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After the energy ministry’s approval of letting cities to wean themselves off the state utility, South Africa’s biggest cities are preparing to source their own…
Read insight — Power Monopoly ends with South Africa’s cities switching to SolarA hydro power project approved by NHPC board will supply power at a tariff of Rs 4.07 per unit. This project is likely to be…
Read insight — NHPC board approves merger of Lanco Teesta VI hydro power projectWhile buildings themselves cannot solve the COVID-19 pandemic, it cannot be denied that they will play a crucial role in minimising viral transmission. A recent…
Read insight — COVID-19 is bringingWhole world is suffering from a pandemic right now and it has affected our workplaces more than ever. There is a wide agreement that health…
Read insight — IGBC Health and Well-being Rating for COVID re-entryIntent Control soil erosion and sedimentation, thereby, reducing negative impacts to the site and surroundings. Compliance Options:Implement the following measures, as applicable:1. Soil erosion control…
Read insight — IGBC- SSP Mandatory Requirement 2: Soil ErosionIt’s no secret that the COVID-19 pandemic will drive short- and long-term disruption – in our lives and in our organizations – even after the…
Read insight — How to make building safe and resilient for COVID-19?Life has been challenging in these times for the past few months due to COVID-19. While some organizations experienced a major setback in their work,…
Read insight — Organizations are becoming more concerned about healthInstallation of a solar rooftop plant can yield significnt savings in your electricity bill. At firstgreen we have developed a solar calculator through which you…
Read insight — Estimated savings using a solar rooftop systemsNew rooftop solar installations in India fell to a four year low in the first half of 2020 due to policy changes, financing costs and…
Read insight — ROOFTOP SOLAR INSTALLATIONS AT A LOW KEYIntent Adopt passive architectural design features to minimize negative environmental impacts. Compliance Options:Option 1: Simulation ApproachDemonstrate that the passive architecture measures implemented in the project…
Read insight — IGBC- SA Credit 3: Passive Architecture