Ever felt like your money is slipping away like water down the drain? Well, it might be more literal than you think! Just like we keep an eye on our spending, it’s time to turn our attention to our water usage
Life cycle carbon analysis is like a silent conductor in the harmony of existence, revealing the carbon story of our creations. Every product and process follow a journey from creation to disposal, imprinting a lasting carbon footprint on the sustainability stage. With careful examination, this analysis exposes the play of emissions, from raw material extraction to disposal. Delving into the cradle-to-grave journey, this assessment becomes an indispensable tool for fostering informed decision-making and cultivating a harmonious coexistence with our planet.
A power factor of 0.7 for example, indicates that only 70% of power is being used effectively and 30% is being wasted. The wasted power is the reactive power. Most loads are inductive in nature, which means the power factor will typically be less than unity. The farther the power factor is from unity, the greater the apparent power drawn and therefore, the greater the current draw for the system.
Carbon neutrality has become an increasingly significant topic in recent years, as concerns about climate change and the environmental impact of human activities have gained traction. In simple terms, carbon neutrality refers to the state or process of achieving a balance between the amount of carbon dioxide emissions produced and the amount of carbon dioxide removed or offset from the atmosphere. It encompasses a range of practices and initiatives aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions and combating warming. But why is this balance so crucial, and how can we pave the way towards a greener future?
Imagine trying to figure out how much electricity a building need. Often, people play it safe by guessing it needs more than it actually does. Sounds logical, right? After all, no one wants to risk not having enough power.
Refrigerants play a crucial role in our everyday lives for creating a comfortable built environment. But the harmful effects it creates on the environment is irreversible. On one hand it benefits human life and on the other hand it finds way to degrade it. In the current scenario the world is more conscious on the climate change impacts and is on an attempt to reduce the global temperature. Conscious refrigerant choices must be made to reduce the negative impacts on the climate. The twofold effects to reduce the global warming are the ODP and GWP. A refrigerant’s capacity to weaken the ozone layer is referred to as ODP, whereas the tendency to trap heat in the atmosphere and exacerbate global warming is referred to as GWP. To reduce the impacts the ODP must be zero and GWP values must be very low.
The use of 2.5sqmm wires per circuit has been a long-standing practice since the tungsten era. Back then, it made sense to use such thick wires, given the high-power consumption of tungsten bulbs. However, times have changed, and technology has evolved at an astonishing pace. We are now in the era of LED lights, which have revolutionized the way we illuminate our spaces. Yet, surprisingly, we still find ourselves using 2.5sqmm wires for LED lights. This raises the question: Is this a deliberate attempt by manufacturers, contractors, or distributors to deceive us? Why do we continue to use wires that exceed the required capacity by such a significant margin?
Consultants mistakenly count outlets as electrical loads rather than recognizing them mainly for convenience. This oversight leads to inefficient designs, emphasizing outlet numbers over actual electrical demands.
The fresh water required either directly or indirectly throughout the life cycle of the building which includes water used in the construction, operation, as well as the hidden water used in the manufacture of the materials used in construction.
The National Building Code (NBC) faces scrutiny for maintaining 45 liters per capita per day (LPCD) standard for water consumption in office buildings. Consultants contend that this policy is outdated and fails to align with contemporary water conservation practices, leading to increased capacities and higher costs. Initially established to ensure an adequate water supply for occupants, the rigidity of the 45LPCD standard is now a point of disagreement as advancements in water-saving technologies and environmental awareness take precedence. The resistance to modifying this policy reflects an outdated mindset that neglects the environmental and economic implications.