| Green building' is an idea almost everybody agrees | | | | architects design commercial buildings that cool them |
| upon, but very few dare to attempt because of | | | | with natural breezes. |
| prohibitively high costs and architectural challenges. | | | | A building can be turned green through several simple |
| But some steps like proper ventilation and utilization | | | | means such as using solar water heating systems, |
| of natural light in new buildings could save the world a | | | | the state electricity boards also provide several |
| lot of energy and money. As of now there are only | | | | rebates to green household on their electricity bill if |
| 10-12 buildings that have been officially ranked as | | | | they meet the specifications. |
| green buildings in India and they are largely in the | | | | One of the rising trends in hospitality is eco-tourism. |
| private sector. | | | | At its most fundamental, the concept of eco-tourism |
| Anything that is constructed keeping the harmony of | | | | means being in harmony with nature and the local |
| the environment in mind, is generally known as green | | | | environment. Whether it is choosing a hotel that uses |
| construction. If not meeting all the parameters like | | | | eco-friendly practices, going on nature treks and |
| eco-friendly building materials, waste management, | | | | camps or experiencing the cultural heritage of a place, |
| etc. energy saving methods could go a long way in | | | | tourists are opting against the standard holiday plans |
| contributing to the environment. | | | | and for locations where they can commune with |
| Researchers at the Massachussetts Institute of | | | | nature. Many foreign tourists are interested in visiting |
| Technology, USA, believe that buildings can be | | | | places that have minimum adverse impact on the |
| designed to encourage airflow and maintain | | | | environment. |
| temperatures that minimize or eliminate the need for | | | | The latest LED lights can also be useful in turning you |
| conventional air-conditioning systems. They have | | | | premise green since they are environment-friendly |
| come up with computer-based tools to help | | | | and have no carbon emissions. |