Grren BuildingsRATING SYSTEMS- in India.pptx

PPT tries to define the context, components, need ,process, role and importance of rating in the Indian Context along with details of the four rating systems made applicable in the country. However, India must explore the possibility of putting in place a unified system of green building rating uniform system of rating in order to avoid dilution, manipulation and bringing distortions in the quality of green buildings.

1. RATING SYSTEMS IN INDIA-- IGBC, GRIHA; LEED;GEM Ar. Jit Kumar Gupta [email protected]

2. Green Buildings- Buildings – directly/indirectly impact environment during ; -- construction, -- occupation, -- renovation, -- repurposing, and -- demolition, Because they consume-------------------------- --energy– -- water -- raw materials and -- generate waste --emit harmful gases. Which has lead to------ -- creating green buildings -- evolving green building standards for --- certifications,-- rating systems -- for evaluating/ mitigating-- adverse impact of buildings - on natural environment through sustainable Buildings

3. Green Buildings -- need Sustainable /Energy efficient/Eco-friendly/ Resource efficient/ Green Buildings - concepts originated in USA – with genesis in --energy ( fossil oil) crisis of 1960s/70s --environmental pollution concerns of 1960s/70s --Rachel Carson book-“Silent Spring”- 1962 -- Critical Role of buildings- adversely impacting environment/resources -- need for promoting energy efficient /environment friendly  construction practices -- achieving environmental, economic, and social benefits .

4. Green Buildings -- approach - involves integrated design of -- new construction/ retrofitting  existing structures. -bringing together-practices, codes techniques, skills- - for reducing /eliminating- adverse impacts of buildings on environment /human health by---- - taking advantage of renewable resources -- using sunlight through passive solar and photovoltaic  equipment, --using plants / trees,  green roofs, rain gardens, reducing rainwater run-off -- using low-impact building materials using packed gravel/ permeable concrete-- instead of conventional concrete /asphalt- -- to enhance replenishment of ground water .

5. Green Buildings- APPROACH Based on-- Practices /technologies of green building – which constantly evolving /devolving-- However, fundamental principles remain same: Involves-i.Harmonising building design - with nature/natural features / resources surrounding site. ii.Rationalising -Siting, structure design efficiency/ reducing self- loads Iii . Promoting - energy /water / material efficiency , iv. Specifying - 'green' building materials from local sources, v. Ensuring/enhancing --indoor environmental quality , vi. Optimizing- operations/maintenance -Reducing waste/toxic vii. Optimizing systems-- generate on-site renewable energy. viii. Promoting-- intelligent cooling systems - saving energy. ix. involving-Smarter/intelligent lighting system- automatically switch on/ off x.- Using air based flushing system in toilets -- reducing water use xi.-Using energy efficient LED’s – avoiding incandescent lamp, xii. Using energy efficient appliances

6. Green Buildings- Construction- directly/ indirectly impact environment. - Number of green building rating systems established -- for mitigating these impacts through ; - encouragement, - measurement - recognition of -- sustainable building performance. - first green rating system in world launched in 1990 -- when sustainable design concept started gaining popularity. First r ating system was   Building Research Establishment’s Environmental Assessment Method (BREEAM ) M any others followed suit

7. Green BUILDINGS- Global ratings Globally – all nations evolving rating system to evaluate green buildings -- British uses - BREEAM (Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method)- first rating system in world (LEED)- Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design-  second rating systems developed –in U.S.G.B C  World Green Building Council --—uses EDGE (Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies) -- Green Star -- used in Australia Green Building Index (GBI)-- used in Malaysia. LEED – used by Canada, DGNB-- used by--Germany)- Deutsche Gesellschaft für Nachhaltiges Bauen e.V. ,2007 CASBEE -- by Japan-- Comprehensive Assessment System for Built Environment Efficiency

8. Indian Rating systems India Presently uses 4 RATING SYSTEMS-- FOR GREEN BUILDINGS- IGBC- Indian Green Building Council- - accounts for > 90%India’s green rated buildings GRIHA- Green Rating for Integrated Habitat Assessment LEED- Leadership in Energy and Environment Design GEM- Green and Eco-Friendly Movement

