IGBC Green Existing Building Preliminary Review

IGBC’S Green Existing Buildings Preliminary Review – Pilot Version
Project Name : Mahindra Towers, Delhi

Project No. : EB 17 0216
Review Date : 24 August 2018
Pilot Version
How to Interpret this Report
Purpose The Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) has launched IGBC’S Green Existing Buildings O&M
Rating system to encourage green concepts and techniques. Green concepts and techniques in
commercial sector helps to address national priorities like handling consumer waste, water
efficiency, reduction in use of fossil fuels, energy efficiency and conserving natural resources.
The ‘Mahindra Tower, Delhi’ project was evaluated according to this system and the
Preliminary Rating is as follows:
Environmental The report is organised into five environmental categories as defined by IGBC’S Green Existing
Categories Buildings which include - Site & Facility Management, Water Efficiency, Energy Efficiency,
Health & Comfort and Innovation.
IGBC’S Prerequisites are mandatory and must be achieved. These prerequisites should be addressed
Prerequisite immediately by the team.
IGBC’S Credits The environmental categories are subdivided into the established IGBC’S Green Existing
Buildings credits, which are based on desired performance goals within each category. An
assessment of whether the credit is earned, pending, or rejected is made and a narrative
describes the basis for the assessment.
Anticipated The applicant has provided the mandatory documentation which supports achievement of
the credit requirements and associated points. For Pilot Version the documentation of these
36 credits is complete, and the points which are considered as achieved are designated as 'CAA'
(Credit Achievement Anticipated). These credits will be finally awarded during the Final Review.
Pending The applicant has not totally satisfied the mandatory documentation, or the documentation is
incomplete and point assessment cannot yet be made. Currently the project has the potential to
40 score the adjacent points in this category with additional documentation.
Denied The applicant has applied for a point in a particular credit but has misinterpreted the credit
intent or cannot substantiate meeting the requirements. The project has not demonstrated
00 achievement of these credits.
Preliminary Rating: Not Certified
Scores: Certified: 50–59, Silver Rating: 60-69, Gold Rating: 70-79, Platinum Rating: 80-100
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Anticipated
Pending
Denied
8 10 0 Site & Facility Management Possible Points 18

Y Green Policy Mandatory requirement 1
Preliminary Review:
CAA
The IGBC EB Template and narrative have been submitted describing the strategies
adopted to mandate the adoption of atleast 3 eco-friendly practices during renovation
of the building.
Possible Points A13declaration from the owner is submitted stating that the project has
conformed to the requirements of the local bye-laws and has also received all
regulatory clearances. A copy of the sustainability report for the organization has been
submitted.
A copy of the green policy adopted by the project has been submitted. The policy
includes adoption of green practices during future building retrofit and renovation. The
eco-friendly practices considered in the policy include:
1. Building materials to have at least 10% recycled content, by total cost of material.
2. Paints and adhesives to have low VOC content.
3. Workman involved in the construction to be provided with restrooms and safe
drinking water facility.
4. All appliances purchased to have at least BEE 3 star.
This meets the mandatory requirement.
Requirements: To ensure that the building conforms to the requirements of the local bylaws, provide a
declaration from the building owner stating that the required clearances from all regulatory
bodies are in place. Have a policy in place which mandates the adoption of atleast 3 of the
following eco friendly practices during renovation of the building.
❖ Building materials including interior materials to have atleast 10% recycled content, by
cost
❖ 50% of the wood materials to have FSC or PEFC or equivalent certification
❖ 50% of waste generated (by weight or volume) on site do not go to a landfill
❖ Paints and adhesives to have low VOC
❖ Workmen involved in the construction to be provided with restrooms and safe drinking
water facility
❖ All appliances purchased to have BEE 3 star or above rating. This applies to appliances
for which the BEE star labeling program is in place.
Note: Refer Annexure I for VOC limits of materials
Y Waste Collection & Disposal Mandatory Requirement 2
Pending Preliminary Review:

