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Defining Zero Energy Buildings - A life cycle perspective

Hernandez, Patxi ; Kenny, Paul (University College Dublin, 2008)

A simple definition of a zero energy building (ZEB) is a stand-alone building which does not use any offsite energy source for its operation. The definition is easily extended to buildings with a net-zero annual on-site ...
An Irish Building Environmental Assessment Method

Kenny, Paul ; Hourigan, Neasa ; Brophy, Vivienne (National University of Singapore, 2007-11)

This paper presents a building environmental assessment methodology developed for application in new commercial buildings in Ireland. In an attempt to address issues of specific national interest the development of the ...