9. Green rating of buildings Green rating in India a recent phenomenon Started in the year 2001 Jointly by CII and USGBC Presently four rating agencies involved in India GEM is the latest entrant in the field India’s Sustainable building market estimated to double by 2022 at 10 billion sqft , valuing around USD 35-50 billion,   India ranks only second after USA-- in terms of number of green projects and --built-up area. only about 5% of total built up area is rated as green

10. RATING OF GREEN BUILDINGS Rating is a tool : -- to assess level of greenness in a building -- Helps designers to apply green concepts -- reduce environmental impacts that are measurable. --- provide methodologies for promoting sustainability in diverse climatic zones Rating system--  for certifying Green Buildings. -- is a framework -- for assessing building performance -- against set criteria and -- standard points of references Rating helps in— i Assessing performance of building ii Evaluating environmental performance of a building -- over entire life cycle, Iii Providing standard for a ‘green building’. iv Striking balance between established practices / emerging concepts to make them sustainable .

11. RATING OF GREEN BUILDINGS 4 Rating agencies in country– ; --IGBC ( Indian Green Building Council ) GRIHA( Green Rating for Integrated Habitat Assessment ) LEED( Leadership in Energy and Environment Design ) GEM Rating-( Green and Eco-Friendly Movement )- ASSOCHAM Each rating system has defined Criteria for evaluation Buildings rated on those defined criteria Each criteria has defined weightage Rating programme developed through studies/ consultative processes involving stakeholders --Architects/Engineers/ builders/ consultants /Developers/ owners/ institutions/ manufacturers /industry - Rating is voluntary --N o uniform system of rating in country --Govt. provides incentives to green rated buildings-- FAR , -- rebates in building plan scrutiny fee based on rating of buildings

12. INDIAN GREEN BUILDING COUNCIL-IGBC-- RATING SYSTEM FOR NEW GREEN BUILDINGS

13. Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) One of Centre of excellence of Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) - formed by Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) in 2001.  IGBC is a non--profit research institution -- having offices in CII- Sohrabji Godrej Green Business Centre, Hyderabad -- Housed in India’s first LEED certified Platinum Rated Green building -- IGBC had agreement with- LEED for using/applying Green Building Standard from USGBC. Developed independent ratings based on Indian context IGBC -- Vision for green buildings -Making India-- torch bearer in green buildings. - Ensure sustainable built environment for all -- Make become global leaders in sustainable built environment by 2022. —( 10 bsft of green footprints by 2022)

14. Indian Green Building Council(IGBC) All IGBC Rating systems are; -voluntary - consensus based - market driven- building programs - Based on five natural elements- Panch-bhutas Blend of ancient architectural practices and Modern technological innovations Following national codes- NBC; ECBC Covering practically all typologies of buildings- 29 Ratings-- Residential, commercial, industrial, institutional, healthcare, metros, townships, villages, landscape, towns, SEZs Rating system applicable in all 5 climate zones National by choice-Global in performance IGBC has 100-point based system comprising of 52 parameters –including 12 core points,-- which are mandatory& 40 others Four levels of certification –certified, silver, gold and platinum -- awarded based on number of points earned. -- minimum points required for certification – 40 - Certification valid for 3 years from date of issue. Require revalidation after three years.

15. Godrej Sohrab ji Building- Hyderabad- India’s first platinum rated building

16. IGBC Rating Systems

17. Daylighting Local materials Indian Way of approaching design Rediscovery of the Indian ethos We worship 5 elements of Nature (Panchabhutas) Prithvi (Earth) Sustainable Sites Jal (Water) Water Efficiency Agni (Energy) Energy Efficiency Vayu (Air) Indoor Environmental Quality Akash (Sky) Daylight Views Water body

18. Overview and Process of rating IGBC Green New Buildings rating system -- addresses green features under following 7 categories:  Sustainable Architecture and Design  Site Selection and Planning  Water Conservation  Energy Efficiency  Building Materials and Resources  Indoor Environmental Quality  Innovations and Development

