(par 6.3.2.2. 9) South Africa’s best green buildings
South Africa’s best green buildings http://www.isotherm.co.za/south-africas-best-green-buildings/ Considering that our buildings and structures contribute one out of three tons of the CO2 produced globally each year, it makes sense to adopt construction principles that emphasise energy saving and promote sustainability. But how do you get a nation to change their minds about how things should be done? […]
(par 6.3.2.2. 9) Green Buildings – Enviropedia
Green Buildings – Enviropedia http://www.enviropaedia.com/topic/default.php?topic_id=282 Author: Bruce Kerswill – Chair – World Green Building Council (Article Type: Overview ) What is a Green Building? According to the Green Building Council of South Africa, a green building is a building which is energy efficient, resource efficient and environmentally responsible – which incorporates design, construction and operational practices that significantly reduce […]
(par 6.3.2.2. 9) Green building now more cost-effective than ever
Green building now more cost-effective than ever http://www.africaengineer.co.za/?p=1324 Green buildings can now be built for a little more than traditional buildings. For the environmental and economic benefits, it deserves serious consideration. It has long been held that building ‘green’ is a costly affair. The recently released first edition of ‘Green Building in South Africa: Guide […]