GREEN BUILDINGS : TERI SEMINAR

J K Dadoo
Secretary (Environment)
Govt. of Delhi
 INTRODUCTION

By the year 2050 it is estimated that residential,
commercial and institutional buildings will consume
38% of global energy and release 3800 mega tones
of carbon in the atmosphere.

Climate change by itself can also precipitate larger
energy demand as people seek greater comfort
levels in more extreme conditions.

The first Government Green building is coming up as
the IGP office in Gulbarga.

25 million sq. ft. of green buildings are being
constructed all over India and more than 100
buildings have reportedly registered for LEED rating
programme. The market for green building
materials and products is estimated to reach
Rs.15000 crores by 2010.
 Green Building Concept and Potential in Delhi

The construction sector, particularl, real estate is
growing at a phenomenal pace in Delhi. The crucial
issue is whether such construction is customer
friendly.

To my mind a green building encompasses the
following:
- In harmony with the natural features surrounding
the site.
- Minimizes use of toxic and hazardous substances in
design, construction, and use of building premises.
Controls air, water and sound pollution through
efficient technology.

Takes recourse to recycling of waste including
wastewater, waste paper, biodegradable and non-
biodegradable waste and electronic waste. Green
architecture implies waste minimization designs and
waste recycling solutions within the building

Uses non-renewable energy sources like solar
energy to preserve the environment and ensure
energy savings.

Adopts Rainwater harvesting structures to recharge
ground water during monsoon and its efficient use.

The building sector has the single largest potential
for energy efficiency and it is estimated that 20%
savings are clearly possible by adopting the green
building concept.
 Directions to all Departments of the Govt.

Under the Energy Conservation Act, 2001, the
following directions have been issued by the
Govt. of Delhi:
- Mandatory use of Solar Water Heating
Systems.

- Mandatory use of CFLs and Electronic Chokes
in Government Buildings and Government
Aided Institutions, Boards, Corporations.

- Mandatory use of ISI marked Motor Pump
sets, Power Capacitors, Foot/Reflex Valves etc.
in agriculture sector.

- In consultation with the Manufacturers and
Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (GOI),
Rs.6,000/- is given as rebate/incentive to
domestic user of SWH.

The Energy & Resources Institute, New
Delhi appointed as Consultant for
implementation of the various provisions of
the Energy Conservation Act in the State.

In selected areas of three DISCOMs, viz.
I.P. Extension, Vikaspuri & Rohini Sector – 9
awareness on Energy Efficiency is created
among the members of RWAs. Booklet on
Solar Water Heater & FAQ on Akshay Urja
for children has been published.

NDMC has installed energy efficient lighting
systems and electronic chokes resulting in
1000 KW reduction in demand so far till
2006. In the year 2008, it will be to the
tune of 560 KW and 2000 KW in 2009.
 Green Buildings by Delhi
Government Departments
For the Green Building concept, several departments
of the Delhi Govt. are taking the following steps:

Municipal Corporation of Delhi is adopting this
concept in its 28 storeyed new civic center coming up
at Minto Road and in its multilevel car parking.

Delhi Transco Ltd. is constructing its Corporate office
of 9000 sq. m. with the Energy conservation Building
Code (ECBC). Which will cut down power
consumption by 30%.

PWD proposes to adopt the concept of green
building in their 500 bedded GTB Hospital, Dwaraka
Hospital, Thiagraja Sports Complex and Delhi
Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research.

PWD will adopt optimum energy efficiency in air
conditioning, lighting, water saving systems and
fixtures, use of solar energy for water heating and
lighting, rainwater harvesting system and Effluent
Treatment Plants (ETPs) etc. PWD is also working
towards climatic control in its buildings to conserve
energy. It is experimenting with trenchless
technology and pollution free Hot Mix Plant.

Delhi International Airport Ltd. (DIAL) is planning to
construct large terminal buildings and also the
additional runway and is keen for adoption of green
building technologies and energy efficient lighting
etc.

Delhi Government is implementing the MOEF
notification regarding mandatory use of fly-ash
bricks or blocks or tiles by all construction agencies
in Delhi.

DDA is planning to convert the entire Games village
for the Commonwealth Games into a green building.
CPWD is also working on green stadia for the
Commonwealth Games.

The Traffic Police has been asked by the
Environment Department to adopt LED
technology in all their traffic signals in Delhi
since LED’s have 11 years life and are
without mercury.

All these projects will be created as CDM
projects and Dept. of Environment is
regularly monitoring all such activities.

CPWD has estimated that retrofit
arrangement for lighting and air-conditioning
can result in 50% saving of energy in all
public utility buildings.
Thanks