The Sociology of Energy, Buildings and the Environment: Constructing Knowledge, Designing Practice (Routledge Research Global Environmental Change Series, 5)

Guy, Simon; Shove, Elizabeth

ISBN 10: 0415182697 / ISBN 13: 9780415182690

Published by Routledge, 2000

About this Item

Seller Inventory # I-9780415182690

Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Sociology of Energy, Buildings and the Environment: Constructing Knowledge, Designing Practice (Routledge Research Global Environmental Change Series, 5)
• Publisher: Routledge
• Publication Date: 2000
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0415182697
• ISBN 13: 9780415182690
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: New

About this title

Synopsis

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.

About the Author

Simon Guy, Elizabeth Shove