“A REPORT ON JAWAHAR LAL NEHRU BHAWAN, NEW

DELHI”

SUBJECT: SUSTAINABLE PRACTICES FOR BUILT ENVIRONMENT

SUBJECT CODE: CM663

DATE: 18 AUG 2019 SUBMITTED BY:

Abhishek Singh Rana (A13559019027)

Dennis Ngangom (A13559019010)

Kumar Abhishek (A13559019013)

Shubham Chauhan (A13559019102)

Aakash Chauhan (A13559019093)

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

On the very beginning of this project, we would like to extend our sincere and heartfelt obli-
gation towards all the personages who have helped us in this endeavor. Without their guid-
ance, cooperation and encouragement, we would not have made headway in the project.

We are ineffably indebted to “Ms. Deepti Shitoley” for conscientious guidance and encour-
agement to accomplish this assignment.

We extend our gratitude to RICS Amity University for giving us this opportunity.

Thanking You,

Abhishek Singh Rana (A13559019027)

Dennis Ngangom (A13559019010)

Kumar Abhishek (A13559019013)

Shubham Chauhan (A13559019102)

Aakash Chauhan (A13559019093)

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

CONTENT PAGE NO.

List of Figures 4

Introduction 5-6

Construction Logistics plan and site layout 7-9

Identification of critical components of the project 10-18

a) Identification and analysis of materials
b) Identification and analysis of advanced technology
c) Identification and analysis of equipment

Learning and Recommendations 19

References 20

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List of figures

FIGURE NAME AND No. PAGE No.

1.1 Jawaharlal Nehru Bhawan.

1.2 Building details and layout.

1.3 Building site plan.

1.4 3D model top view.

1.5 3D model front view.

1.6 Green plantation in courtyard.

1.7 Vertical green walls.

1.8 Double glazed and dual sealed glass windows.

1.9 Ambient natural lighting inside.

1.10 Daylight and occupancy sensors.

1.11 LED down lighter by Kolors.

1.12 My lights.

1.13 SPACIO lights.

1.14 Night time artificial lighting.

1.15 Interior artificial lighting.

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 INTRODUCTION

 A green building, or sustainable building is a building design philosophy which

emphasises on the efficient use of resources like energy, water, and materials
while keeping a minimum impacts from building on human health and the en-
vironment through the lifecycle of the building by better management, con-
struction, and designing.

 It can also be defined as a building that can sustain or maintain or improve

over time.

 Quality of life of building or infrastructure and be suitable in the change of lo-

cal climatic condition, traditions, and customs.
1. Adaption to the environment of the particular region.
2. Conservation of energy, recycling of materials, and resources
available.
3. Cut down the amount of hazardous materials which are exposed
to the environment and living beings.
4. The ecosystem of local and global both throughout its lifecycle.

 The fundamental principles of green building are:-

1. Structure designing efficiency.

2. Efficiency in energy.
3. Efficiency in water use.
4. Efficiency in materials use.
5. Reduction of waste and toxic substances.

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 JAWAHARLAL NEHRU BHAWAN, NEW DELHI

(CPWD)

Fig 1.1- Jawaharlal Nehru Bhawan, New Delhi, Janpath road.

The Jawaharlal Nehru Bhawan of the Ministry of External Affairs, has added a major
impetus to the Green Movement in India, governed by CII’s Indian Green Building
Council (IGBC). It is the very first government office building to be awarded with
IGBC’s LEED India New Construction (NC) gold rating. Some of the important green
features included in the Jawaharlal Nehru Bhawan are:-

1. 30% energy savings approximately.

2. More than 50% water saving.
3. Daylight courtyard integration, ventilation system and view.
4. Reflective roof and grass pavers are being installed as roof garden.
5. MEP systems are installed for systems control as Building Management
System.
6. 90% of the occupants have controllability of HVAC (heat ventilation and
air conditioning) and lighting.
7. Old furniture is extensively being used.

 This building is in complete harmony with the surrounding and environment.

 It is the first ECBC compliant Govt. Building which got Green Building Certifica-
tion with ‘LEEDS’.

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 CONSTRUCTION PLAN AND SITE LAYOUT

 Plot measurement is 7.785 Acres (31,504 sqm).

 It is located on the crossing of Janpath and Maulana Azad road.
 Total built up area = 28,075 sqm which includes parking and services such as
pumping room, DG set, electric sub-stations etc.
 There are 3 blocks in total- one of three storeys and two of 5 storeys
 It is divided into 4 distinct zones but the blocks are interconnected through corri-
dors and courtyards.

(WIPROLIGHTING,GOOGLE)

Fig 1.2- Building details and layout.

