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Overcoming Challenges of Climate Change, Global Warming & Sustainability Through Green Schools
- 1. Overcoming Challenges of ClimateChange, GlobalWarming & SustainabilityThrough Green Schools Jit Kumar Gupta Chairman, Chandigarh Chapter, IGBC, Chandigarh [email protected]
- 8. Burj Khalifa- 829m height & 209 floors
- 9. Buildings- Role andImportance Buildings- Started journey , day human beings came on earth Buildings- going to stay till human beings are there Buildings- were there, are there, shall continue to be there Buildings-- Constitute manmade environment Buildings-- integral part of human history, growth and development since inception Buildings -- would continue to define future journey of human growth Buildings-- remain vital for human growth Buildings – living organism Buildings – cater to all human activities Buildings- full of dualities and contradictions Buildings -- largest consumers of energy Buildings - largest consumers of resources Buildings – largest generators of waste Buildings- largest polluter of environment /ecology Buildings --- responsible for largest carbon footprints Buildings -- responsible for global warming Buildings -- major determinant of global sustainability
- 10. Buildings- Role andImportance Buildings– providers of optimum/worst living conditions Buildings -- make people healthy/sick Buildings --critical - because 80-90% human life spent in buildings Demand of buildings- will go on increasing with increase in number of human beings & changing needs of society Buildings – Never Static and never Finite Buildings – changing over a period of time Buildings- vital to overcome human/ ecological concerns Making Buildings Sustainable-- essential to conserving/ make value addition to resources, environment ,ecology
- 11. Buildings- Role andImportance Studies revealed — A Green School-- makes learning easy and more meaningful A Green House--- makes people happy and healthy A Green Hospital-- cures patients quickly A Green Shopping Mall-- can increase sale / profits Buildings – for construction require- Land, Material. Machinery, Technology, Men, Mobility, Money, Energy Buildings- of future will be slim, trim, tall, large volume, light weight, more energy-efficient, resource-efficient, time efficient, qualitative , sustainable, smart, sustainable more livable, technology and material driven. Energy/Water/Resource Efficient buildings, Eco-friendly Buildings, Net Zero Energy/water Buildings, High Performance buildings , Sustainable Buildings— are all included in Green Buildings.
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- 13. BUILDINGS AS CONSUMERSOF LARGE RESOURCES •Built environment impact environment / consumption of resources: 16% of world’s fresh water withdrawal. 25% of wood harvested. 30% of consumption of raw material. 45% of global energy consumption. 35% of world's CO2 emission 40% of Municipal solid waste. 50% of Ozone depleting CFC’s still in use. 30% of the residents having sick building syndrome ( Roodman and Lenssen, 1995) •70% global warming--outcome of buildings / transportation •Existing buildings--low concern for energy conservation. •Considering annual addition of- 700-900msqmts- energy/ environment implications can be critical. •Building- need to be designed /constructed and operated with utmost care for considerations--- energy/ sustainability/resources
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- 15. Advantages of GreenBuildings
- 16. Benefits of GreenBuildings
- 17. SDG 11- Makecities and human settlements inclusive ,safe, resilient and sustainable
- 18. Designing& Constructing Green Buildings DesigningGreen Buildings-
- 19. Designing Green Buildings 1.Designing with nature- using Natural/ Renewable Resources 2.--Design based on Climate Macro- Climate – Regional climate; Meso- Climate– local climate Micro- Climate--Site climate -- based on site characteristics, 3.--Orientation -- for optimizing natural light and heat gain/heat loss 4-- Sun movement-Optimising use of free solar energy for heating /lighting 5.--Wind direction---using movement of air for ventilation/ cooling 6. --Planning of Building-- to optimize site/shape of building, planning spaces, allocating uses, placing of rooms, circulation, promoting building efficiency, promoting natural sunlight, air and ventilation 7. --Designing Building Envelop--–positioning of openings and projections, planning for shading devices, determining height/ shape of building, natural lighting and ventilations etc 8.--Materials- Materials to be used for buildings- low embodied materials locally available and in natural form, lightweight – reducing self load 9.--Technology- cost- effective, material efficient, speedier construction, energy efficient 10.-Indoor Air Quality- Creating optimum living conditions for residents --
- 20. Daylighting Local materials ndian Wayof 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
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- 23. Site Analysis- Factorsconsidered i) Understanding Site ii) Location iii) Orientation iv) Wind direction v) Soil conditions vi) Topography vii)Vegetation &Natural Features viii) Hydrology and Precipitation ix) Infrastructures x) Surrounding Land uses & Buildings xi) Vision /Visual Linkages
