1. Introduction (the role of the building sector in energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions; data on the world building stock; policy and trends in the building sector) 2. Recommendations and standards (international technical standards, main laws, and regulations; EU Directives; energy labeling) 3. From Efficient to Sustainable and Zero Energy Consumption Buildings 4. Simulation tools (steady-state and dynamic codes, critical review, advantages and disadvantages, accuracy and reliability) 5. Building envelope 6. High-efficiency plants and building integrated renewable energy systems 7. Building automation for energy efficiency 8. Energy efficiency in building renovation 9. Conclusions 10. List of symbols 11. Glossary 12. References

Handbook of Energy Efficiency in Buildings: A Life Cycle Approach offers a comprehensive and in-depth coverage of the subject with a further focus on the Life Cycle. The editors, renowned academics, invited a diverse group of researchers to develop original chapters for the book and managed to well integrate all contributions in a consistent volume. Sections cover the role of the building sector on energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions, international technical standards, laws and regulations, building energy efficiency and zero energy consumption buildings, the life cycle assessment of buildings, from construction to decommissioning, and other timely topics. The multidisciplinary approach to the subject makes it valuable for researchers and industry based Civil, Construction, and Architectural Engineers. Researchers in related fields as built environment, energy and sustainability at an urban scale will also benefit from the books integrated perspective.