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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

Experts tell us why the country’s solar revolution needs the involvement of developers and not just a few enthusiastic individuals

Poor management practices have resulted in many malls across the country becoming unviable spaces.

While a dip in prices can be good news for home buyers, there is always a risk in investing too early.

Water-ATMs are becoming the rage all over the country. A look at the mechanism.

Where is the Bengaluru market heading to? What are the factors that could help bring down the unsold inventory?

Each housing project has to be site-specific, culturally appropriate and climatically conforming.

No one has the right to use precious road space as their private storage yard.

Dr. John Keung, CEO of Singapore’s Building and Construction Authority, plans to convert 80 per cent of all buildings in his country to green buildings by 2030.

A building should have greenery, sound of water flowing, feel of natural stone under the feet, the smell of trees, flowers and fresh mud, and a charming yet sensitive design, feels architect Mona Doctor Pingel. A look by Nandhini Sundar.

The Ministry of Urban Development has proposed environmental guidelines for construction projects in urban areas. Nidhi Adlakha reports

Minimal energy consumption and carbon footprint, use of biogas and solar panels, decentralised water treatment… a look at life in Auroville

At Sadhana Forest, on the outskirts of Auroville, a community plants trees and lives in rhythm with nature. Sujatha Shankar Kumar reports.

At the World Bamboo Congress held in Korea this year, Rebecca Reubens spoke about bamboo’s potential for holistic sustainability through design.

Human activities are rapidly depleting non-renewable energy sources; therefore hybrid energy has emerged as a viable alternative

Buildings need to become simpler and smaller, without compromising on the essential needs.

The Japanese are increasingly shunning cars to help the urban environment get greener.

Relocating within the same city to avoid hours of commuting is a wise decision