GRIHA Certification: IREO Forest

IREO Forest is a commercial complex with about 335000 sqft built-up area. Ireo group appointed Firstgreen consulting for its green building certification from GRIHA.  The starting points of the planning for The Corridors 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. 

We have also incorporated a 416kW solar PV system on the roof which will supply power to the common area lighting of the building. 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 Ireo group will inspire the other developers to design their building in this way.  

Key Project information

Project Title: IREO forest

Building Type: Commercial

Site Area:  31190 Sq Mt

Built up Area: 54298 Sq Mt

GRIHA  Status:  Pre- Certified with 5 Star rating