GREEN BUILDING GOALS, NEED, ADVANTAGES & DISADVANTAGES 1. Optimum use of five elements. 2. Minimum use of ‘ENERGY’. 3. Reduce use of ‘WATER’. 4. Re-use of ‘WASTE MATERIAL’. 5. Minimize damage to the ENVIRONMENT. 6. Reduce the production of ‘WASTES’. 7. Reduce production of GHG(Green House Gas). 8. Maintain equilibrium of the environment. 9. Provide Fresh and Healthy ‘ENVIRONMENT’. 10. Promote use of ‘LOCAL MATERIAL’. Why Green Building? 1.Economic Benefits Energy Reduce 25 – 30 %. Water Reduce 20 – 30 %. Increase Life. 2.Environmental Benefits Quality of AIR & WATER. Reduce Green House Gas. Protect Natural Resources. 3.Health & community Benefits Quality of Life. Occupant Comfort & Health Image & Marketability DISADVANTAGES Increase in cost 15 – 20% Morden Techniques are Required. Expert Knowledge.