BucketOrange, The Green Issue, Vol 1, April 2016 The Green Issue, Vol 1, April 2016 | Page 4

"Green devel opment s ... creat e a more
l iveabl e environment , make t he most of
f resh air and cross-breezes, whil e at t he
same t ime l owering core buil ding
t emperat ures. This reduces t he need f or air
condit ioning which, in t urn, creat es l ower
energy usage."
"This kind of thinking, and projects that consider their
implementation, make the most impact in locations
(generally in third world countries) desperately in need
of solutions.
These solutions require intense effort and expertise to
bring them forward, and to the level of sophistication
required, for incorporation into mainstream use.

as traditional structures are currently cheaper, and
deliver the required result.
Eventually we will see more examples of sustainable
developments, but there needs to be leadership and
demand, as the process is a slow one. It requires a
completely new paradigm, which looks to the longer
term.
Green developments typically use new materials and
methods, as well as landscaping in smart ways - on
rooftops and on walls, etc - to create a more liveable
environment and to make the most of fresh air and
cross-breezes, while at the same time lowering core
building temperatures. This reduces the need for air
conditioning which, in turn, creates lower energy usage.
The flow-on effect of every decision is considered. "

The decision to undertake a "Green Development" is
optional (unless mandatory obligations are imposed),
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