Written for practitioners working in green buildings, as well as students in the field, this book provides detailed information regarding renewable energy sources; as well as the associated technologies in the context of green building and sustainable design. It offers insight into the new green building technologies and materials resulting from a convergence of nanotechnology and green building. The book provides coverage on energy demand management and storage, and discusses various federal, state, and local standards for green living. The text also explains the impact of green design on the environment and includes coverage of environmental impact assessments.