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Green practices are proven to increase efficiency and save money
Commercial buildings, including office spaces are responsible for over 40% operating expenses borne by the business. It is estimated that office and residential buildings will contribute to 8% of the total global energy by the year 2050. It is also estimated that commercial buildings all over the world alone will release 3,800 megatons of carbon by 2050. This is why sustainable practices in construction as well as maintenance and management are of paramount importance.
What is a sustainable building?
Sustainable buildings are those that are designed, constructed, and maintained or managed in a way that minimizes their impact on the environment. Green or sustainable buildings are focused on protecting and conserving the environment at a local front. They are designed to use less energy and employ sustainable maintenance strategies for preventing wastage. A lot of people think that sustainable buildings come out to be expensive in the long run. Whereas, in reality these buildings prove to be more energy efficient and can have a lower overall cost with the right approach.
Why do we need sustainable buildings?
Green buildings used to be avoided because of added expenses. However, now sustainable buildings actually help in reducing the overall cost. They reduce energy consumption and also increase overall revenue. Clients and customers favor businesses that employ sustainable practices.
What are the principles of sustainability?
Sustainable building principles incorporate different elements that are aimed at net-zero impact. These are a few pertinent principles that are usually part of all kinds of sustainability initiatives:
* Using renewable technology and energies
* Reducing waste
* Reducing wastewater
* Using ethical materials
* Reducing pollution and carbon emissions
* Creating a safer and cleaner working environment through sustainable facility maintenance, such as improving indoor air quality by replacing air filters as scheduled
* Using environmentally friendly and green methods and processes for construction and maintenance
Why is building maintenance important?
Building maintenance and management may seem daunting for leasers or companies that own large buildings. It may even seem superfluous to some, especially when the building is functioning and running smoothly. However, there are several reasons that make consistent and proper building maintenance necessary and imperative. Every building tends to...