A green building is one which uses less water, optimizes energy efficiency, conserves natural resources, generates less waste and provides healthier spaces for occupants, as compared to a conventional building. IGBC is leading green building movement in the country.
The Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) was formed by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) in 2001. The council is based out of the CII Green Business Centre; Hyderabad which is India’s 1st Platinum-rated green building. The vision of the council is to enable ‘Sustainable built environment for all. GBC is the country’s premier body for green building certification and allied services.
IGBC certifies the green projects which are conceptualized, designed, constructed and operated as per IGBC Ratings. Till date, more than 1,250 projects (approx 400 million sq ft) have been rated by IGBC. These IGBC-rated projects, as compared to conventional structures, have demonstrated tremendous savings to the extent of up to:
• 15,000 MWh of Energy per million sq ft. per annum
• 45,000 KL of Water per million sq ft. per annum
• Installation of 30 MW of Renewable Energy in IGBC certified projects
• Reduced CO2 emissions by 12,000 tons per million sq ft. per annum
• Diverted 500 Tons of construction waste from landfill per million sq ft.
Green projects rated by IGBC fall under one of the following levels (in ascending order): Certified, Silver, Gold and Platinum.
Noel Villas and Apartments have 4 apartments which are IGBC Gold Certified.
Noel Ecotat
Noel Ectotat is located near Vallathol Jn and Edappally Lulu Mall, Kochi. This urban residential apartment block is an IGBC Green Homes, Gold certified project equipped with advanced green features specified by the IGBC. It has a lush green and serene environment.
The blend between nature and architecture is widely portrayed in this apartment. The interior landscaping gives an effervescent feeling to the heart. The waiting lounge near the reception itself is an expressive and deeply placid space spread in the midst of a green carpet, thereby reinforcing a strong feeling of connectivity with nature.
Noel Casa Tierra
This IGBC Certified luxury home is located in Thiruvalla. Noel Casa Tierra, a home built like no other, offering an ambience that no other apartment can give. With its green architecture and commitment to sustainable building, practices create an ambience that is conducive to both the physical and mental health of its occupants.
Noel Serenia
Noel Serenia is located in Athani, Kakkanad. It is the latest venture by Noel. This IGBC Gold Certified building offers a clean and safe environment which promotes to be sustainable.
Noel Green Nature
From its name itself, it is clear that Noel Green Nature has an outstanding greenish environment with all the safe facilities and amenities. Each apartment consists of private garden, walk away and garden view.
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