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- 32. Cost effective strategyfor energy efficiency Reduce energy demand by passive measures Reduce energy demand by active measures Integration of renewable energy Least cost impact Some cost impact Highest cost impact • Climate responsive architectural design • Efficient building envelope • Daylight harvesting • Integration of natural sources for cooling & heating in building design. Offset energy demand from the grid by installing on-site renewable energy • Energy efficient equipment • Lights • Fans • Air- conditioners • Efficient building Operation & Maintenance through BMS (Building Management System) & Smart Metering
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- 38. • Reducing waterConsumption in schools • Water demand growing rapidly, • . schools can play vital role by ; • - teaching student’s importance of saving water; • -- adopting water-saving practices • -- adopting better water management, • --- reducing water waste • -saving money on bills, • -Methods of Reducing water consumption— 1.Fixing any leaks and drips 2. Using Water-saving toilets-use dual-flush/low- flow models. 3 Using Water-saving urinals-Turning off urinals after school hours/weekends/ holidays/reducing their flush frequency / urinal sensors / push-button flush urinals
- 39. Reducing water Consumptionin schools 4. Break the water- Mixing with Air-using aerators on taps 5. Promote Multiple use of water 6. Separate Black water and Gray Water 7 Harvesting rainwater--for toilet flushing instead of mains water – and reduce school’s carbon impact. 8 Rationalising Landscaping- Using Local trees &Reducing Green Grass/ drip irrigation 9 Creating a water action plan Conducting water audit to identify wise water consumption & setting guidelines for saving /conserving water a. 10 Involving staff and Students-- sharing findings about water conservation ,raising awareness, embedding water-saving habits. Every action,-- small, can things can school become water efficient. 11. Making Water Conservation integral Part of Teaching- learning 12. Turning off Sinks while washing hands 13 Using Buckets for cleaning schools/bathing
- 42. Water Efficient Fixtures Jal 8LPM 2/4 LPM 46% Water Savings Over Baseline 6/3 LPF 5 LPM
- 45. Green Material -Fly Ash Bricks
- 46. Bamboo- Advantages Bamboo--Higher Compressive Bamboo -- High Tensile Strength Earthquake Resistance – Lightweight -. Cost-effective Durable - Fast Growing Simple designing- Reducing use of wood Eco- friendly Promoting Employment Promoting Welfare of society/poor- Reduced Global warming-
- 48. Promoting health andwellbeing Promoting health and wellbeing by; Bringing fresh air inside/ Delivering good indoor air quality-- through ventilation-- avoiding materials / chemicals -- creating harmful /toxic emissions. Incorporating natural light / views--to ensure building users’ comfort /enjoyment of surroundings/ reducing lighting energy needs . Designing for ears/ eyes – through Acoustics /sound insulation-- for promoting concentration, recuperation/ peaceful enjoyment of a building-- in educational, health /residential buildings. Ensuring Environment comfort --through right indoor temperature Passive design/ using plants Building management and monitoring systems
- 49. Best air purifyingplants 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
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- 54. MAYAVAKI URBAN FORESTS •Miyawaki method is; •- an afforestation technique •-for cultivating fast-growing groves of native plants, -with dense, mixed planting •- intended to simulate layers of a natural forest. •Grove left alone-. Due to dense planting, seedlings grow quickly- competing for sunlight. •Originally developed by Japanese ecologist Akira Miyawaki in early 1970s for Nippon Steel, •- method adopted by •- various corporations, •- which planted Miyawaki forests both domestically and overseas
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- 59. Green School Rating- IGBC
- 60. • Role ,Relevance & Importance of Green Schools • India leading nations with young population of 765 million, by 2030 • almost half population of country as on today. • Children spend almost 30% of their time in schools. • Developing healthy school environment-- priority for parents, teachers/school managements. • Green Schools ensures--Access to dust-free environment, • Access to good sanitation, & natural lighting & ventilation, • -- promotes hygiene ; Makes students teachers- happy& Healthy • - Sensitizing students about protecting nature • Improves performance of buildings, • Reduces operational / life–cycle cost of school • Overcome challenges of Climate change, Global warming, Rising Carbon foot prints- - Ensures better quality of teaching-learning • Making children/Teacher brand ambassador/partner in promoting Green Concepts& educating communities – Save Enormous vital resources- water/ energy; Make students responsible in the domain of sustainability
- 62. Evaluation for Ratingof Green Schools • Site selection& Planning- 13/13 - 7 • Sustainable Water Practices- 16/16 -8 • Conserving/Harvesting Energy- 15/15 -8 • Eco-friendly School Material 5/11 -6 • Indoor Air Quality 21/25 -8 • Health and Hygiene 15/15 -5 • Green Education 10/10 -2 • Innovative Practices 5/5 -5 ----------------------------- 49+9mandatory=58 100/110 49
