Comparative Study of Conventional Building and Green Building

A green building uses less energy, water and natural resources, creates less waste and is healthier for the people living inside than a standard building. There is a rapidly expanding market for green building materials. Green buildings provide a suitable environment by controlling solar radiation temperature,  energy efficiency, water conservation using domestic treatment plants and indoor air quality. The main aim of green buildings is to reduce the environmental impact of new buildings. Sustainability in the environment can be well achieved by reducing the energy emission and consumption by the buildings. Sustainability means using energy efficiently. Green Building refers to a  structure that is environmentally responsible and resource-efficient throughout a building's life cycle. The aim of this project is to conduct a comparative study on conventional and green residential buildings. Data regarding temperature details are represented in energy simulation software - Energy 2D. A survey of various green building rating systems is to be conducted. The rate of water consumption, electricity consumption, and waste generated in the selected building were collected for grading the building using LEED certification. A model showing all elements of a green building such as rainwater harvesting plant, biogas plant,  grey water filter, and cooling.