Newsletter November 2023

Monthly Highlights

VK:e Green Championship Journey continues!

After receiving the IGBC Green Champions Award in 2019, we are excited to share that 14 projects by VK:e got awarded at the CII - Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) Green Building Congress 2023 held at Chennai between 23rd and 25th November. Team VK:e environmental believes in passionately promoting sustainable development and works hard towards delivering meaningfully Green projects across India! Applauds to these projects for adding to the Green footprint of India:

🍃 IGBC Green Cities Platinum Rating (Existing) for Pune City under Pune Municipal Corporation

🍃IGBC Green Existing Building Platinum Certification for aVance VITP, Pune

🍃IGBC Green Homes Gold Rating for Residential Redevelopment Projects - Saleel 16 and Saleel 21 by Gangotree Homes, Vrukshaveli by SK Fortune Group and Anjali by Pandit Javdekar and IGBC Green Homes Silver Rating for Swanand by Aarsya Creations

🍃IGBC Green NB Platinum Rating for M-Agile by Malpani Group, Amar Tech Park and Amar Tech Centre by Amar Builders, Advanced Development Centre by Tata Motors Ltd., ITPP Block 1 & 3 for AIGP, Pune and IT SEZ by Nalanda Shelters

🍃IGBC Green NB Gold for Sadanand Business Park and IGBC

Casestudy presented at Energise 2023

VK:e Featured Projects

aVance I, Hinjewadi, Awarded IGBC Platinum Rating

aVance I, Hinjewadi Phase I, has achieved PLATINUM rating under the IGBC Green Existing Buildings certification system.  The building has been made a zero waste discharge project.  Annual energy consumption is less than 100kWh/year ensuring lower the electricity consumption. 263 kWp capacity of Solar PV system has been installed on the roof top. More than 75% of exposed terrace area has been landscaped and more than 75% treated water is being reused on site for flushing, irrigation and cooling water make-up.  Innovation strategies such as waterless auto-cleaning system of solar panels, DO sensors for STP, light pipe to enhance daylight, misting in outdoor seating areas have been incorporated to ensure thermal comfort.

What's Trending

Distinguished by its commitment to sustainability, ENPRO's headquarters in Pune harnesses the power of passive cooling technologies. Indirect-direct evaporative cooling takes center stage, leveraging water evaporation to efficiently cool interiors, reducing reliance on traditional cooling systems and championing environmental responsibility. Earth air tunneling, tapping into the Earth's stable temperature, further enhances energy efficiency, regulating the indoor climate naturally. The building embraces a holistic approach, incorporating passive design strategies such as orientation, shading, and natural ventilation. This synergy optimizes thermal comfort, minimizing the need for artificial cooling and boosting energy performance. ENPRO's commitment extends to onsite renewable energy systems, capitalizing on abundant solar resources to generate clean power. This case study delves into the implementation of mixed-mode low-energy cooling systems, showcasing their effectiveness in meeting cooling requirements while promoting energy efficiency and sustainability. The challenge addressed in this study revolves around ensuring the mixed-mode approach consistently provides satisfactory comfort to occupants. The utilization of passive design strategies and mixed-mode cooling techniques is a necessity in the present situation. This approach not only optimizes energy consumption but also paves the way for sustainable advancements in the commercial sector.

Acknowledgements:
Clients – Mr. Srikrishna Karkare, ENPRO Industries
Architect – Ar. Usah Rangarajan, Landmark Design Group
HVAC Designer – Mr. Sachin Wadkar, Proficient Engineers

Hit reply to know how VK:e can help you integrate Low-Energy Cooling in your projects!

From the Editor's Desk  

Building on What We Already Have

In the ever-evolving field of sustainable construction, the rise of the conscious builder has become a transformative force. Amid the excitement of cutting-edge, environment-friendly materials, it's important to understand that sometimes the most sustainable option is the structure that already stands. Old buildings, repurposed spaces, and well-maintained structures tell tales of longevity and thoughtful design, embodying the essence of sustainable construction through adaptive reuse. As we navigate the path towards sustainable construction, let's celebrate the beauty in preserving, refurbishing, and repurposing existing structures also.  

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This newsletter has been edited and compiled by Ar. Athulya Ann Aby, Architectural Writer, VK Group