Achieving A Green Building

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Achieving A Green Building

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S AT TA R


Achieving A Green Building Zuneth Sattar

Green buildings hold an environmental advantage over traditional buildings. The former have less negative impact on the environment, with this benefit gained by using alternative building materials, introducing waste recycling measures, and implementing energy-efficient features. In the corporate world, green buildings are steadily gaining respect and have become necessary for companies looking to contribute to a cleaner environment. The following measures are necessary to achieve a green building.

Adopt a Green Mindset If a company wants to reap the benefits of sustainable building while staying within budget, it must focus on sustainability from the very beginning. This means integrating green principles into the planning and design stages rather


than adding green technologies once the structure is completed.

Build on a Suitable Location The site of a green building is vital, as it cannot be located on prime farmland, the habitat of endangered species, wetlands, or parkland. Ideal locations include vacant plots, remediated brownfield land, and parking lots. These locations offer companies access to the required services while ensuring there is no damage to the environment.

Assess the Finances The project team must apply a cost-benefit analysis to every feature before providing financial resources. For example, while a green roof is more expensive to install, it provides more benefits in the long term as it lasts longer.

THE SITE OF A GREEN BUILDING IS VITAL, AS IT CANNOT BE LOCATED ON PRIME FARMLAND, THE HABITAT OF ENDANGERED SPECIES, WETLANDS, OR PARKLAND.

The project team must apply a cost-benefit analysis to every feature before providing financial resources.


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