1. Energy Efficiency: Incorporating energy-efficient HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) systems, lighting fixtures and appliances
2. Renewable Energy: Installing solar panels, wind turbines, and geothermal systems to harness renewable energy sources
3. Water Conservation: Reducing water demand through low-flow fixtures, water-efficient landscaping, rainwater harvesting, and greywater recycling
4. Sustainable Materials: Using certified sustainable materials like bamboo, cork, and recycled plastics in construction and furnishings
5. Indoor Air Quality: Building with materials and finishes that minimize off-gassing and pollutants, and providing ample natural ventilation and daylighting
6. Waste Reduction: Incorporating a comprehensive waste management program that prioritizes reduction, reuse, and recycling
7. Green Transportation: Encouraging sustainable transportation options, such as bicycling, walking, or public transit, and providing EV (electric vehicle) charging stations where applicable.
8. Green Roof and Walls: Installing green roofs and walls on buildings that not only provide insulation to the buildings but also act as natural purifiers.
9. Energy recovery system- It is an energy-saving solution that recovers the energy that is typically lost through HVAC systems.
10. Laboratory redesign: Educational facilities can upgrade their chemical fume hoods to energy-efficient models that meet lab safety standards while reducing energy use.
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