19.   i . Sustainable Architecture & Design- 5/5 Integrated design approach, Site preservation, Passive Architecture ii Site Selection and Planning - 14/14   basic amenities, --proximity to local transport, natural topography, tree preservation, heat island reduction, low emitting vehicle, outdoor light pollution, facilities for construction workers etc iii. Water Conservation -- 18/19   Rain water harvesting – roof/non-roof, efficient plumbing fixtures, Sustainable landscape design , waste water treatment/recycling, water metering iv Energy Conservation --28/30   use of Chloro- fluoro -carbon-free equipment, Minimum energy consumption , enhanced energy efficiency, On/off site renewable energy generation, energy saving measures in appliances / other equipment energy metering and management Parameters for Evaluating Green Buildings(52= 10 Mandatory+42 Others )

20.   v. Building Materials/Resources– 16/16   handling of construction waste materials, reuse of salvaged materials, using green building materials, products and equipment organic waste management- post occupation, waste segregation- post occupation vi Indoor Environment Quality- 12/9   tobacco smoke control, fresh air ventilation , CO2 monitoring, low emitting compound materials, paints and adhesives, Day lighting,-- outdoor view, indoor/outdoor pollution Indoor Air Quality management during construction, Indoor Air Quality testing after construction/ before occupation vii. Innovations and Development -- 7/7   Innovations in design process, optimisation of structural design, Waste water reuse during construction.   IGBC accredited professional Parameters for Evaluating Green Buildings:

21. RATING OF NEW GREEN BUILDINGS

22. RATING OF NEW GREEN BUILDINGS

23. RATING OF NEW GREEN BUILDINGS

24. Procedure--Registration Project teams interested in IGBC Project certification --must first register with IGBC.  --Registration first step --which helps establish contact with IGBC -- and provides access to required -- documents, -- templates, -- important communications and -- other necessary information. Once the project is registered, --project team can start -- preparing for documentation & calculations -- to satisfy mandatory requirements and -- credit submittal requirements

25. Project Certification Certification-- To achieve IGBC rating -- project must satisfy all mandatory requirements and -- achieve minimum number of credit points -- project teams expected to provide supporting documents-- at preliminary / final stage of submission, Submit following documents; 1 General information about project, including a. Project brief stating-- type, type of spaces, occupancy, number of floors,--area statement, etc. b.1 General drawings (in PDF format only): i. Master/ Site plan-- ii. Parking plans --iii. Floor plans-- iv. Elevations --v. Sections c. Photographs / Rendered images 2. Filled-in templates 3. Narratives / supporting documentation – ---drawings, calculations (in excel sheets), ---declarations / contract documents --- purchase invoices, manufacturer cut-sheets / letters / material test reports, for each mandatory requirement and credit .

26. Project Certification Project documentation submitted in two phases -- - Preliminary submittal and -- Final submittal:  Preliminary phase involves -- submission of all documents—including mandatory requirements and minimum number of credits. preliminary submission-- review by third party assessors -- review comments provided within 30 days. The next phase involves ; -- submission of clarifications to preliminary review queries and final submittal -- Review provided within 30 days, after which rating awarded. -- mandatory requirements and credits earned at preliminary review only considered as expected. Mandatory requirements and credits not awarded –until final documents submitted,-- along with additional documents showing implementation of design features. If changes made in any ‘expected credits’-- after preliminary review,-- changes need to be documented /resubmitted during final review. Certification awarded only after completion of projects/documentation/ /site inspection/evaluation of projects

27. Project Certification Appeal In rare cases, mandatory requirements/ credits get denied due to misinterpretation of intent. On receipt of final review -- if project team feels -- sufficient grounds exist --to appeal for a credit denied in final review, -- project team has-- option to appeal to IGBC -- for reassessment of denying mandatory requirements and/ or credits. -- documentation of mandatory requirements / credits seeking appeal may be resubmitted to IGBC along with necessary fees -- IGBC-- to take 30 working days to review such documentation --. If appeal is pursued-- a different review team will assess appeal documentation.