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(WIPROLIGHTING,GOOGLE)

Fig 1.3 - Building site plan.

 Amenities provided in the building are:-

 A multi-purpose hall with a seating capacity of 150.

 XP press briefing hall for daily press briefings in which 50 persons can
be seated.
 Banquet hall in which about 85 persons can be seated.
 Executive dining hall which is large V.I.P dining hall with an capacity of
85 persons.
 Situation room in which facilities like video conferencing, Map projec-
tion system etc, are provided.
 Library which houses about 10,000 books with an adjacent reading
area.
 Meeting room nos. 1 & 3 with a capacity of 65 persons with another
connected conference room of capacity 30 persons which act as a
support room.
 Meeting room nos. 2 & 15 with a capacity of 60 persons which can be
again sub-divided into 2-3 smaller meeting rooms using Sliding Fold-
ing acoustical partitions.
 Other meeting rooms with different capacities varying from 6-8 per-
sons to 20-25 persons.
 Kitchen and cafeteria with a dining space for MEA officials which has
a seating capacity of about 100 persons.

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  Landscape features

(WIPROLIGHTING,GOOGLE)

Fig 1.4 – 3D model top view.

(WIPROLIGHTING,GOOGLE)

Fig 1.5 - 3D model front view.

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  It has a very large pervious and green area which covers around
60% of the total site area where it is situated.
 The roads around the buildings are made of concrete instead of bi-
tuminous for achieving high reflectance of sunlight and heat.
 The ambient temperature is reduced by the extensive landscaping,
by planting native plants in courtyards and terrace gardens and al-
so around the building area.
 Vertical Green Wall is provided in the landscaped areas.

(CPWD, GOOGLE)

Fig 1.6 – Green plantation in courtyard.

(CPWD, GOOGLE)

Fig 1.7- Vertical Green walls.

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 IDENTIFICATION OF DIFFERENT COMPONENTS OF
THE PROJECT:

 Controlling measures taken to ensure minimum impact on

the environment during construction

 During the excavation and construction stage soil erosion and sed-
imentation control was done, also the good earth was preserved
by staking of the complete excavated earth (i.e. 1.5lakh cu m.) at
Sunder Nagar nursery for later fresh plantation.

 To suppress spreading of dust into the air and surrounding areas

site screening up to a height of 20’ was performed.

 Regular washing and cleaning of vehicle tyres before exiting the

site and of surrounding roads were carried out.

 The waste produced was segregated and sent to the municipal fa-
cility, restricting the mixing it with ground water. It was also en-
sured that no slipping of lubricating oil, waste oil etc, into the
ground which could result in contamination and leaching in the
ground water.

 Noise level was maintained meeting environmental emission

standards by keeping it within permissible limits by installing 4 si-
lent type D.G sets during the project.

 Air, water and noise levels were checked regularly and relevant
quality check reports were sent to MOEF (Ministry of Environment
and forestry) and DPCC on a basis of 6 months.

 The majority of regional materials were produced within 250 km

from the site location.

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 Identification and Analysis of materials:

 Recycled materials used:

 Waste brick bats were used for the filling of landscaped areas and
water proofing treatment of the terraces.

 Solar radiation reflection on the terrace was done by using waste

pieces of glazed tiles.
.
 Recycled materials like ‘Aerolite’ calcium silicate of false ceiling
tiles, gypsum board in partitions, fly ash bricks and calcium silicate
HILUX board etc, were used.

 66% according to the cost of materials were taken from sources

within 800 km, 95% of raw materials were harvested or extracted
locally.

 Fly ash bricks were preferred, as energy is saved in its manufac-

turing method, mercury pollution reduced, costs is 20% less than
traditional clay bricks in manufacturing. Embodied energy is low
along with very high recycled content, also CO2 emission is low,
lighter than clay bricks, high strength, no breakage during
transport, uniform size which reduced mortar required in joints and
plastering by 50%. Low water penetration reducing water seepage.

 77% of the building materials contained recycled content in the

form of broken tiles, recycled papers, recycled aluminium, fly ash,
broken glass, mineral fibres, cellulose fibres and quarry dust.

 Sustainable, harvested new wood certified by the forest steward-

ship council were used.

 Significant amount of materials like toilet doors, scrap steel, stone

slabs etc. salvaged from other construction sites were reused.

 Garden was paved with recycled clay tiles and construction waste
stones.

 For easy drainage of water on the roads, stone grid pavers were
used.

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 Insulated building envelope which reduces the load of AC of
the building by almost 30% by using:

 Composite walls made up of composite brick and stone masonry with

a cavity of 75mm which is again filled with glass wool insulation.

