UNAM
Revista Digital Universitaria
Revista Digital Universitaria ISSN: 1607 - 6079 | Publicación mensual | 1 de septiembre de 2013 vol.14, No.9

ABSTRACT

Towards more sustainable buildings

Guadalupe Huelsz & José Antonio Sierra Huelsz



“Sustainable building” is a complex and multidimensional term; that includes environmental, social, institutional and economic dimensions. Here we describe the most important environmental aspects of sustainable buildings; giving special attention to the use of energy and bioclimatic design. We present a global view on the situation and progress towards building sustainability, particularly for Mexico. Finally we make a reflection on the steps we consider government, financial institutions, builders and academics should take to promote sustainable construction in our country.

Keywords: Sustainable building; environment; energy; bioclimatic design; Mexico.