The last in the Green Buildings series, this article updates you on lesser known clean resources, and the latest happenings in this green and sustainable revolution. To make buildings environmentally sustainable, some key factors such as clean and efficient renewable energy sources (solar panels, windmills and geothermal energy), options such as rainwater harvesting and waste […]
In part 2 of the series on green building, we take a look at the current status of transformation towards sustainability in India and across the world Indian context: The world average construction rate is at 5.2% vis-a-vis India’s 10%. With vertical gardens, radiation cooling towers and geothermal insulation, the concept of green buildings has […]
In this three part series, we bring to you the latest trends in the ‘green’ transformation taking place all over the world; our focus being green and sustainable buildings. One of the significant contributors to environmental change is the real estate industry. Commercial and residential buildings emit 40% of the total greenhouse gas emissions along […]
Under the Workplace (Health, Safety and Wellness) Regulation 1992, employers have a legal duty to ensure, the health, safety and welfare of all employees, and anyone who uses their premises. The law establishes regulations to eliminate personal injuries and illnesses from occurring in the workplace. It is important for employers to take the necessary steps […]