28. Project Pre--Certification Precertification Projects by developers can register for Precertification.-- option provided for projects going for precertification at design stage. Documentation submitted for precertification-- must detail project design features – to be be implemented. Rating awarded under precertification -- based on project design details complying with requirements of rating system. precertification rating awarded need not necessarily correspond to final certification. Pre-certification applicable to the following rating systems: IGBC New Buildings (Tenant-occupied buildings) IGBC Green Homes IGBC Green Townships IGBC Green SEZs IGBC offers Provisional certification for projects applying for MoEF Clearance. Provisional certification process -- same as precertification process. Provisional certification -- applicable to following rating systems: IGBC New Buildings - Owner occupied buildings IGBC Green Factory Building

29. Project Pre--Certification Projects seeking precertification to submit following documentation: 1. Filled in Templates 2.Narratives / supporting documentation-- such as drawings, calculations (in excel sheets), declarations/ contract documents, purchase invoices, manufacturer cut sheets/ letters/ material test reports, etc., for each mandatory requirement/ credit. IGBC to take 30 working days to review first set of precertification documents. On receiving clarifications posed in first review, IGBC to take another 30 working days to award precertification A certificate and a letter are provided to projects on precertification. Pre- certified projects -- required to provide status of project to IGBC, -- in relation to rating, once in every six months -- until award of final rating. -- Pre-certification gives owner/ developer-- a unique advantage to market project to potential buyers.

30. FEE – certification- feb 15,2020

31. FEE – certification- feb 15,2020

32. Green Rating for Integrated Habitat Assessment--- GRIHA

33. Green Rating for Integrated Habitat Assessment– GRIHA-- INTRODUCTION Green Rating for Integrated Habitat Assessment (GRIHA) jointly developed by TERI( The Energy and Research Institute) /Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, Government of India. A green building design evaluation system Buildings rated in a three-tier process. i . Online submission of documents-- as per prescribed criteria ii. Site visit iii. Evaluation of building by team of professionals/ experts from GRIHA Secretariat.  GRIHA rating system consists of 34 criteria --Broadly categorised in four different sections.   ( 1) Site selection and site planning, (2) Conservation and efficient utilization of resources-- Energy/ water/building material/waste management (3) Building operation and maintenance (4) Innovations. Rating awarded based on stars- 1 to 5, depending on score Minimum score needed - 50

34. GRIHA Version 3   GRIHA V 3 rating system consists of 34 criteria covering subjects such as; --sustainable site planning, -- energy and water optimization, -- sustainable building materials, -- waste management and -- building operations & maintenance. Bonus points for strategies implemented over / above listed GRIHA Criteria Eligibility All buildings which are; -- in the design stage and -- have built up area more than 2,500 m2 -- eligible for certification under GRIHA. -- Building types include / not limited to offices, retail spaces, institutional buildings, hotels, hospital buildings, healthcare facilities, residences, and multi-family high-rise buildings

35. GRIHA Version 3 Criteria and their weight-age GRIHA -- a performance-oriented system where points are earned --for meeting design/ performance intent of criteria. -- Each criterion has certain points assigned -- project demonstrating compliance with a criterion -- would achieve associated points. -- GRIHA is a 100-point system --consisting of some core points, -- which are mandatory, -- while the rest are optional. -- Different levels of certification --one star to five stars -- awarded based on number of points earned. -- minimum points required for certification -- 50

36. GRIHA Rating

37. GRIHA Rating

38. GRIHA Rating

39. GRIHA Rating

40. GRIHA Rating

41. RATING PROCESS Compliances in relevant criterion to be submitted in prescribed format. While few criteria are self-validating in nature, others-- such as energy consumption, thermal / visual comfort, noise control/ indoor pollution levels need validation on-site through performance monitoring. points related to these criteria awarded provisionally -- while certifying and -- converted into firm points --through monitoring, validation, and documents/photographs to support award of point

42. Rating Process i . Registration -- A project must be registered with GRIHA Council -- through GRIHA website -- by filling registration form online. -- Registration preferably done at beginning of a project --because several issues need to be addressed at pre-design stage -- process includes access to essential information related to rating. ii. Post-registration workshop  -- orientation workshop conducted by GRIHA Council --, for entire project team --comprising of owner, architect, MEP( mechanical, electrical and plumbing) Consultants, landscape consultants, project manager, etc. -- Workshop serves dual purpose of; -- Creating awareness of GRIHA System for all involved and -- identification / evaluation of optional criteria -- enhancing rating of project. .

