ with Waterholes and an Edible Roof Greenhouse Research Center ICTA-ICP UAB/H Arquitectes + DATAAE—Cerdanyola, Spain, 2014 (Figs. 30 and 31) Lufa Farms, Montreal, Quebec Viparis Project: Rooftop Farm Greenhouse in Paris, France Vertical Farming Project in Romainville District, Paris (Fig. 41) Conclusions References Urban Green Coverage: Importance of Green Roofs and Urban Farming Policies in Enhancing Liveability in Buildings and Cities—Global and Regional Outlook Introduction Policies and Laws Governing the Design and Implementation of Green Roofs Incentives’ Policies Examples’ Policies Participation Policies Activation Policies Policies and Legislation Governing Green Roofs Internationally Policies Governing Green Roofs in European Countries Policies Regulating Green Roofs in European Union Countries Policies Governing Green Roofs in the Netherlands Policies Regulating Green Roofs in Germany Policies Governing Green Roofs in Copenhagen, Denmark Policies Regulating Green Roofs in France Policies Regulating Green Roofs in Non-European Union Countries A. Green Roof Regulations and Policies in Zurich, Switzerland Policies Governing Green Roofs in North American Countries Green Roof Regulatory Policies in Chicago, Illinois Green Roof Policies in Portland, Oregon Green Roof Policies in San Francisco, California Green Roof Policies in Minneapolis, Minnesota Green Roof Policies in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and North Carolina Green Roof Regulatory Policies in Toronto and Vancouver, Canada Policies Regulating Green Roofs in South America Green Roof Regulatory Policies in Recife, Brazil Green Roof Policies in Córdoba, Argentina Policies Regulating Green Roofs in Bogotá, Colombia Policies Regulating Green Roofs in Asian Countries Policies and Laws Governing Green Roofs in China Policies governing green roofs in Japan Policies Regulating Green Roofs in Singapore Policies Regulating Green Roofs in Malaysia Policies Regulating Green Roofs in Australia Policies and Laws Regulating Green Roofs in New Zealand Policies Regulating Green Roofs in South Africa Policies and Legislation Governing Green Roofs: Regional Outlook Policies and Laws Regulating Green Roofs in Kuwait Policies and Laws Governing Green Roofs in the UAE Policies and Laws Regulating Green Roofs in Amman, Jordan Policies and Laws Regulating Green Roofs in Beirut, Lebanon Policies and Legislations Governing Green Roofs in Egypt Obstacles to Strengthening Green Roofs in Egypt Proposals for the Development of Policies Governing Green Roofs Conclusions References Food in the City: Enabling Integrated Solutions for Urban Agriculture and Food Production in Buildings Introduction Enabling the Environment for Sustainable Urban Agriculture (UA) Projects in Continental Europe Urbanization Migration and Social Inclusion Global Food Chain and Health Economic Considerations Political Background “Could You Design an Ultimate Urban Greenhouse” Student Challenge by W.U.R. Introduction to the Project of the “Living Tower”: The Role of Architecture in the Implementation of UA Projects Food Production Social Embedding and Urban Transformation Improve Biodiversity Land Saving Reduce the Food Miles Educational: Raising Awareness on the Topic Economic Development and Value Creation The “Living Tower” Project for the Bajes Kwartier in Amsterdam A New Integrative Approach: Food Production and Global Energy System Crops Choice Food Production: Plants and Techniques Energy and Management Systems Embedding the Neighborhood: A Vertical Farm for Social Inclusion Agricultural Program Spatial and Functional Integration Conclusions References The Role of Natural Factors in Courtyard Houses of Hot-Arid Climate of Iran Introduction Climatic Performance of Central Courtyards Case Studies Geography and Climate Sustainability in Traditional Courtyard Houses Introversion Sardaab Bad-Gir (Wind Catcher) Dehliz Talar 3-dari/5-dari Iwan Orosi Selection of Houses Yazd Isfahan Analysis of Natural Factors Water and Greenery Area (Table 4) Configuration Sun Conclusion References Adaptive Design of Green Facades and Vertical Farm: Examples of Technological Integration of Microalgae for Energy Production in Resilient Architecture Algae as New Energy and Architectural Frontier How Algae Work Algae Architecture: Case Studies Algae Folly: ecoLogicStudio BIQ House: Arup PhotoSynthetica, ecoLogicStudio WaterLilly: Cesare Griffa Eco Pod: Höweler + Yoon Architecture and Squared Design Lab In Vivo: XTU Architects and Symbio2 French Dream Towers: XTU Architecture The Living Green Tower: The Concept Design for Food Technologies and Energy Concepts Concept: Origami Green Skin Structure of the Mobile Envelope Bioreactor: Facade and Energy Production Conclusion References Significance of Courtyard House Design in the Arab World Introduction Sustainability and Infrastructure Strategies of NPDS in Bahrain? Environmental Best Practices Health and Lifestyle Green Areas Sustainability Context Design and Layout of Traditional Houses in Bahrain’s Old Towns Greenery Courtyard Houses Demanded for Heritage Tourism Inspired Historical Roots and Adapted for the Future Contemporary Architecture in Arab States Conclusion References The Use of Vegetation in Hot Arid Climates for Sustainable Urban Environments Introduction Comfort in Extreme Desert Climates Adaptive Thermal Comfort in Social Housing in Urban Areas Thermal Comfort in Outdoor Spaces Spring Survey Summer Survey Use of Vegetation for Microclimatic Control in Arid Zones Characteristics of Plant Species for Microclimate Control Thermal Radiation Control Wind Control Temperature and Humidity Control Green Element Microclimate Controllers in Hot-Dry Climates Lined Trees Effects on Microclimate and Habitability Group of Trees Effects on Microclimate and Habitability Vegetation Covers Effects on Microclimate and Habitability Pergolas Effects on Microclimate and Habitability Final Thoughts and Conclusions References Conclusions Index "This book covers the important aspects of greenery in buildings, both in the landscape and within buildings, examining how greenery improves comfort and appeal in sustainable buildings. The book is part of the World Renewable Energy Network's drive to encourage architects and builders to use greenery as much as possible in their design to reduce energy consumption and provide a pleasant appearance and pleasing aspect to their buildings. It shows and demonstrates how widespread the use of greenery is in buildings, and the books 17 chapters were chosen from 12 different countries representing a truly global look at the use and benefit of using greenery in buildings. This book is aimed at architects, building construction authorities, urban planners, and policy makers to encourage the use of greenery in their future buildings and explain why it is important to do so."-- Provided by publisher