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15. Benefits Of Green Building

Green building practices and technologies significantly contribute to environmental sustainability and economic efficiency. The adoption of green computing, nanotechnology, and ISO 14000 standards further enhances environmental management and resource optimization. Understanding their benefits and applications allows for improved life quality and less environmental impact.

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Sections

  • 15.1

    Benefits Of Green Building

    Green building strategies significantly benefit the environment, economy, and society.

  • 15.1.1

    Environmental Benefits

    This section discusses the environmental benefits of green building practices, emphasizing their role in enhancing biodiversity, air and water quality, and resource conservation.

  • 15.1.2

    Economic Benefits

    The economic benefits of green buildings significantly enhance their viability through reduced operating costs, improved occupant productivity, and increased market opportunities.

  • 15.1.3

    Social Benefits

    Social benefits of green building strategies enhance occupant health and comfort while improving the overall quality of life.

  • 15.4.7

    Green Computing Or Green It Or Ict Sustainability

    This section covers the principles and benefits of green computing, emphasizing the importance of sustainable practices in IT.

  • 15.4.7.1

    Definition

    This section introduces green computing, emphasizing its environmentally friendly practices and benefits.

  • 15.4.7.2

    Introduction

    This section discusses the significance of green building and computing in promoting sustainability while outlining the environmental, economic, and social benefits.

  • 15.4.7.3

    Climate Change

    This section discusses the benefits and importance of green building strategies in reducing environmental impact and enhancing sustainability, along with practices in green computing.

  • 15.4.7.4

    Savings

    The section covers the importance of water conservation in buildings and the economic, environmental, and social benefits of implementing green building strategies.

  • 15.4.7.5

    Reliability Of Power

    This section discusses the importance of green building and green computing strategies to enhance reliability, environmental benefits, economic performance, and social well-being.

  • 15.4.7.6

    Computing Power Consumption Has Reached A Critical Point

    This section highlights the critical state of computing power consumption, particularly in data centers, and discusses strategies for managing and reducing this consumption.

  • 15.4.7.7

    Steps That Can Be Taken

    This section outlines practical steps for reducing energy consumption and promoting green computing in both personal and corporate contexts.

  • 15.4.7.8

    Approaches To Green Computing

    This section explores various methods for enhancing the sustainability of computing through practices such as virtualization, power management, and recycling.

  • 15.4.7.8.2

    Power Management

    This section discusses power management techniques in green computing, highlighting their significance for energy efficiency and environmental sustainability.

  • 15.4.7.8.1

    Virtualization

    The virtualization section discusses how virtualization can optimize energy efficiency in computing.

  • 15.4.7.8.3

    Low Performance Computers

    Low performance computers are designed to consume less power, but their limited capability makes them unsuitable for high-demand applications.

  • 15.4.7.8.4

    More Efficient Components

    This section discusses the various components in computing that enhance efficiency and reduce energy consumption, focusing on power supplies, storage, and displays.

  • 15.4.7.8.4.1

    Power Supply

    This section discusses the significance of efficient power supply in green computing systems and various energy-efficient components.

  • 15.4.7.8.4.2

    Storage

    This section explores the role of green building strategies in reducing water consumption and their economic, environmental, and social benefits.

  • 15.4.7.8.4.3

    Display

    This section discusses green building practices and their associated environmental, economic, and social benefits.

  • 15.4.7.9

    Materials Recycling

    This section discusses the importance and benefits of recycling computing equipment and related materials to minimize environmental harm.

  • 15.4.8

    Nanotechnology

    Nanotechnology involves manipulating matter on the nano scale (1-100 nm) to create new materials, devices, and systems.

  • 15.4.8.1

    Definition

    This section defines nanotechnology as the manipulation of matter on a scale of 1-100 nm to produce engineered materials and devices.

  • 15.4.8.2

    Challenging Environmental Issues

    This section addresses critical environmental issues such as legacy pollutants, emerging contaminants, and common water constituents, along with the potential applications of nanotechnology in remediation and pollution prevention.

  • 15.4.8.2.1

    Legacy Pollutants

    This section discusses legacy pollutants, their environmental impact, and the urgency for remediation.

  • 15.4.8.2.2

    Emerging Contaminants

    This section explores the environmental impact of emerging contaminants like pharmaceuticals and engineered nanoparticles, discussing their implications and potential remediation strategies through nanotechnology.

  • 15.4.8.2.3

    Common Water Constituents

    This section introduces critical constituents of water and discusses their significance in environmental sciences and their implications.

  • 15.4.8.3

    Potential Applications Of Nanotechnology

    Nanotechnology has significant applications in environmental remediation, pollution prevention, and the development of advanced sensors.

  • 15.4.8.3.1

    As Reactants

    The section discusses the role of nanoparticles as reactants in environmental applications, particularly in remediation and the innovative contributions of nanotechnology to various fields.

  • 15.4.8.3.2

    As Catalysts

    This section focuses on the significant role of catalysts in green building and technology, particularly in reducing environmental impact and enhancing efficiency.

  • 15.4.8.3.3

    As Adsorbents

    This section discusses the role of nanotechnology in environmental applications, particularly focusing on the use of nanoparticles as adsorbents to remediate contaminants.

  • 15.4.8.3.4

    As Sensors

    This section discusses the importance of sensors in reducing water consumption and improving the economic, environmental, and social benefits in building construction and green computing.

  • 15.4.8.4

    Remediation And Mitigation

    This section discusses remediation and mitigation strategies in nanotechnology, focusing on how these approaches address environmental contamination.

  • 15.4.9

    Iso 14000

    ISO 14000 is a comprehensive series of international standards focused on environmental management, aiming to unify market practices globally.

  • 15.4.9.1

    Scope And Status Of Iso 14000

    ISO 14000 is a series of international standards for environmental management that aids organizations in implementing effective environmental management systems.

  • 15.4.9.2

    Environmental Labeling

    Environmental labeling involves standards that help identify and promote green products and processes.

  • 15.4.10

    Role Of It In The Environment And Human Health

    Information technology significantly impacts environmental monitoring and human health management, enhancing data collection, analysis, and communication.

  • 15.4.10.1

    Remote Sensing

    Remote sensing is the science of collecting Earth data from a distance using electromagnetic energy for environmental monitoring and management.

  • 15.4.10.2

    Gis (Geographical Information System)

    This section emphasizes the role of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in environmental impact assessments and management.

  • 15.4.10.3

    Use Of Gis In Eia

    GIS is a vital tool in Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA), enabling better project planning and evaluation of environmental impacts.

References

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