The boom in the construction sector has proved to be a bane on the environment. As high rises dominate the landscape, the level of green house gases is also rising with it. In order to make construction sector sustainable to environment, it is important to include Green Building Materials in the construction process.
The construction sector has always been very demanding on the environment. The pollution caused by the construction sector can be divided into three broad headings which are enlisted below:
1) Air Pollution:
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Diesel engine exhaust
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Silica and other metal dust
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Demolition
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Burning
2) Water Pollution:
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Diesel and oil
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Paints
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Solvents
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Toxic Cleaners
3) Noise Pollution:
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Heavy Equipments
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Vehicles
The above factors make our surrounding unfit for our survival. The air that we breathe is generally enriched with toxins and it is very difficult to treat the poisoned water. The cacophony also disrupts our regular sleep patterns and can cause elevated blood pressure.
Due to the above factors there is an increased pressure on the construction sector , to adopt sustainable and environmental friendly practices. Hence, Green Building materials are imperative to be included in the construction sector today.
Green Building Materials are reclaimed from recyclable sources. The primary sources of these materials is:
- Industrial waste
- Construction waste
- Agricultural waste
While industrial waste like flash is recycled to make cement, the landfills provide a lot of raw materials to develop recyclable construction bricks. One of the most innovative application is to use recyclable rubber to make stone patios and driveways.
Green Renovation makes buildings more accountable towards the environment as a whole. It involves interior and exterior decking to give a natural appearance to your homes. Some of the basic premise of green renovation are:
- Proper Ventilation of homes to ensure adequate flow of air.
- Using HVAC insulation to achieve climate control.
- Interior decking using sustainable wood products
- Providing foliage to exteriors, for proper heat regulation.
- Replacing water guzzling Astroturf with natural grass.
Exterior decking also involves the judicious use solar energy to cater to our energy needs. Solar panels not only beautify the landscape but also helps us in meeting our heating and lighting requirement. Green Residential Constructions also include gutter protection system. An efficient gutter protection system helps in rain water harvesting.
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