- 69. Importance of KeepingYourSchool Clean • Cleanliness plays a greater role in; • - making school a successful educational institution • -Reduces infections/diseases • --Improves hygiene of student’s & faculty members. • - Makes Students/teachers happy and healthy • - Improves attendance of students-Reduce Absenteeism • boosting productivity of students& Teachers. • Improving Quality of teaching-learning • making administration of school premises easier. • building positive habits in students to keep
- 70. Importance of KeepingSchool clean • Creates a Better learning atmosphere • Prevents illnesses & allergies among students/faculty • · Makes teachers more productive • Increases lifespan of Equipment • Instills good habits in students/staff • Make students understand- need to keep their homes / school desks clean • Creates better relationship between students/ staff & students • Inculcate basic cleaning habits-- managing waste- like throwing trash in bin • Develop a sense of pride in students • Eliminate Spread of Contagious Diseases • -- Prevent Injuries • - Increases dignity of labor among student
- 71. Method of KeepingYour School Clean • 1. Create a regular school cleaning checklist • 2. Build a regular cleaning habit • 3. Communicate importance of cleanliness • 4. Start with the basics • 5. Know the difference between cleaning, disinfecting, and sanitizing • 6. Dividing school into- block wise/floor wise • 7. Put recycle bins all around the school • 8. Provide door mats in each class • 9. Recycling paper, glass, and plastic-
- 72. • Method ofKeeping Your School Clean • 10. Involve/educate students to use waste for creating art work/products • 11 Make sure school is cleaned regularly • 12. Organize cleaning day events • 13. Encourage Personal Responsibility • 14. Ensure Dispose of Waste Properly • 15 . Encourage having more Greenery • 16 Creating student’s-led Cleaning Committees • 17. involving students in daily cleaning chores • 18 Acknowledging best performing classes/students • 19 Incentivizing /holding competitions • 20 Documenting good practices • 21. Educate & Train Cleaning Staff/students periodically • 22. . Ensure Compliance with Health and Safety Standards
- 84. Role of EducationalInstitutions Educational Institutions - has great role in promoting energy Conservation / energy optimization- transforming from Black to Green Energy Eduction Institutions- have major stakeholders- Students, Parents,Teachers, Supporting staff, Management- Government, Private, Corporate sectors - Making Energy conservation integral part of school teaching-learning/education- -Making Students integral part of energy conservation programme -Creating awareness among students- about role/ importance of Energy Conservation - - Making students understand- techniques of Energy Conservation/Optimization -- Involving Students - in various initiatives/ programmes for energy conservations -- Making students Brand Ambassadors of Energy Conservation- -Organising programme - of Energy Conservation from Schools to Homes --- - Involving students in promoting use of non-conventional sources of energy- like designing dream House/Buildings while incorporating – Non- conventional/solar energy –Visiting Green Buildings Punjab- 19282 Schools– PS-12880+MS-2672+HS-1760+SS-1972
- 85. Role of EducationalInstitutions --Evolving Programme for--Making School Zero Energy Campus by - Reducing existing level of energy consumption -Changing /shifting to energy efficient sources/fixtures of lighting- LED -Identifying/Focusing on areas of high energy consumption-Buildings, Computer labs, Meeting Rooms,Auditoriums, Class Rooms, Play Grounds, - Creating Green Energy Club / Energy lab in School - involving students/staff/Making prototype models - Providing dedicated display board for good practices in energy/water conservation -Holding exhibitions, competitions, lectures on energy conservation - Dividing School into different houses for energy conservation - Use electric buses for transportation - Minimising use of individual fossil fuel driven vehicles-Pooling Cars for staff -Adopting class room focused approach - making one student responsible for switching off lights in room -when not in use & putting it on- before room is put on use -Incentivizing/recognising students/class/ house doing good practices. -Incentivizing students to Practice Energy consumption at household level Intelligently usingTime-table for optimizingTeaching Spaces- MonitoringVacant Class rooms- Opting for Making School as Green Schools -Minimising consumption of water in school- Minimising generation of waste
- 86. ‘A Green buildingmakes You and Environment Happy, Healthy and More Productive - Optimizes Resources, - Reduces Waste, - Minimizes Carbon Footprints - Makes building operations cost effective & Energy efficient - - creates win- win situation for - owners, users, occupants, communities, nations and planet earth - – ‘Natural Capitalism’
Editor's Notes
- #32 New buildings must be designed to be climate responsive by appropriate orientation and incorporating shading devices. Envelope must be made efficient by using insulation and well sealed windows. Day
- #49 Areca Palm; Snake Plant Money Plant – am sure more of them will be having this in their indoors;