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LEED certification is important to achieve sustainability. What’s leed certification? How to get leed certification? LEED certification process comprising of 4 stages. Leed certification check list and differenct levels. Then pointing system for 1. Location and transportation 2. Sustainable sites 3. Water efficiency 4. Energy and atmosphere 5. Materials and resources 6. Indoor environmental air quality…
Important water conservation methods? 1.Effective use of soil water reserves 2.Measures to run off 3.Reuse of urban waste 4.Traditional water harvesting methods 5. Use rainwater effectively 6. Rational use of groundwater 7. Redistribution of water 8. Protection of water from pollution 9. Use of modern irrigation methods 10. Increasing forest cover are discussed in the article.
What is a floating raft foundation or balanced raft foundation? what is the concept of floating raft?
Rainwater harvesting- How its important? Main components of rainwater harvesting 1. Catchment area 2. Coarse mesh 3. Gutter 4. Counduit… Methods of rainwater harvesting 1. Storing rainwater for direct use 2. Recharging groundwater aquifers from rooftop runoff 3. Recharging groundwater aquifers with runoff from the ground area is described in detail. Advantages and disadvantages are also given.
Cement is considered as the most significant substance used in construction which acts as a binder which can adheres the…
WHAT IS CEMENT? Cement is one of the most significant structural material used in construction. Cement is a binding agent…
Ecofriendly materials- Why they should be incorporated? It cuts down on energy consumption, leading to less use of natural resources that cause climate change warming. How to use them? In structural elements 1. Foundation 2. Superstructure i. Flooring ii.Exterior finish iii. Walls and ceilings iv. Windows v.HVAC , In renewable energy and roofing, Indoor finishes,
Why green building is important? i. Protect occupant health ii. Optimal environmental and economic performance iii. Reduce overall impact to the environment iv. Quality indoor spaces v. Improve employee productivity vi. Use energy, water and other resources more efficiently. Main concepts- 1. Powerful sites 2. Wizardry in construction 3. Energy and water efficiency 4. Rating tools to standardize
A building at zero cost- The concept of an economical building is explained in the post. 1. Intake of natural light 2. Pick the stuctural components i.Foundation ii. Superstructure- flooring material, walls . 3. Incorporate techniques of vastu 4. Shift in perspective 5. Laurie baker concepts. Details about AAC blocks, green walls are also given
GFRG panel house is an innovative, highly efficient, and cost-effective sustainable housing option. GFRG panels are very easy to construct. GFRG panels are green building products.