ECO HOUSE BOOK

Buildings are the biggest polluters on the planet, responsible for a fargreater proportion of the carbon dioxide emissions that get pumped into theatmosphere every year than cars, planes or factories. This title providesthe information you need to reduce your home's carbon footprint and in theprocess directly improve the quality of your life. Buildings are thebiggest polluters on the planet, responsible for a far greater proportionof the carbon dioxide emissions that get pumped into the atmosphere everyyear than cars, planes or factories. Just as we are urged to change ourlifestyles to reduce our carbon footprint and consumption of water, thereis a great deal we can do to convert our existing homes into greener,healthier places to live. Most homes, even those built relatively recently,are not decorated, designed, constructed or serviced with eco-friendlinessin mind. But you don't have to start again from scratch to make a hugedifference to the way your home impacts on the environment. From relativelysmall and economic changes to more dramatic overhauls, there has never beena better time to green your home. Home improvement has a wider remit thesedays than simply changing the way your home looks or functions.Environmental issues should be part of every decision you make on the homefront - from selecting fabric for soft furnishings to designing and sitinga home extension. Including tips, advice on material choices and designdirections, "The Eco House Book" provides all the information you need toreduce your home's carbon footprint and in the process directly improve thequality of your life.