The IMF’s April 2025 Regional Economic Outlook for Sub-Saharan Africa presents a clear warning: regional growth is slowing, debt pressures are mounting, and donor assistance is declining. Yet the report outlines critical opportunities particularly in domestic revenue mobilization, structural reform, and private sector activation that can shape a more resilient …
Reducing carbon emissions is not just about curbing vehicular pollutants. Those in the business of green have realised that using energy-efficient construction material can make all the difference. And, windows can help a great deal in the process.
In December 2009, just before the disastrous climate conference at Copenhagen, environment minister Jairam Ramesh announced a voluntary and unilateral emissions reduction target for the country. He committed a 20-25 per cent reduction in the emissions intensity of the country’s GDP by 2020 below the 2005 levels. A month later, …
What is the mandate of the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (bee) set up under the Energy Conservation Act? The law provides three regulatory functions. One is standards and labelling of electrical equipment, second is energy conservation code for buildings, and the third is energy conservation norms for industry. These are …
AHMEDABAD: In a development which will boost the number of green buildings across the country, the Union Ministry of Environment and Forests (MoEF) has issued an order allowing priority clearance to buildings with green ratings. Gujarat has four certified green buildings and developers of 30-odd, under-construction buildings have applied for …
Germany and China are planning a big expansion of joint research and investment in green technologies, including production of electric cars in China and development of carbon-capture systems. A series of business and inter-governmental agreements were signed between the world
New Delhi: The first monorail link in the capital may come up in West Delhi providing connectivity to far-flung areas like Baprola, which is still off the metro map, but is being groomed to be the next big business hub. The monorail will be a crucial mode of transport to …
The Chinese government is considering plans to subsidize the use of energy-efficient materials and renewable energy technologies in new buildings and is encouraging provincial and municipal governments to impose stricter efficiency standards than the national minimums, Chinese officials said Wednesday. China
Internet giant Google has partnered with solar power installation company SolarCity to create a $280-million fund for financing residential solar projects. In a joint statement, SolarCity and Google
Construction projects in the state can soon save a significant amount of time and money if they choose to go green with the state environment department planning to waive the mandatory environmental clearance for all new buildings that adhere to green norms. Last month, the Ministry of Environment and Forests …
The buildings commonly referred to as "green" could actually be hazardous to your health, according to a new report. (AP) The buildings commonly referred to as "green" could actually be haz-ardous to your health, according to a new report. (AP) The buildings commonly referred to as "green" could actually be …
Green structures should be made compulsory for government buildings, proposed deputy chief minister Ajit Pawar as he joined chief minister Prithviraj Chavan and the Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB) in announcing several green initiatives for the state on the occasion of World Environment Day on Sunday. Among other initiatives are …
Though Mumbai still has a long way to go when it comes to protecting the environment, some parts of the city are doing their bit for conserving energy and natural resources. In Powai, recycled water is used for flushing and construction activities. Public parks and housing societies also reuse water …
Fifth annual survey led by the Institute for Building Efficiency, an initiative of Johnson Controls providing information and analysis of technologies, policies, and practices for efficient, high performance buildings and smart energy systems around the world.
MUMBAI: An eco-friendly home need not just be a concept on paper deterred by price realities . Recent research on financial feasibility of such houses showed that though their construction costs are 17 to 30% higher than conventional buildings , they recover the money in three to five years, besides …
Buildings account for almost a third of final energy consumption globally and are an equally important source of CO2 emissions. Currently, both space heating and cooling as well as hot water are estimated to account for roughly half of global energy consumption in buildings. Energy-efficient and low/zero-carbon heating and cooling …
The purpose of Energy Provisions-2011 is to provide minimum requirements for energy-efficient design and construction of buildings. In the current scenario, energy has become a defining factor in the progress of nations. For Pakistan, it is absolutely imperative that improve energy efficiency in buildings by incorporating international best practices appropriate …
Pune-based start-up develops a new model of construction that cuts cost and reduces labour A masonry product that cuts out the use of cement and sand and does not require water curing is what Punebased Green Build Products has developed as its core product line. At a time when the …
Builders in Mumbai have sensed an opportunity to obtain permission for more construction area. The state government is now considering allowing higher floor space index for environment-friendly green buildings and is also considering other incentives to prompt more developers to undertake construction of such green buildings, said Valsa R Nair …
