The Sociology of Energy, Buildings and the Environment

Focusing upon energy conservation and the built environment, this book engages with areas of debate and policy currently dominated by technologists and natural scientists using both empirical research and theory.

Autorentext

Simon Guy, Elizabeth Shove

Zusammenfassung
Bringing the social sciences to the heart of environmental debate, this book demonstrates the relevance of sociological analysis for environmentally critical issues like energy consumption. Focusing on energy efficiency and the built environment, the authors take a critical look at the production and use of technical knowledge and energy-related expertise. Challenging the conventional assumptions of scientists and energy policy-makers, the book outlines a new role for social research and a new paradigm for environmental policy.

Inhalt

I. Introduction
II. Building Research Environments
III. Energy Knowledges
IV. Theories of Knowledge and Practice
V. The Politics of Insulation
VI. Organising Design: Housing and Energy
VII. Developing Interests: Office Buildings and Barriers
VIII. Conclusions