GRIHA VERSION 2019 CRITERIA 16. WATER QUALITY AND SELF SUFFICIENCY

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INTENT

The intent of this criterion is to evaluate both the quality and quantity of water available for a project to push It towards becoming self-sufficient (net zero).

Maximum Points: 5

APPRAISAL

  • Ensure that the treated water is as per CPCB norms.
  • Ensure that water demand reduction from GRIHA benchmark.

COMPLIANCE

  • The client needs to provide water quality test reports from NABL accredited labs and water calculations showing reduction in water consumption from benchmark.

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