43. Rating Process iii. Online Submission of documents  Project required to provide; -- documentary evidence -- to demonstrate compliance with criteria. -- list of documents mentioned in GRIHA Manual. -- compliance documents submitted through online portal on GRIHA website. -- Submitted documents -- checked / vetted by GRIHA Council. .

44. Rating Process iv. Due Diligence --Three site visits conducted to verify compliances on site. -- first visit done-- when project at plinth level, -- second done --when structural work completed/ interior finishing in progress. -- third/final site visit done--after preliminary document assessment by GRIHA Experts to include--. 1. Public Health 2. Landscape design 3. Solar Passive design and architecture 4. Building Energy systems 5. Renewable energy 6. Plumbing engineering v. Evaluation process   -- Complete /consolidated rating documents submitted sent for third-party review. -- Third party reviewers-identified/trained by GRIHA Council -- On-site checks carried out by GRIHA Council -- during project execution phase -- for auditing green features-- as part of Due-Diligence visits .

45. RATING PROCESS --Submission report from online portal sent to evaluators. -- Evaluators award provisional points /comment on specific criteria, -- Evaluation report sent to client for review/ to increase score. -- Evaluation Committee Report to include incomplete/detailing required. -- Client given one-month to resubmit documents -- Resubmitted documents to comprise only additional documents / information desired. --Resubmitted documents --again put through vetting process --Evaluation committee then award final score . Final score -- presented to National Advisory committee -- comprising eminent / renowned professionals -- for approval/award of provisional rating. -- Final rating subject to an independent energy audit of project --after a year of commissioning building. --Rating valid for five years from date of commissioning of building. -- GRIHA authorised to random on-site audit of any criteria for which points awarded.

46. RATING fee - Registration fee calculated based on following formula Built-up area* Registration fee (excluding tax) -- 5000 m2 (Rs.3,14,000) plus -- Rs.3.75 per m2 above 5000) (*Excluding basements) -- for building area -- 1,50,000 m2 registration fee shall be : First 5000 m2 = Rs.3,14,000/- Remaining area 1,50,000 – 5,000 = 1,45,000 @ 3.75 per m2 = Rs.5,43,750/- Total registration fee == (Rs.5,43,750/- + Rs.3,14,000/-) = Rs.8,57,750/ - Registration fee includes: -- 1. One-day workshop for project team to explain— -- rating system and -- allocate roles / responsibilities for consultants involved. -- If workshop outside NCR of Delhi-- cost of travel/board/lodging borne by client. 2. Evaluation fee-- paid to external evaluators -- who assess project submittals. -- Due diligence visits related expenditure– travel/ stay cost of two members of GRIHA team-- for three visits to site borne / reimbursed by client.

47. SVA GRIHA

48. SVAGRIHA (Small Versatile Affordable- GRIHA -- SVAGRIHA - a simplified, faster, easier/ more affordable green building rating system -- functions as a design cum-rating tool. --designed for projects with built-up area less than 2500 sqm . -- help in design /rating of individual residences, small offices, commercial and institutional buildings. -Rating comprises only 14 criteria-- analyzed using software tool-- comprising simplified calculators. -- Calculators filled for areas / quantities of materials by architect/consultant-- using information from construction drawings – When completed-- tool will inform architect/consultant number of points achieved -- in particular criterion/ overall points.

49. SVAGRIHA (Small Versatile Affordable- GRIHA --PROCESS  Registration of project  Submission of completed software tool and documentation  Internal review of documentation  Site visit post construction due diligence check (mandatory)  External evaluation of project  Award of Rating

50. SVAGRIHA (Small Versatile Affordable- GRIHA --evaluation

51. SVAGRIHA (Small Versatile Affordable- GRIHA --evaluation To achieve a SVAGRIHA rating each project must achieve --certain number of points in each category as mentioned below. --to ensure project reduces overall environmental impact -- not just impact through energy / water. --Based on number of points project attempts, -- rating provided as mentioned in table:

