architectural design services and sustainability consulting in and around Cavriago, Reggio Emilia, Italy
The ‘Quarto Conto Energia’ (Fourth Energy Bill) was approved by the Council of Ministers this week. The bill replaces the ‘Terzo Conto Energia’ (Third Energy Bill) instead of extending until August 31, which was what had been anticipated. The new bill will govern photovoltaic systems installed in Italy from June 1, 2011.
The Bible’ – Neufert’s ‘Enciclopaedia Pratica per Progettare e Costruire’ (translation: ‘Practical Encyclopaedia for Design and Construction’). This baby answers all questions, according to my boyfriend and colleague. I soon found out that, indeed, it does answer all questions – about architecture… and life… let’s take a look, shall we?
In a self-proclaimed attempt to keep the green movement honest, Henry Gifford has filed a class action lawsuit against the U.S. Green Building Council. His motivation?
“I’m afraid that in a few years somebody really evil will publicize the fact that green buildings don’t save energy and argue that the only solution [to resource constraints] is more guns to shoot at the people who have oil underneath their sand.”
A recent article in the Corriere reported that in a recent study of aerial photos of Italy shows over 2 million unreported houses, with a much heavier concentration in Southern Italy.