 Roof insulations which is an over deck insulation made with 55mm

thick Polyurethane foam on the terrace as roof slabs and a layer of
mosaic flooring done with broken glazed tiles pieces to reflect the so-
lar radiations.

 Courtyard planning is efficiently done around 100’x100’ landscape

courtyards which ensures-

i. Proper natural lighting in all the common areas like the

stairs, lobby, lifts etc. which cuts down the use of artifi-
cial lightings and has proper external view.

ii. The corridor walls have an added layer of glazing pro-

vided to enhance natural lighting.

iii. Natural light penetration in both levels of basement is

ensured by light cut-outs in courtyards.

 .Double glazed dual sealed and insulated units are used for glaz-
ing.

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(CPWD, GOOGLE)

Fig 1.8- Double Glazed and dual sealed glass windows.

(CPWD, GOOGLE)

Fig 1.9- Ambient natural lighting inside.

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 Identification and Analysis of Technolo-
gies:

 VRF air conditioning system is installed which pre-cools fresh air

which uses non-CFC refrigerants which also has a heat recovery
wheel.

 The energy consumption of lifts have been reduced to about 25%

by using machine room less and gearless lifts.

 SPV panels have been provided for hot water in the kitchen.

 Occupancy sensors, CFL’s and mirror optic fixtures are also being
used.

(wiprolighting,google)

Fig 1.10 – Daylight and occupancy sensors.

 As per the following regulations the external and facade lightings

have been installed

i. Facade lighting lpd = 50% of Ashrae norms.

ii. External street lighting lpd = 80% of Ashrae norms.
iii. There is no upward flux and no light trespass.

 Effective water management in the building is done by

i. Hydro-pneumatic water distribution systems installed in the

building.

ii. Installation of sensors in the urinals and the water taps.

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 iii. Providing dual flushing cisterns to reduce water consump-
tions.

iv. The use of STP treated water for flushing as well as flush-
ing purposes.

 Bio-degradable waste generated by end users is segregated

properly.

 Indoor air quality is maintained by the following

i. Carbon dioxide (CO2) sensors are installed in meeting
rooms.
ii. Fresh air is being supplied by TFA system (21 CFM/ per-
son).
iii. Carbon monoxide (CO) sensors are installed in the base-
ments.
iv. Low VOC products of paints, carpets, sealants, adhesives
etc. are used.
v. To reduce the amount of dirt particles entering the interiors
foot mats are placed before the entrances.

 To achieve the optimization of resources and monitoring of the

building to the pretext of the historical data of the building BMS
system has been provided to integrate all the services of the build-
ing through a software interface. In case of emergency the alarm
management and building systems responds in a coordinated
manner, also graphical presentation of data and reports are in-
cluded.

 In order to achieve Green Point under head of the controllability of

the system in which 90% of the occupants are directly able to con-
trol their own lights workstation mounted task lighting are used.

 In all the areas where daylight is sufficient PIR occupancy + day-

light dimming sensors are installed.

 The lighting system known as SPACIO used in JNB is a 3rd gener-

ation brightness managing fixture which is also a proven solution
for green buildings, designed for achieving visually balanced light
distribution in both planes. It combines the best in class HET tech-
nology light dispersion techniques through lines which are textured
for achieving lowest LPD.

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 (wiprolighting,google)

Fig 1.11 – LED down lighters by KOLORS (1W X 3 LEDs)

(wiprolighting,google)

Fig 1.12 – My light. (9W CFL)

(wiprolighting,google)

Fig 1.13 – SPACIO lights. (2 X 14W T5, 3 X14W T5, 4 X 14W T5)

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(CPWD)

Fig 1.14- Night time lighting.

(CPWD)

Fig 1.15- Interior lighting.

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 LEARNING AND RECOMMENDATIONS:

 Building tradition in India has been evolved by adopting sustaina-

ble green building practices. Since sustainable construction is
gaining popularity in the present day construction scenario. The
Government emphasize in promoting Green Building concepts and
practices in a planned manner. This Policy is used as an evolving
framework of green building technology which can be improved to
be suitable to the present and the future requirements.

 The infrastructure which was built over 220 crore is not at all suffi-
cient for accommodating the entire ministry as the floor area ratio(
FAR) included at the time of allotment of land to the ministry,
which restricted the construction plans of the ministry.

 Use of water efficient equipments and tools can be used for con-
servation of water in the entire building.

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 References

 CPWD case study report from CPWD website.

 Green building report on Jawaharlal Nehru Bhawan from web.

 CPWD tender and contracts from CPWD website.

 Wipro lighting case study about JNB from Wipro website.

 News and other web sources.

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