BucketOrange, The Green Issue, Vol 1, April 2016 The Green Issue, Vol 1, April 2016 | страница 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), 3 BucketO range / April 2016