Kerala is going through an unprecedented construction boom which is expected to accelerate in the coming years. However, this is also leading to a wide range of environmental problems which are starting to manifest. It is therefore necessary to address the environmental issues associated with construction in a scientific and systematic manner.

Globally there is move towards “Green Buildings”. There are national organisations which promotes Green Buildings. Also the Ministry of Environment and Forest regulations on construction of large buildings have many green provisions.

While there are few instances of green buildings in Kerala, on the whole, both awareness and practice about the issue is yet to pick up momentum. The seminar is aimed at bringing together the key stakeholders in the field of construction in Kerala to update them about the developments in Building Green.