The Seven Elements Residential Project, a prestigious development by Vatika Seven Elements Pvt. Ltd. in New Delhi, is dedicated to achieving the globally recognized LEED BD+C Multifamily certification. This ongoing project (2024–2025), with consultancy provided by First Green Consulting Private Limited, has the primary goal of achieving a Platinum certification. Read more…
Cities across the globe are constantly evolving, adapting, and growing. In this dynamic landscape, LEED for Cities and Communities stands out as a beacon for sustainable urban development. It offers a systematic approach to ensure cities are greener, resilient, and inclusive. The Nine Pillars of Performance in LEED for Cities Read more…
Introduction The importance of daylight in creating comfortable and energy-efficient indoor environments cannot be overstated. A well-designed space not only reduces the need for artificial lighting but also contributes to occupants’ well-being and productivity. The LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) rating system recognizes this fact and includes daylight Read more…
Water use reduction is an essential aspect of sustainable building design, and it is a key consideration for buildings seeking to achieve LEED certification. By reducing water consumption, buildings can not only help preserve this precious resource but also save on operating costs. In this article, we will discuss how Read more…
As India continues to grow and develop, there is a pressing need to build more sustainable and environmentally friendly residential buildings. This is where LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) for residential homes can play an important role. In this blog post, we will explore what LEED for residential Read more…
As the world increasingly focuses on sustainability and green building practices, the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification has become a widely recognized credential for professionals in the building industry. Among the various LEED credentials, the LEED AP BD+C (Building Design + Construction) is specifically tailored for those Read more…
In today’s world, sustainability has become a top priority in the building industry. The Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Building Design + Construction (BD+C) rating system has emerged as a leading standard for green building practices. In this article, we will provide an overview of the LEED BD+C Read more…
As sustainability and environmental consciousness become increasingly important in the design and construction of buildings, the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification has become a widely recognized standard for sustainable building practices. One of the credits within the LEED v4 rating system is the Open Space credit, which Read more…
LEED BD+C (Building Design and Construction) is a green building rating system developed by the US Green Building Council (USGBC) to recognize sustainable building practices and reduce the environmental impact of buildings. The Energy and Atmosphere (EA) category under LEED BD+C provides credits for energy efficiency, renewable energy, and greenhouse Read more…
The LEED BD+C certification program for commercial buildings encourages sustainability practices. One of the categories under this program is Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ), which awards up to 16 points to the projects. In order to achieve these points, projects need to comply with specific requirements for each credit. The credits Read more…