Tool summaryName of the tool Eco Balance Model Description of the tool This model estimates the total consumption of energy and natural resources, the production of gas and wastes, and the costs caused by residential areas and urban structures. It enables the evaluation of the ecological impact of different approaches to planning, construction and transportation solutions. It can be used when planning new areas, developing new urban structures, constructing buildings and infrastructures and developing sustainable life styles. Specific topic Looks at environmental costs caused by residential areas and urban structures. Sector/s of use
Waste |
Energy |
Water |
Transport |
Green/Blue |
Building & Land use |
1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
M - main sector, 1 - sub sector and 0 - n/a Scale of applications
Component |
Building |
Neighbourhood |
City |
Region |
0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
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