What is a green home?
The concept of a green home, is not only based on a green environment. But it further pertains to the effective use of environmental resources, such as power, water and minimising pollution.
See also: Green homes: Profitable Option in the long run
Green homes might come across as expensive in the beginning, due to investments like solar panels, efficient systems, etc., in the long run, these investments which require little maintenance, will cut on utility bills, as compared to a standard home.
Things to keep in mind, while buying a green home
In India, the rating systems that authenticate green buildings are Green Rating for Integrated Habitat Assessment (GRIHA), Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) and the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE). Home buyers who intend to buy a green home, should ensure that the house has been certified under one of these systems.
