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

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Understanding the LEED BD+C: Location and Transport credit

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

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“Maximizing Water Efficiency in Commercial Buildings: Understanding LEED BD+C Water Efficiency Credits”

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

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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

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