1. Green roofs and walls - Using plants on roofs and walls can help insulate buildings, reduce energy consumption, and use greywater for irrigation.
2. Passive solar architecture - Building designs that use passive solar heating and cooling to regulate temperature naturally.
3. Rainwater harvesting - Collecting rainwater can be used for irrigation, greywater usage, and reduce water bills.
4. Desert landscaping - Using native plants and reducing turf grass can save water in arid regions.
5. Renewable energy sources - Using renewable energy sources such as solar power, wind turbines, and biomass sources can reduce carbon footprints and energy bills.
6. Efficient building materials - Using materials such as rammed earth, straw bales, or adobe bricks can increase building efficiency and reduce waste.
7. Building orientation - Building design that optimizes eastern and western sunlight can help reduce energy consumption.
8. Natural ventilation - Using natural ventilation can reduce energy usage by incorporating designs in the building that allows for proper airflow.
9. Low-impact structures - Designing structures with minimal impact on the environment.
10. Water efficient appliances - Using efficient appliances that can conserve water usage such as low-flow showerheads, toilets, and faucet aerators.
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