Whether it is apartment societies in the city or sprawling villas in the suburbs, home buyers today are increasingly looking for properties that provide natural surroundings. Consequently, real estate companies are also striving to … READ FULL STORY
Butterflies are an important part of a healthy ecosystem. Many plants rely on pollinators, such as butterflies, for reproduction. Moreover, delicate, colourful butterflies in a house or housing complex add an element of beauty … READ FULL STORY
Amenities are an important part of any real estate project, which builders use to woo home buyers. While some amenities are essential, like a security system, elevators, etc., property sellers may, at times, also … READ FULL STORY
Bengaluru-based architect, Chitra Vishwanath, has been a pioneer in green living for over 25 years and has used her experience, to design ecological spaces that conserve and use natural resources judiciously. Her firm, BIOME … READ FULL STORY
We often hear people say that ‘There was a time, when our city was full of greenery, the climate was cool and there was no water scarcity or flooding problem. Now, things have completely … READ FULL STORY
Environmental concerns have often stalled large infrastructure projects in India. While the government maintains that it is committed to encouraging sustainable developments, policy decisions often reveal the gap between the stated intent and ground … READ FULL STORY
Buildings have an enormous impact on the environment and climate change. At 41 per cent of the total US energy consumption, buildings out-consume the industrial (30 per cent) and transportation (29 per cent) sectors. … READ FULL STORY
The US Green Building Council (USGBC), the creators of the LEED green building program, on October 12, 2017, announced that eight organisations are receiving the 2017 Greenbuild Leadership Awards. The awards will be presented … READ FULL STORY
According to a study ‘HEALTHfx’ by the Harvard University that examined LEED-certified buildings in six countries, additional health and climate benefits amounted to USD 12, for every dollar in energy savings in India. The … READ FULL STORY
The major fire at the Deonar dumping ground in Mumbai, which caused serious health issues for residents of the city, has raised the important issue of mismanagement of garbage. Keeping this in view the … READ FULL STORY
If extra FAR (Floor Area Ratio) is a good incentive for developers to build green buildings, then Noida should have many such buildings, noted a panelist at a seminar on sustainable development, in Delhi. … READ FULL STORY
Every now and then, home owners may need to make modifications to their properties. Such occasions could be an ideal time to incorporate eco-friendly changes that conserve water and improve energy efficiency. There are … READ FULL STORY
Home buyers today, especially the younger generation, are increasingly warming up to the concept of ‘green homes’. These homes offer multiple benefits, not only in terms of a healthy lifestyle, but also provide serious … READ FULL STORY
