Secondary Author(s)

Haggard, James

Report Number

FSEC-PF-389-06

URL

http://publications.energyresearch.ucf.edu/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/FSEC-PF-389-06.pdf

Keywords

Disaster Planning; Buildings; Disaster-resistant buildings; Natural disasters; Building codes; Renewable energy systems; Energy efficiency

Abstract

Natural disasters, such as hurricanes, floods, tornados, tsunami and earthquakes, are becoming a greater problem as they destroy lives, homes, businesses and the natural environment. Such disasters can happen with little or no warning, leaving hundreds or even thousands of people without medical services, potable water, sanitation, communications and electrical services for up to several weeks. One proactive strategy to minimize this type of destruction and disruption to lives is the implementation of disaster-resistant buildings that are energy efficient, fortified to the latest codes, and incorporate renewable energy systems. This approach uses the best energy-efficient buildings, fortified to the latest codes, and incorporates renewable energy systems.

Date Published

12-28-2006

Identifiers

471

Notes

Presented at Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers, 4th World Conference on Photovoltaic Energy Conversion, Waikoloa, Hawaii, USA, May 7-12, 2006

Subjects

Buildings--Safety measures; Disaster relief; Natural disasters; Renewable energy sources; Energy conservation

Local Subjects

Buildings; Disaster Planning

Type

Text; Document

Format

application/pdf

Collection

FSEC Energy Research Center® Collection

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