My OperaSome Green factors
Friday, May 9, 2008 2:30:04 AM
GREEN FACTORS from BCIL
Use building blocks that don't transfer heat into your room
Build in a way that your house does not gain heat naturally
Use CFLs & LEDs since they reduce power bills by a third
Use energy efficient air-conditioning systemsUse energy efficient cooling systemsUse chemical-free paints for walls, doors and metal works as they reduce the risk of carcinogenic pollutants
Don't use chlorine for water treatment - opt for chemical-free ozonators
Use organic fertilizers and pesticides they keep your land fertile
Use gas-based ovens instead of electric ovens
Use solar heaters instead of electric heaters
Use aerators in every tap and shower in your house to save on water flow. This can bring down water use by nearly 35,000 litres a year
Use materials that are in the vicinity of your building site to save on transport, energy and fuel cost
Manage your waste efficiently
Use building blocks that don't transfer heat into your room
Build in a way that your house does not gain heat naturally
Use CFLs & LEDs since they reduce power bills by a third
Use energy efficient air-conditioning systemsUse energy efficient cooling systemsUse chemical-free paints for walls, doors and metal works as they reduce the risk of carcinogenic pollutants
Don't use chlorine for water treatment - opt for chemical-free ozonators
Use organic fertilizers and pesticides they keep your land fertile
Use gas-based ovens instead of electric ovens
Use solar heaters instead of electric heaters
Use aerators in every tap and shower in your house to save on water flow. This can bring down water use by nearly 35,000 litres a year
Use materials that are in the vicinity of your building site to save on transport, energy and fuel cost
Manage your waste efficiently