The IGBC EB Template and narrative have been submitted stating that separate dry and
wet waste collection containers are placed at each floor. These containers are emptied
at the end of each day into the central waste collection area. Dry waste contains paper
and glass. Further, the project team has specified that plastic is not used at the facility.
Still small dedicated bins are provided for collecting plastic waste.
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E-waste generated in the building is segregated and collected at ground floor to be
further collected by the authorized recycling organization, each month. The e-waste
generated are - used batteries, tube lighting, CPU, mouse, screen, switch gears and
capacitor banks. Further, the building doesn’t have any cooking facilities, hence,
workers bring food from home. The bio-waste bins have been placed at the terrace for
collection of garden bio-degradable waste.
Submittal includes photographs of waste segregation and collection yard, landscape
waste collection, copy of e-waste registration certificate (valid till 2019), certificate of
appreciate for waste paper recycling and declaration letter stating ‘no plastic waste’
generation in the building. Few more details are required to award the mandatory
requirement.
Requirements: Demonstrate an ongoing solid waste collection and disposal system to include both hazardous
& non-hazardous waste.
Hazardous waste includes e-waste, batteries, lamps etc and non-hazardous waste
includes paper, plastic, metals, organic waste, etc. The project has to follow the
Hazardous Waste management Guidelines as prescribed by Ministry of Environment &
Forest (MoEF), Government of India.
❖ Have provision to segregate atleast food, e-waste, metals, plastic and paper in the central
waste collection area
Technical
Advice:
Please submit / clarify the following:
1. Type (dry, wet and e-waste) and quantity of waste generated in the preceding year.
2. Site plan showing the locations of waste collection and composting areas
4 Eco-friendly Commuting Practices: 25%, 50% Credit 1
CAA Preliminary Review:

The IGBC EB Template and narrative submitted states that the building occupants are
using public transport, private vehicle and shared service to commute between office &
residential area. 366 employees are using public transport and shared vehicles to
commute to office and the upcoming metro station which is 112 meters from building
entrance would further enable eco-friendly commuting. The metro line connects major
part of Delhi.
Submittals include the maps indicating the nearest bus stops, upcoming metro station,
commuter’s survey forms and schedule of bus stop for frequency of buses supported
with photograph of these facilities.
Since, 87% of the total occupants are using eco-friendly transportation, the intent of
this credit is met. The credit is awarded. In the final submission please submit the
survey forms filled by all occupants.
Requirements: Provide shuttle services to nearest public transportation facility (OR) Provide bus pool / van
pool facilities to pick and drop permanent occupants to their residential places.
Points are awarded as below:

Percentage of occupants Points
served with shuttle or bus/ van pool
services
25% 2
50% 4
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Technical
Advice:
2 Eco-friendly Landscaping Practices: 50%, 75% Credit 2

The IGBC EB Template and narrative submitted states that the project has native and
adaptive species for 100% of the landscape. Submittals include the list of native/
adaptive species planted in the project, landscape plan along with the photographs.
Few more details are required for compliance.
Requirements: Have in place, eco-friendly landscaping practices such as use of organic fertilisers and / or
use of locally adaptive plants for a minimum of 50% of the landscape requirements.
Percentage of organic fertilisers usedand / Points

or use of locally adaptive plants
50% 1
75% 2
This credit is applicable for projects where in the landscape area is greater than or equal to
15% of the overall site area. This can also include roof gardens and vertical landscaping.
Technical
Advice:
Please submit photographs of landscape areas and list of all native /adaptive species
planted in the project.
4 Heat Island Reduction, Non-roof: 50%, 75% Credit 3.1

The IGBC EB Template and narrative submitted states that the project has stilt parking
for 100% of the parking areas. Submittal includes the photographs of parking area and
ground floor plan showing the parking.
Few details are required to show credit compliance.
Requirements: For exposed non-roof hardscape areas (such as footpaths, pathways, roads, uncovered
surface parking and other hardscape areas) within the project site, have atleast one or
combination of the following: ·
❖ Shade from the existing tree canopy ·
❖ Open grid pavers, including grass pavers ·
❖ Shade from solar panels ·
❖ Structured surface parking
Percentage of shaded non- roof Points
hardscape areas
50% 2
75% 4
Technical
Advice:
Please provide the information on outdoor hardscape areas. Kindly refer to the IGBC
Existing Building O&M Abridged Reference Guide to address the requirements.
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4 Heat Island Reduction, Roof: 50%, 75% Credit 3.2

