1st Edition
The Sociology of Energy, Buildings and the Environment Constructing Knowledge, Designing Practice
176 Pages
by
Routledge
176 Pages
by
Routledge
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Bringing the social sciences to the heart of environmental debate, this book demonstrates the relevance of sociological analysis for environmentally critical issues like energy consumption. Focusing on energy efficiency and the built environment, the authors take a critical look at the production and use of technical knowledge and energy-related expertise. Challenging the conventional assumptions... Read more
I. Introduction
II. Building Research Environments
III. Energy Knowledges
IV. Theories of Knowledge and Practice
V. The Politics of Insulation
VI. Organising Design: Housing and Energy
VII. Developing Interests: Office Buildings and Barriers
VIII. Conclusions
II. Building Research Environments
III. Energy Knowledges
IV. Theories of Knowledge and Practice
V. The Politics of Insulation
VI. Organising Design: Housing and Energy
VII. Developing Interests: Office Buildings and Barriers
VIII. Conclusions
Biography
Simon Guy, Elizabeth Shove
'interesting and illuminating book' - Claire Haggett, Journal of Environmental Planning and Management
