This document discusses the concept of green building. It defines green building as increasing efficiency in resource use while reducing impacts on health and environment. Some key points made include:
- Green buildings use less energy, water, and waste and are healthier to live/work in.
- Materials like wool bricks, sustainable concrete, and solar tiles are used to reduce emissions and energy usage.
- Green building provides environmental, economic, and social benefits such as enhancing biodiversity, reducing costs, and improving occupant health.
- Examples of notable green buildings in India are given.