Solid waste management is a crucial aspect of modern urban living. As cities continue to grow, the amount of waste generated also increases, leading to a significant environmental impact. Solid waste management also presents an opportunity to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions through the implementation of carbon credit projects. In Read more…
The solar rooftop sector has gained significant momentum in India over the past few years, owing to the government’s initiatives and support. One of the key factors that have contributed to the growth of rooftop solar installations is the availability of financing options. Banks and financial institutions in India have Read more…
Q: What is zero waste, and how does it differ from traditional waste management approaches? A: Zero waste is a philosophy and a set of principles that aim to eliminate waste and move towards a circular economy where resources are used and reused in a closed loop. It differs from Read more…
LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) is a green building certification program that aims to promote sustainable practices and reduce the impact of buildings on the environment. One of the credits in the LEED rating system is the Site Management credit, which is available under the Operations and Maintenance Read more…
Performance-based indoor air quality design and assessment is a process that ensures the delivery of clean and healthy indoor air quality (IAQ) to building occupants. IAQ affects human health, productivity, and comfort, and can be impacted by factors such as outdoor air quality, building materials, ventilation systems, and occupant activities. Read more…
LEED BD+D (Building Design and Construction) is a certification program for green building design, construction, and operations. The Location and Transportation credit category aims to promote sustainable transportation and responsible land use, which can contribute to reducing environmental impact, improving public health, and enhancing community livability. The total number of Read more…
The Water Efficiency category of LEED BD+C aims to promote water conservation in commercial buildings. A total of 11 points can be earned under this category. The category includes five credits, namely Outdoor Water Use Reduction, Indoor Water Use Reduction, Building-Level Water Metering, Cooling Tower Water Use, and Water Metering. Read more…
India’s government has ambitious plans to increase renewable energy sources, with plans to reach 500 GW by 2030, and wind and solar PV expected to play a significant role. To optimize the deployment of wind and solar PV, a strategy that has been gaining attention is the co-location of the Read more…
In March 2021, Adani Green Energy Limited (AGEL) announced that it had raised $1.35 billion from a group of 12 international banks to finance its renewable energy projects. The banks involved in the deal include Standard Chartered Bank, Intesa Sanpaolo, MUFG Bank, Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation, Cooperative Rabobank U.A., DBS Read more…
The production of green hydrogen is rapidly gaining momentum as countries around the world are striving to decarbonize their economies. In India, the government has set a target of producing 10% hydrogen from renewable sources by 2030. To achieve this target, the government is actively promoting green hydrogen production and Read more…