Green building implementation - field note 019

On the 10‑storey eco‑hotel in Ahmedabad, I championed the installation of 30 kW rooftop solar and a rainwater harvesting system that supplied 60 % of the daily potable water. The project achieved LEED Silver certification, and the client reported a 15 % reduction in utility costs. Achievement: first LEED Silver in the city.

• Source certified PV modules from SunTech India.
• Install a 200 L per day greywater recycling unit.
• Integrate a smart meter for real‑time energy monitoring.
• Train staff on maintenance procedures for sustainability.