Special "Green" Databases - Maymester 2024 - Engineering 333t - LibGuides at University of Texas at Austin

For Recent Developments and for a Look Into the Future

These databases focus on sustainability and "green" in a different way than most of our databases. Three bring together articles, news notes, and other information. SSRN --- the exception --- is a pre-print service, providing access to the newest research.

CityLab
"CityLab informs and inspires the people who are creating the cities of the future—and those who want to live there."
SSRN (Social Science Research Network)
SSRN is an open-access online preprint community.
Planetizen
Information for planners including news, videos, job postings, and discussion forums.

Building Green This link opens in a new window
1992 - present. Unlimited users.
Updated monthly. Includes information on a wide range of topics related to sustainable building, including energy efficiency, recycled-content materials, land-use planning and indoor air quality. Integrates online versions of GreenSpec, Environmental Building News (EBN), and a database of more than 100 high-performance building case studies. Provides a searchable and cross-referenced format.
Registering for a personal profile helps you stay informed about new content added to the BuildingGreen website. Each month there is a new feature-length article on a design-related topic as well as reviews of building materials and case studies of high performance buildings. By signing up for a personal profile you will receive the monthly issue notice.
Use this link and access code to create a personal account:
http://www2.buildinggreen.com/cw-account
University of Texas at Austin Access code: 16H7KOA9