Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.0.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # SSB ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://self-sustaining-building.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Hello world!](https://self-sustaining-building.org/hello-world/) - Welcome to WordPress. This is your first post. Edit or delete it, then start writing! ## Pages - [Self Sustaining Building](https://self-sustaining-building.org/) - Do you have a design and build project that aspires to achieve the best sustainable credentials? If yes, then adopting as many of the Self-Sustaining Building (SSB) principles and practices is the answer. Fundamental to success is integrated thinking which achieves the aim. - [What's new?](https://self-sustaining-building.org/what-s-new/) - Check back here regularly to find out what's going on at Self Sustaining Building. SSB worked on developing an Eco Rating Tool to achieve a Green Apple Award The quest for an Eco-rating tool for better Design and Build. There is an increasing need to improve decision making for sustainable design & build approaches for a - [Useful references](https://self-sustaining-building.org/useful-references/) - Tunnel-vision-in-the-sustainable-building-sector-2.pdf Self-Sustaining Buildings - Science Update Earthship Biotecture: Self-sufficient and Sustainable Architecture for People and Planet – urbanNext 15 Simple Sustainable Practices Architects can impliment in any project - RTF | Rethinking The Future 40 Amazing Self-Sustaining Homes You Must See 9 Self-Sustaining Home Ideas | Family Handyman Autonomous buildings and self-sufficient buildings Autonomous building - [Useful links](https://self-sustaining-building.org/useful-links/) - These organizations and initiatives play a crucial role in promoting and facilitating the development of self-sustaining buildings through various approaches, including community engagement, education, policy implementation, and the provision of sustainable materials. None of these organisation are endorsed by SSB. They are signposted as sources of useful information. In due course, this list of organisations - [Some examples](https://self-sustaining-building.org/ssb-framework-and-rationale/some-examples/) - If you would like to advertise your sustainable project or ideas on this page or under Whats New please Contact Us. Some examples of SSB practices & projects SSB practice considers a very wide range of practices and technologies both ancient and modern. Key to success is achieving an Eco-efficiency standard which is more than just the carbon - [Eco Rating Tool](https://self-sustaining-building.org/ssb-framework-and-rationale/eco-rating-tool/) - Based on the validation of an Eco-Efficiency framework, the architecture for an Eco-rating tool was developed. The tool integrates an assessment of quantitative and qualitative criteria for many environmental indicators, at the product and building component level to allow up to 3 buildings to be compared side by side. The Eco Rating Tool tackles the - [What is self-sustaining building?](https://self-sustaining-building.org/ssb-framework-and-rationale/) - Self-sustaining building can be considered in three parts: The practice of design and construction with sourcing of sustainable materials and products for the life of the building plus end of life re-use. The management of the building itself - its operation, maintenance and upgrade The sustainable, healthy and comfortable lifestyle achieved within the building and - [Contact us](https://self-sustaining-building.org/about-the-team/contact/) - The Self Sustaining Building Programme Phone: +44 7896 644504 E-mail: danny@self-sustaining-building.org and/or info@self-sustaining-building.org - [Rationale](https://self-sustaining-building.org/ssb-framework-and-rationale/framework/rationale/) - Why Self Sustaining Building? The Problems Affordability, performance and environmental impacts both external and internal to buildings are the challenges. The construction and use of modern buildings causes substantial environmental damage, creating a range of toxic emissions. Buildings create 50% of greenhouse gas emissions and considerable ecosystem degradation. Buildings account for 39 percent of total energy - [Solutions and services](https://self-sustaining-building.org/solutions-and-services/) - We offer you a wide range of sustainability solutions. Small or large, your request will be met with expert advice, individual attention and innovative solutions. Contact us and discover all we have to offer. Our services SSB will work closely with you to achieve your sustainability and environmental objectives. We have access to experts to - [Overview of Self-Sustaining Building Framework](https://self-sustaining-building.org/ssb-framework-and-rationale/framework/) - We use the following when assessing the SSB approach to sustainability (click on diagram to expand): SSB uses this unique Eco-efficiency framework to lessen and where possible remove the unsustainable life-cycle impacts of buildings on the planet, people and communities. This is done in conjunction with its Eco Rating Tool. These framework criteria and SSB tools are used - [The Self Sustaining Building Programme](https://self-sustaining-building.org/ssb-programme/) - In addition to the range of services for design and build, the SSB team have created a programme of projects to enable wider improvements and the adoption of Self-sustaining building practices for better global standards of living and health. The overriding aim is to avoid leaving the future with an unmanageable environmental, health and affordability burden. Click to - [About the team](https://self-sustaining-building.org/about-the-team/) - Danny Lee - Director Danny is a creative and successful Executive Director with proven expertise in innovative strategic leadership and creating opportunities for sustainable change. See linked profile for more information. Danny created the Self Sustaining Building Programme in 2008 and in the same year started a portfolio of work with the United Kingdom Environment Agency and - [SSB & Environmental Centres (SSBEC)](https://self-sustaining-building.org/ssb-programme/ssb-environmental-centres-ssbec/) - The SSB Programme is promoting the construction of purpose built demonstration centres. They will be themselves self-sustaining. The octaganol shaped building provides maximum flexible use of the structure and surfaces and will include: A permanent technology demonstration centre showing the integration of energy, water and structural practices, including a zero energy low environmental impact house A training ## Categories - [Uncategorized](https://self-sustaining-building.org/category/uncategorized/)