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New building model could help save
electricity
 'Green
building' is an idea almost everybody
agrees upon, but very few dare to attempt
because of prohibitively high costs
and architectural challenges. But some
steps like proper ventilation and utilization
of natural light in new buildings could
save the world a lot of energy and money.
As of now there are only 10-12 buildings
that have been officially ranked as
green buildings in India and they are
largely in the private sector.
Anything that is constructed keeping
the harmony of the environment in mind,
is generally known as green
construction. If not meeting all the
parameters like eco-friendly
building materials, waste
management, etc. energy saving
methods could go a long way in contributing
to the environment. |
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Researchers at the Massachussetts Institute
of Technology, USA, believe that buildings can
be designed to encourage airflow and maintain
temperatures that minimize or eliminate the
need for conventional air-conditioning systems.
They have come up with computer-based tools
to help architects design commercial buildings
that cool them with natural breezes.
A building can be turned green through several
simple means such as using solar water heating
systems, the state electricity boards
also provide several rebates to green household
on their electricity bill if they meet the specifications.
The latest LED lights can also be useful in
turning you premise green since they are environment-friendly
and have no carbon emissions. |
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