The document defines green buildings as structures that are environmentally responsible and reduce carbon footprint through their design, construction, and operation. Green buildings use sustainable and non-toxic materials, incorporate energy and water efficiency features, generate minimal waste, and promote indoor air quality and occupant health. They achieve benefits like improved quality of life, reduced water and energy usage, and a minimal carbon footprint through the use of renewable resources and green technologies.

1. Green Building

2. Concept
Green Building
Green building refers to both the physical structure as well as the
practice of building such structures that are environmentally
responsible and contribute towards reducing carbon footprint.
Defining green buildings
ICMA (International City/County Management Association) defines
green buildings as an integrated approach to designing and building
cost-effective, energy-efficient, healthy, and eco-friendly living and
working environments.

3. Scope of green building
• The materials and resources used are non-toxic and sustainable.
• The design integrates energy efficiency and water efficiency features.
• Energy sources used in the building should be renewable energy.
• Water conservation should be included as part of the sustainable
design.
• Zero pollution and minimal waste generation measures are adopted.
• Indoor air quality is good and natural.
• The design, construction, and operation phases have no negative
environmental impact.
• Occupants enjoy a superior quality of life.

4. Benefits of green building
 Improved quality of life
 Low water wastage
 increased efficiency through shared resources
 Achieving energy efficiency through renewable energy resources
 Minimal carbon footprint.

5. How to make buildings green?
 Selection of sustainable materials .
 Structural innovation
 State-of-the-art technology integration
 Integrating ArchiTech (Architecture + Technology)
 Building Information Modelling
Building Management System
Integrated Building Management System

6. GREEN ELEMENTS for green
buildings
 Materials -
 Energy
 Water
 Health

7. Material Procurement
Considerations around green materials for your new green
building or refurbishment:
 They come from natural and renewable sources.
 They are obtained and managed sustainably.
 Locally-sourced materials are often preferable for the
reduced environmental impact of transportation.
 Re-used materials prevent the environmental degradation
and energy requirements of the constant supply of new
raw materials. You can also procure new materials made
from recycled content.

8. Material Procurement
 Check whether the material itself is recyclable or
reusable.
 The longevity of the material. The more regularly
it needs to be replaced, the less sustainable it is.
On this point, also look at whether certain
qualities or features of the material have a shelf-
life too.
 Evaluate the waste profile attached to the
material and opt for minimal waste wherever
possible.

9. Improving Energy Efficiency
 Power measurement
 HVAC control
 Lighting control
 Energy management systems
 Water Heating

10. Water Efficiency
Water Conservation – It implies curtailment of water
usage and includes day-to-day demand management
for better water usage.
Water Efficiency – In simple terms, it means
responsible use of fresh water and reducing the overall
usage of water and minimizing wastewater. It also
points toward using improved practices and
technologies which deliver equal or better life service
with reduced water consumption.

11. Water efficient technologies
include:
1. Rain Water Harvesting
2. Grey Water Recycling
3. Pressure Reduction
4. Cooling Towers
5. Low-Flow Plumbing Fixtures

12. Health
Green buildings establish a connection of the occupants
with nature through sensory perception natural elements
like water, air, light, and greenery. This helps in creating a
more productive and healthy environment for employees.