January thematic report- green buildingsby Lhamu dolma Sherpa | 22-02-2024 00:57 |
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Green building is a resource-effective construction technique that results in more beneficial buildings with lower maintenance costs and a lesser environmental effect. The following are some ways that green buildings aim to lessen the built environment's overall negative effects on human health and the environment: Green buildings, for instance, could be constructed with sustainable materials (like recycled, reused, or renewable resources); they could have indoor environments that are free of pollutants (like fewer product emissions); they could have water-efficient landscaping (like using native plants that can live without additional watering); or all three. The goal of green building is to lessen both these effects—positive and negative—across a building's life cycle. Green building techniques include ways to stop soil erosion, collect rainwater, use solar energy, prepare landscapes to retain less heat, use less water, recycle waste water, and employ top-notch energy-efficient techniques. Poor indoor air quality and exposure to toxins found in frequently used construction products are major causes of health issues in today's world. Green building techniques can get rid of these unhealthy situations Some benefits of green buildings are follows Lowers Down on Water and Energy Wastage Protects Natural Resources Buildings could save 50% or more of their energy consumption by 2050, which would help keep global temperature increases to 2¡ÆC (above pre-industrial levels). Up to 84 gigatonnes of CO2 (GtCO2) of emissions savings are predicted to be achieved by 2050 through direct building measures like fuel switching, energy efficiency, and the use of renewable energy- – UNEP, 2016. Enhances the Quality of Air and Water Higher ventilation rates and lower CO2 and pollution concentrations indoors have been shown to improve performance by up to 8%, according to research. safeguards ecosystems and biodiversity. Typically, steps are taken to facilitate material recycling and reuse while also lowering waste and pollution. The materials utilised are sustainable, trustworthy, and safe for consumption. Lowers Expenses and Boosts Value For building designers, these structures result in lower construction costs and increased property value. Improve the quality of life Studies indicate that enhanced indoor air quality, characterised by low CO2 and pollutant concentrations and high ventilation rates, can result in performance gains of as much as 8%. |