52. SVAGRIHA (Small Versatile Affordable- GRIHA --evaluation

53. Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design -- LEED

54. The Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design (LEED) LEED-- rating system developed for certifying Green Buildings. LEED -- developed by U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), -- organization promoting sustainability through Green Buildings. LEED -- framework for assessing building performance -- against set criteria and standard points of references. -- benchmarks for Rating System developed in 2000 -- currently available for; Existing Buildings (EB) New Construction (NC) Core and Shell (C&S) Green Homes

55. LEED CERTIFICATION Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED-INDIA) Green Building Rating System a recognized point of reference both in our country/ worldwide for design, construction / operation of high performance green buildings. Supplies building owners, architects, consultants, developers, facility managers/ project managers -- paraphernalia they require to design, construct and operate green buildings. Principal features of a green building include; -- valuable use of soil and landscapes, -- resourceful utilization of water, --usage of energy efficient and Eco-friendly apparatus, -- operational control & building management systems, -- use of renewable energy, -- use of recycled or recyclable materials -- better indoor air quality / air circulation for health and comfort. LEED-INDIA -- councils gives a green rating to a structure

56. LEED CERTIFICATION Under LEED 2009, there are 100 possible base points- Criteria- 65 in all, 7 mandatory and 58 others distributed across six credit categories: -- Sustainable Sites -- Water Efficiency --Energy and Atmosphere", -- Materials and Resources", --Indoor Environmental Quality", and --Innovation in Design". Up to 10 additional points may be earned-- four for Regional Priority Credits, and six for Innovation in Design Certification level Buildings can qualify for four levels of certification: Certified:  40–49 points Silver:  50-59 points Gold:  60-79 points Platinum:  80 points and above

57. LEED CERTIFICATION

58. LEED CERTIFICATION

59. LEED CERTIFICATION

60. LEED CERTIFICATION

61. GEM Rating - Green and Eco-Friendly Movement---- SUSTAINABILITY CERTIFICATION PROGRAM- ASSOCHAM- Association of Chambers and Trade Associations

62. GEM-SUSTAINABILITY CERTIFICATION PROGRAM ASSOCHAM  has launched the “ GEM Sustainability (Green) Certification Program”- Green and Eco-Friendly Movement  -- to promote environment friendly green building design and construction. GEM Sustainability Certification Rating Program--- based upon  BEE ECBC 2017 and NBC 2016 . award  Sustainability Certification Rating to; -- Housing, - Urban Developments, -- Residential, Commercial, -- Hotels, College, Universities, Schools, -- Factory buildings and related developments.

63. GEM-SUSTAINABILITY CERTIFICATION PROGRAM All existing, new and upcoming buildings can participate in this program.  GEM Sustainability Certification Rating Program – -- aims sustainability of a given development throughout its lifecycle from design through construction to operation.   GEM Sustainability Certification Reference Guide  --provides design guidance / detailed requirements for rating a project’s potential performance. Project team can go for a  Certification of Intent  (Pre-certification / Provisional Certification--) rating during pre-design, design or construction stages of the project and  Final Certification  rating when the building is complete. Pre-certification / Provisional Certification / Certification of Intent rating  will be awarded-- within 50 days from the date of the project registration with ASSOCHAM depending upon construction stages of project. ASSOCHAM is offering special onetime fee to the projects. 

64. GEM-SUSTAINABILITY CERTIFICATION PROGRAM

65. GEM-SUSTAINABILITY CERTIFICATION PROGRAM

66. GEM-SUSTAINABILITY CERTIFICATION PROGRAM GEM Sustainability Certification Rating --  Twenty Eight Principles  . Points awarded for each Suggested requirement achieved. Scale-- 0-130 point . Project will achieve  GEM 1 to GEM 5  rating levels --depending upon project design –including building architectural and elevation design, materials used during construction, HVAC, lighting and plumbing system designs, water and energy consumption of the building. --all Essential Principle requirements must be fulfilled along with a minimum number of Principle points. GEM 5 will be the highest achievable rating level in this program. Key benefits of the certification – Review of all design documents -- Architectural, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing and Landscape by Sustainability experts for further value addition from green building perspective. Energy /water efficient building design ---reduce the energy and water consumption of the building. Design of a building ---that will utilize maximum daylight, fresh air and provide healthy environment to building occupants. Sustainability Certification rating will give additional marketing mileage to projects over other conventional buildings. 

