“Green Building Concept”

Eco-Friendly & Indirect method of Energy Conservation.

Author A. Jignesh C. Sailor, Author B. Himanshu A. Naik, Author C. Chaudri Rakesh.

Abstract: II. NEEDS & OPERTUNITY

Technology is made for Good & Easy Life for the human According to study conducted by Energy Information
being. Every one is talking about new technology of different Administration (EIA), USDoE, there is a visible trend across
sectors. Information Technology, Third & Forth Generation the globe region. The growth rate in total energy consumption
Data Transfer & Communication, Power Sector, Real Estate & has been greater than the population growth rate. In India,
Infra Structure Development are Basic Technological Sector population growth rate is expected to grow at 1.3% while the
of Today’s Generation. Here we are discussing About Power energy consumption rate is expected to grow at 4.3%. This
Sector & Environment. Global Worming is major Problem of trend is indicating that energy sector is very large to extant. In
Whole World. Energy Demand of Whole World including Real Estate sector Building sector being a major energy
INDIA is increasing Day by Day. For Meeting that Energy consumer to a large extent to address this issue. The general
Demand Every Country is expanding their Power Plant awareness on Green Buildings in India is scare and scattered.
Capacity & They are Also Installing New Power Plants as it is There is tremendous potential for construction of Green
required. The Growth of energy sector is higher then Building in India. The main Objective & Needs to concentrate
Population Growth in country likes INDIA & CHINA. Reason for green building is that, Green Building has a potential to
behind that Per Person Energy Consumption is increasing. save 30%-40% energy with reduction of operating cost & good
Energy Generation is directly affected to the Environment. health
Here it’s a small Concept is presented in this paper To Save
Environment & Energy Conversation: “GREEN BUILDING III. GREEN BUILDING RATING
CONCEPT”. This Concept will be a small step toward for
Eco-Friendly Atmosphere & Energy Conservation. Before There have been buildings which adopt one or more green
Emphasizing more on this Topic we would like to define a features. To recognize the extent of green features that a
word “Sustainability”. building adopts, rating system have been evolved and come of
“Meeting the Needs of People Today Without age in US and Europe. The prime objective of the rating
Destroying the Resources that will be needed By Person in the system is to bring change in the market wherein the user
future; Based on the long Range Planning & the recognition of demands green products. One of the most popular rating
the finite nature of natural resources.” systems being adopted in the US is the LEED (Leadership in
Energy & Environment Design) System of USGBC.
I. INTRODUCTION
LEED Rating for…
The term “Green” refers to environmentally friendly • New Construction & Major renovation.
practices from building design to the landscaping choices. It • Existing Building
also Optimist & Economic energy use, water use, and storm • Commercial interior
water and west water reuse.
• Core & shell
• Homes
The terms “Green Building” apply not just to products, but to
• Neighborhood development
construction strategies, building design and orientation,
landscaping, building operations, maintenance, And more. The
less impact a building has on human health and the Work Objects Possible Points
environment, the more green it is.
Sustainable Sites 14
In Short Green building is a design and construction practice Water Efficiency 5
that promotes the economic health and well-being of your Energy & Atmosphere 23
Family, the community and the environment. A smart step Material & Resources 16
toward personal economic rewards, Green Building has Indoor Environment Quality 22
positive social and environmental ramifications that assert Innovation & Upgrades 5
your commitment to the future and the way we live for years to
come.
 IV. GREEN BUILDING BENEFITS VII. SALIENT FEATURES

• 30% to 40% reduction in operating cost. • Minimal disturbance to landscapes and site condition
• Health and safety of building occupants. • Use of Recycled and Environmental Friendly Building
• Incorporate latest techniques and technologies. Materials.
• The most tangible benefit is in reduction of operating • Use of Non-Toxic and recycled/recyclable Materials.
energy and water costs right from day one during the • Efficient use of Water and Water Recycling
entire life cycle of the building. • Use of Renewable Energy
• Indoor Air Quality for Human Safety and Comfort
V. GREEN BUILDING FEATURES • Effective Controls and Building Management Systems

VIII. RATING SYSTEM IN INDIA

LEED-INDIA provides building owners, architects,

consultants, developers, facility managers and project
managers the tools they need to design, construct and operate
green buildings.

LEED-INDIA promotes a whole-building approach to

sustainability by recognizing performance in the following five
key areas: Sustainable site development, Water savings,
energy efficiency, Materials selection and Indoor
environmental quality

Green Building Have Many Advantages & Features. Some

important Fractures are indicating below. IX. GREEN BUILDING ATTRACT AS.
• Energy efficient equipment for air conditioning and
lighting systems. Operational Savings:
• Use of onsite renewable energy. Buildings consume at least 40-50 % less energy and 20-30 %
• Measurement and verification plan to ensure energy & less water vis-à-vis a conventional building.
Water savings. Daylights & Views:
• Reduction of building footprints to minimize the impact Working in environment with access to daylight and views
on environment. provides connection to the exterior environment.
• Installation of high efficiency irrigation methods and Air Quality:
selection of vegetation which have low water Green buildings are always fresh and healthy. The green
consumption. buildings use interior materials with low volatile organic
• Controls and building management systems. compound (VOC) emissions.
• Recycling of construction debris to other sites.
• Use of building materials having a high recycled content.
• Use of rapidly renewable materials. X. REALITIES
• Declaration of site as “Non-smoking” area or have
designated area of smoking. Perception #: Green buildings are costlier
• Providing daylight and views for the occupied areas.
The cost could be slightly higher than a conventional building.
VI. GREEN BUILDING IN INDIA But, this needs to be seen with a different view.

Green Building Movement and facilitate in India emerging as An ideal building has life cycle of average 40 years and all the
one of the world leaders in green buildings by 2010. costs are to be considered which are initial constructions,
DEFINED AS PER IGBC operating, maintenance etc.
"A green building uses less energy, water and natural
resources, creates less waste and is healthier for the people A Sample calculation for normal building and green building
living inside compared to a standard building”. has been evaluated as below
No. Particulars Green Building Normal Building
14- 12-
1 First Cost 68 56
20% 16%
40- 75-
2 Operating Cost 180 308
50% 80%
3 Maintenance Cost 48 5-20% 36 4-13%
Total 296 400
Life Cycle Cost Comparison for 40 years life span, 4000 ft2
area building @ 1400 Rs/Sqft.
Total Expected benefits over life cycle of the building: Rs 104
Lacs.
Yearly Benefits: Rs 2.6 Lacs.

XI. CONCLUSION:
The green building movement & technology is here to stay for
the benefit of individuals, society and the country at large. It’s
a step to optimum use of relevant energy sources.

REFERENCES

HTTP://WWW.IGBC.IN

HTTP://WWW.GREENBUSINESSCENTRE.ORG

WWW.GREENCONCEPTS.COM

WWW.SBCGREENTEAM.COM

HTTP://WWW.GREENBUSINESSCENTRE.ORG