http://www.offplanpropertyexchange.com/off-plan-property-investment/blog/2008/02/21/developing-for-green-investing-in-better-buildings-for-the-future/ New homes for sale and property investment blog with news and opinion and all things real estate Wed, 03 Dec 2008 23:38:41 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.6.3 http://www.offplanpropertyexchange.com/off-plan-property-investment/blog/2008/02/21/developing-for-green-investing-in-better-buildings-for-the-future/#comment-3772 riathareja Fri, 23 May 2008 11:50:13 +0000 http://www.offplanpropertyexchange.com/off-plan-property-investment/blog/2008/02/21/developing-for-green-investing-in-better-buildings-for-the-future/#comment-3772 Recently I came across an article which mentioned that eco-friendly buildings are becoming the new fashion of the Indian real estate sector. This silent revolution in India is being led by the IT industry. Due to the exponential growth of the IT sector and IT enabled services; there is huge demand for ultra modern, sophisticated and eco-friendly office spaces through out the country.Being finally bored of the sick building syndrome “a combination of ailments associated with place of work or residence”, many Indian developers have started looking ways to go green with buildings designs- be in commercial or residential sector. Given the astronomical rise in fuel prices in the past few years, it's no surprise that energy efficiency is the top reason consumers choose green building these days.A green building can be termed so only if it meets certain strict parameters set by international leaders in the field like Leadership in Energy and Environment Design (LEED). According to their criteria – a green building must perform well in the field of sustainable site development, water savings, energy efficiency, material selection and indoor environment quality.The green building movement has its roots in the environmental and architectural design arenas. The initial goals of the movement were to change building construction and operations practices to reduce the environmental footprint of the overall built environment. Many economic development practitioners in towns and cities across the globe acknowledge that environmental stewardship is not only the ‘the right thing to do’, it is a valuable tool for marketing communities to a public that has become more environmental conscious.An emphasis on green building reflects a level of progressive leadership and ecological responsibility that can be attractive to individuals and businesses seeking quality locations to live work and play. Some of the economic development benefits of green building are-increased property value, rapid lease out than conventional building, easy recruitment of employees, helping reduce employee turnover and further leading to increased employee productivity, helping in building a positive public image, etc.Will this step leave a footprint in conserving the planet?For more view- realtydigest.blogspot.com Recently I came across an article which mentioned that eco-friendly buildings are becoming the new fashion of the Indian real estate sector. This silent revolution in India is being led by the IT industry. Due to the exponential growth of the IT sector and IT enabled services; there is huge demand for ultra modern, sophisticated and eco-friendly office spaces through out the country.Being finally bored of the sick building syndrome “a combination of ailments associated with place of work or residence”, many Indian developers have started looking ways to go green with buildings designs- be in commercial or residential sector. Given the astronomical rise in fuel prices in the past few years, it’s no surprise that energy efficiency is the top reason consumers choose green building these days.A green building can be termed so only if it meets certain strict parameters set by international leaders in the field like Leadership in Energy and Environment Design (LEED). According to their criteria – a green building must perform well in the field of sustainable site development, water savings, energy efficiency, material selection and indoor environment quality.The green building movement has its roots in the environmental and architectural design arenas. The initial goals of the movement were to change building construction and operations practices to reduce the environmental footprint of the overall built environment. Many economic development practitioners in towns and cities across the globe acknowledge that environmental stewardship is not only the ‘the right thing to do’, it is a valuable tool for marketing communities to a public that has become more environmental conscious.An emphasis on green building reflects a level of progressive leadership and ecological responsibility that can be attractive to individuals and businesses seeking quality locations to live work and play. Some of the economic development benefits of green building are-increased property value, rapid lease out than conventional building, easy recruitment of employees, helping reduce employee turnover and further leading to increased employee productivity, helping in building a positive public image, etc.Will this step leave a footprint in conserving the planet?For more view- realtydigest.blogspot.com

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