Archive · 9 Jun 2025
City Needs Push for Green Building Standards
Imagine buildings that are good for the environment!
Right now, many smaller buildings in the city don't use these special 'green' methods.
Green buildings use less energy and water.
The government gives builders extra space if they build green, which can save residents money on their bills.
But, some builders of small buildings don't want to because it costs more, and they may not be able to sell them at a higher price.
Experts say it is important to build green to save resources and make the Earth livable for future generations.
This is why there is a push to make all buildings green.
Many standalone buildings in the city are not built with green building norms.
Green buildings are designed to reduce AC use and water wastage.
Residents of green buildings could save up to 40% on energy bills.
The state government offers incentives like more floor area for green building projects.
Some builders avoid green norms due to increased costs and potential difficulty selling.
- Who
- Architects, engineers, officials, builders, and residents
- What
- Standalone buildings in the city are not adhering to green building norms.
- When
- Recent
- Where
- Calcutta and New Town
- Why
- To conserve natural resources and reduce energy use and also because the choices made now determine the liveability for future generations.
Architects and Builders
State Government
Adoption of Green Building Norms
Architects and Builders
Some architects say that adhering to green building norms may not be feasible for small projects due to costs and potential inability to sell at higher rates.
State Government
The state government offers more floor area for projects that adhere to green building norms, encouraging adoption.
- Building Type Not Using Green Norms
- Standalone buildings
- Potential Energy Bill Savings
- Up to 40%
- Government Incentive
- More floor area
- Approximate Cost Increase for Green Measures
- 10%
- Green Building Features
- Air conditioner usage reduced, water wastage stopped