Integrating Renewable Energy Systems into Building Design and Construction: Insights from Lucknow Construction Projects
Keywords:
Urban construction, sustainable energy, renewable energy, constructionAbstract
The increasing pace of urbanization, coupled with growing environmental concerns, necessitates the adoption of sustainable energy practices in the building and construction sector. Integrating Renewable Energy Systems (RES) into the design and construction phases of buildings has emerged as a crucial strategy to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions, reduce energy dependency on non-renewable sources and achieve long-term operational cost savings (IEA, 2022). This paper explores the integration of RES technologies in the context of urban construction in Lucknow, India—a Tier-2 city witnessing significant infrastructure growth under initiatives such as the Smart City Mission (MoHUA, 2021). By examining specific projects and analyzing their energy frameworks, the study provides a comprehensive understanding of the role and impact of RES in contemporary urban architecture.
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