Unless an institution is created and armed with powers to manage the Nandi Hills range we will see the gradual demise of a culture centered around water and the death of six rivers.

For too long have we ignored water bodies in a city’s life. Their role is utilitarian as well as aesthetic.

In pursuit of organic food, Bengaluru residents are growing vegetables on open terraces.

Sacred Groves in Auroville is being built using ecologically sensitive construction methods and material.

In creating energy-efficient cities, India will do well to model its development on its own age-old techniques, says Durganand Balsavar

We can’t just adopt renewable energy models imported from Europe. Any change has to address Chennai’s unique cultural and economic baggage

The State needs to tackle twin challenges of climate change and pressure on natural resources for economic growth.

Mimicking nature’s cleaning process through DEWATS and the Vortex system.

The Centre has various plans to meet the housing needs of the country, writes K.A. Martin

Anamika Mukherjee writes on what went into creating the water supply system in her home

Kochi and Thiruvananthapuram are among the 60 cities that have received in principle approval from the Union Ministry of New and Renewable Energy to be developed as Solar Cities, writes K.A. Martin

Despite the cost, a solar energy system is a great energy saver and a boon during power cuts, says Anamika Mukherjee

The top localities that have generated a lot of interest among buyers in Hyderabad are Uppal, Chandanagar, Gachibowli, Kondapur, Kukatpally, Manikonda and Miyapur

Though it took many arguments and much labour, Anamika Mukherjee explains that the joy of growing your vegetables makes it all worth it

We need an army of people who will ensure the protection of water bodies, and who will strive to create a water-literate community.

Treating greywater rather than transferring it to an STP has numerous benefits, says Indukanth Ragade

A groundwater expert uses a webcam to find out the yield from borewells and identify problems. By

Realty developers are aggressively launching projects in north Chennai despite the area’s sluggish growth.

The buoyant office market of Bangalore quite makes up for the lukewarm residential segment, according to findings.

In the wake of the conference on building sustainability, architect Minni Sastry of TERI speaks to RANJANI GOVIND on the emerging thoughts relevant to the industry

Outdoor air pollutants are impacting the indoor environment and builders have to take remedial measures, says M.A. Siraj

U. V. Krishna Mohan Rao tells Hema Vijay how families waste electricity

Use a three-compartment overhead tank to treat greywater.

A quick primer on how to manage all that rich organic waste your home generates

Energy consumed in heating water may not appear like a major problem, compared to industries, but thousands of homes each with 2 or 3 heaters may surpass many industries in energy consumption.

Angela Brady, director, Brady Mallalieu Architects, London, tells Nidhi Adlakha why we need to focus on creating sustainable cities with low carbon footprints

Here’s how to give used wrapping paper, scrapbooks and old newspapers new life, says Teja Lele Desai

Exploring alternatives is mandatory if we want a greener future.

A recent CSE study found that many green-certified buildings were not eco-friendly after all. Deepa Sathiaram, executive director, En3 Sustainability Solutions, tells us what exactly goes wrong.

Barring very few functionally useful ones, many elevated concrete structures with suboptimal utility have ripped the city apart, defiled and marred it.

Cement deteriorates with age, and has an inherent weakness of cracking.

It is only through community action can we tackle water shortage.

Good health begins at home. But is your home healthy enough to begin with, asks Teja Lele Desai

Traditionally, people built walls by placing mud mixed with jaggery, grass and such local additives, but today we have scientifically evolved mix with cement and quarry dust.

Water purification systems in cities and villages may look attractive but do they actually benefit the needy?

Ask for specified parking slots in your new home.

Chennai emerges as India’s No. 1 greenhouse gas emitter in a study done among seven major cities. Poor city and building design is the main culprit.

Chennai-based green building consultant Sumitra Vasudevan gives tips on how to ensure your home has a low carbon footprint.

We will have to brace ourselves for a likely water deficient scenario from June to September this year.

What is the significance of Earth Day and why does one have to celebrate it? Chandrashekar Hariharan of BCIL, an active associate of IGBC, shares a few points with Ranjani Govind

A bunch of Chennai students are making Paani Genie, a 90-litre water container that can be rolled along.

Keeping the air conditioner on for long will only create heat islands, says Sathya Prakash Varanashi

Here are five smart things that Chennai can do to become a cleaner, greener and healthier city.

Water flows through streams and channels and forms a distinct part of the urban landscape of Tehran.

Materials have a major say in construction, as their manufacture has to be environment-friendly, making them energy-efficient, says green homes builder Chandrashekar Hariharan. By Ranjani Govind

What can De Montey Colony’s residents do to tackle the issue of mounting waste?

Invest in a green home for long-term benefits, says Arvind Jain