Important Things To Know About IGBC Certification

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The environment is going through a rough phase with serious problems like climate change, pollution, depletion of natural resources, over consumption, etc. Lately, most communities are opting for green building because it reduces the strain on natural resources and does not leave a negative impact on the environment. The green building process aims at making optimum use of resources. Right from the planning stage to the construction, all the steps follow an environment-friendly approach. These sustainable building projects are now also certified by official authorities who take into consideration several factors before granting a certificate. IGBC is one of the first rating programmers for green buildings in India. The Indian Green Building Council certificate is awarded to a structure after its construction is complete. Several parameters are considered before the certificate is given to a structure. Factors like water efficiency, use of resources, design and planning strategies, etc. are considered for certification. The overall procedure to obtain an IGBC certification is quite simple and hassle-free. Check out the key points of IGBC.

• Pre-certification is also a part of the process

Most people assume that IGBC certification is only about obtaining a rating on the completion of the project. However, this certification process also involves pre-certification. The developer needs to apply for a pre-certification also wherein he needs to submit the project’s details and design plan. Right from the site selection to its planning, everything needs to be environment-friendly.

• Frequent updates are taken by the authorities

Once the project is registered for the IGBC certification, during its construction process frequent updates are also taken by the authorities. The authorities need to see whether the project is in compliance with the norms laid down by the council. Certain documents also need to be submitted by the developer to the respective authorities.

• Requires thorough commitment on the part of the developer

When a developer registers his/her project for IGBC he makes a commitment to follow the norms laid down by the IGBC. The IGBC certification process involves the fulfilment of a lot of factors which require constant commitment.

IGBC certification can increase the value of your structure in many ways!