Green building

Green building

Also known as green construction or sustainable building, it is a practice to construct buildings that are environmentally responsible, resource-efficient and healthy places to live and work.

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greywater

Construction; Green building

Wastewater generated in buildings from sources like dishwashers, laundry machines, and toilets.

green roof

Construction; Green building

A building roof covered fully or partially by vegetation, preventing stormwater runoff and absorbing carbon dioxide from the air.

green premium

Construction; Green building

An increase in project costs associated with the inclusion of green features.

hydroelectric

Construction; Green building

The generation of electricity powered by the energy of moving water.

low emitting materials

Construction; Green building

Materials (such as adhesives, sealants, paints, and carpets) giving off little or no contaminants that may be odorous, irritating and/or harmful to the comfort and well-being of installers and ...

net present value

Construction; Green building

A method of financial appraisal measuring the returns or losses of a long term project by comparing the value of a dollar at the time of investment to the value of that same dollar in the future.