India’s Solar Policy: JNNSM
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September 3, 2022
Overview
Capital Cyberscape is a prime commercial complex located in sector 59 in Gurgaon. Capital Cyberscape presents a luxurious combination of modern-day architecture and elegant design to offer a world-class workplace destination. Capital Cyberscape is sprawled over an area of 7 acres and comes equipped with the best of modern amenities and facilities. Capital group appointed Firstgreen consulting for its green building certification from GRIHA. The starting points of the planning for the project are principles of sustainability and natural convenience. Its buildings have been constructed with materials which are durable and balanced enough to withstand the hot, dusty, infrequently wet environment of Haryana. Windows are crafted with glass material that does not require regular maintenance of cleaning them with precious water. Hence, it serves the dual purposes of saving cost and water.
Going green does not mean higher construction cost to the client, actually the cost of a green building is sometimes lower than the normal building. The buildings were designed with a favourable orientation so that heat gains are minimal, and cleverly for the climate, we need less cost on air conditioning. The building used local materials such as Kota stone, etc so that materials embodied energy can be reduced.
Rigorous 3D energy modelling was done by Firstgreen team to assess the suitable glass selection in the building. The lighting was done using the LEDs to keep the lighting power density below 0.5W/SQFT. There will also be a provision for cyclists and showers to encourage building users to cycle rather than use a vehicle, again in an effort to reduce the carbon footprint.
We are hoping that Capital group will inspire the other developers to design their building in this way.
Key Project information
Project Title: Capital Cyberscape
Building Type: Commercial
Site Area: 28,327 Sq Mt
Built-up area: 79986 Sq Mt
GRIHA Status: Pre- Certified with 4 Star rating
- All measures such as 3 m high barricading , preservation of soil fertility, protection and preservation of mature tree were adopted and strictly adhere to during construction.
- Achieved a 25% reduction in conventional commuting trips to and from the building
- Reduction of water use through the installation of low flow fixture and dual flush system
- Implemented energy efficiency measures which resulted in 58.12% energy savings.
Procedure for GRIHA CErtification
Step-1
Registration with GRIHA
The building is registered with GRIHA green building certification portal
Step-2
Data collection during the performance period
The building data is collected related to Sustainable Site, Construction management, Water management, Energy optimization , Occupant comfort, Solid Waste management,Sustainable Building Material, and life cycle Cost Analysis
Step-3
Review of documentation by GRIHA team
GRIHA closely review all the documentation and the Criterion are awarded as per their norms.
Step-4
Final certification
Once all the review replies are satisfied by the GRIHA review team, the building is awarded appropriate certification based on the Criterion approved.