67. GEM-SUSTAINABILITY CERTIFICATION PROGRAM

68. GEM-SUSTAINABILITY CERTIFICATION PROGRAM

69. GEM-SUSTAINABILITY CERTIFICATION PROGRAM GEM Levels GEM 1- All essential requirements and 40 - 49 points-- GEM 2--All essential requirements and 50 - 64 points GEM 3-- All essential requirements and 65 - 84 points GEM 4-- All essential requirements and 85 - 104 points GEM 5-- All essential requirements and 105 points or above 

70. Incentives for Green Buildings

71. Gov. Incentives to Green Building Projects Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change – MoEFC — fast tack environmental clearance for certified green building projects Government of Punjab PUDA-- additional 5% (FAR)-- free of charge- 100 %exemption of building scrutiny fee- for Gold rated buildings Urban Development Dept, Govt of Rajasthan --  additional free 7.5%, 10% and 15% FAR for Silver, Gold ,Platinum rated projects Government of West Bengal additional 10% FAR -- Department of Municipal Affairs additional 10% FAR -- Gold -- Government of West Bengal (New Kolkata Development Authority)  . Green building projects in MSME sector -- financial assistance at concessional rates- Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) Government of Maharashtra -- Urban Dev Department—   -- a dditional FAR of 3%, 5% ,7% for Silver, Gold and Platinum respectively. Public Works Department (PWD)-- renovation of existing buildings / development of all new government buildings in Maharashtra --carried out as per IGBC Green Building Rating system

72. Gov. Incentives to Green Building Projects Government of Uttar Pradesh — Additional 5% FAR-- free of charge --for Gold rated Buildings Additional 5% FAR free- Greater Noida Industrial Dev Authority --for gold rated projects Government of Andhra Pradesh 25% subsidy-- on fixed capital investment for buildings-MSME /large projects Municipal Administration and Urban Dev Department : 20% Reduction on Permit Fees If property sold within three year--, one-time reduction of 20% on Duty on Transfer of Property Government of Himachal Pradesh --  -- additional 10% FAR for projects rated Gold / Platinum Urban Dev and Housing Department, Jharkhand— --  additional FAR of 3%, 5% , 7% for Silver, Gold , Platinum buildings . Government of Haryana (Town & Country Planning Department),   --additional FAR -6%, 9% , 12% for Silver, Gold , Platinum buildings Industries Commissionerate, Government of Gujarat --   50% of consulting charges or Rs. 2.50 Lacs , whichever is less, -- for Industrial building >2,000 Sq. Mts. built up area which obtain green rating Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC),Pune Metro Region Dev Authori -- offers an additional FAR of 3%, 5% and 7% for Silver, Gold and Platinum .

73. WAY FORWARD

74. WAY FORWARD- to promote green Make Green and sustainability as your way of living Make Green - integral part of your teaching and learning Make Green Buildings integral part of study curricula Create a student Chapter - for promoting industry/student interface- getting connected with green movement-participating in national competitions listening to experts—making value addition to teaching/learning Preparing yourself/ students- for Accredited professional exam- as a career option in green buildings. Preparing/involving students for understanding, appreciating/ adopting green building concepts& practices Making students undertake assessment/ analysis of greenness of institute-- make suggestions - through their innovative ideas Making your institute operationally cost- effective—by Retrofitting –saving energy/water-through changing energy/ public health fixtures- Facilitating learning- students/teachers--Improve indoor air quality by making indoor plants part of class rooms-

75. Best air purifying plants for general air cleanliness Areca Palm Snake Plant Best Air Purifier Money Plant Removes Nitrogen Oxides & absorbs formaldehydes Improving Indoor Air Quality through Plants – Air Purifiers

76. ‘ A Green building makes you Happy, Healthy and More Productive Provides highest level of indoor environment Quality Optimizes Resources, Reduces Waste, Reduces Carbon Footprints makes building operations cost effective and energy efficient – ‘Natural Capitalism’