Now, in formal buildings, the modern world has been developing environmental awareness and sustainable construction techniques. The initial investment during construction is higher. There is then, respect to the environment in the execution and in the useful life of the building; and, for the users, it represents savings in energy and water expenses and lower costs of operation and administration of the co-properties.

In relation to materials and resources, to enter into sustainable construction, it is convenient to use materials with low level of volatile organic compounds and to prefer local or recycled inputs. It is necessary to use as suppliers of the work or contractors, industries that are friendly to the environment, that comply with environmental social responsibility.

In addition, the work must be a sustainable site, which means zero or minimum generation of garbage during construction. Likewise, it is necessary to generate visible and usable green spaces, as well as an efficient drinking water system, with rainwater collection for subsequent reuse.

A fundamental issue is related to energy and atmosphere. It is mandatory to obtain energy savings for users, with the use of natural lighting in all compensate cost overruns in the work in exchange for savings in public services and better quality of life for residents.

The sustainable construction or friendly with the environment, can apply to Leed certification, which is the recognition of a work that meets a number of characteristics that result in points that add contributions to the environment. It is the most recognized sustainable construction certification system .

Thus, construction as an instrument of economic growth and social development can be executed without affecting the environment.

By:  Shailaja K