The Template and submitted narrative states that 100% of the exposed roof area in the
project is covered with high SRI paint with SRI value of 122. Submittals include the
photographs of roof along with roof plan and specification sheet of SRI paint.
This meets the credit requirement.
Requirements: For exposed roof areas, have vegetation OR materials with high Solar Reflective Index (SRI)
value (such as white/ light coloured tiles or high reflective coatings or other high reflective
materials). Reflective materials / surfaces shall have a minimum SRI value of 78.
Percentage of roof area with highreflective materials Points

50% 2
75% 4
Notes:
❖ All roof areas, including podium, covered surface parking and utility blocks, which are
exposed to the sky (at and above ground level) can be considered for calculations.
❖ Exposed roof area need not include equipment platforms, areas with solar photovoltaics,
skylights, swimming pool, walkways etc.·
❖ China mosaic tiles are exempted from showing SRI value.
2 Outdoor Light Pollution Reduction Credit 4

The IGBC EB Template and a narrative has been provided stating that the landscape
area is decorated with outdoor lighting system and all lightings are downward facing.
Submittals include the photographs of lighting fixtures, specification sheet and site
plan showing lighting fixtures.
However, some more clarifications are required for credit compliance.
Requirements: No external light should be upward looking.
The lighting power densities should not exceed 80% for exterior areas (Parking, landscape,
roads, walkways etc.) and 50% for building facades as indicated in ECBC Section 7.3.
Technical
Advice:
Please provide revised documentation for all exterior areas which are applicable as per
ECBC Section 7.3.5. Provide actual photographs of the project of all building entrances
with and without canopy, all building exits and facade.
2 Building Operations & Maintenance Credit 5

The narrative submitted states that the project has an operation and maintenance plan
in place. The project has an annual maintenance contracts for HVAC systems, lighting
systems, power back-up systems, RWH, elevators & escalators, and building
management system.
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Submittal includes the contracts for few systems, maintenance schedules and records
for major equipment and systems and energy & water audit reports. However, more
details are required to award this credit.
Requirements: Have in place an operation & maintenance plan for the following, as applicable (1 point):
• HVAC systems (including chillers, cooling towers etc)
• Lighting systems
• Waste water treatment systems
• Onsite renewable energy systems
• Rain Water harvesting structures
• Power back-up systems (Generator sets, gas turbines etc)
• Elevators and escalators
• Building management systems
Carry-out energy and water audit, once in 3 years and explore opportunities for improvement
(1 point)
Technical
Advice:
Please provide/ clarify the following:
1. A copy of the operation and maintenance plan for the building.
2. A preventive maintenance schedule for each of the above-mentioned systems and
equipment.
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Anticipated
Pending
Denied
0 18 0 Water Efficiency Possible Points 26
Y Water Efficient Fixtures Mandatory Requirement 1

Preliminary Review:
Pending
The project team have submitted a narrative indicating that plumbing fixtures are
efficient. Calculation have been provided indicating that the project has reduced
potable water use by 44% from a calculated baseline design. Submittals provided
include water use calculations and declaration letter from site manager stating the flow
and flush rates.
However, some more documents are required.
Requirements: Use water efficient plumbing fixtures whose flow rates meet the baseline criteria, individually
or in aggregate. The baseline criterion is as under:
Estimated daily uses

Maximum Flow Rate/
Fixture Type Duration per
Consumption
person*
Water 1 for male;
6.0 LPF 1 flush
Closets 3 for females
Faucets /
8.0 LPM 0.25 min 4
taps**
Urinals 4.0 LPF 1 flush 2 for males
Source: Uniform Plumbing Code- India, 2008
* Estimated daily usage per person for 8 hours of stay.

** Includes faucets / taps used in rest rooms and canteen
Notes:
• Water from sources such as bore wells, natural wells, municipal water systems is
considered as potable water
• In case treated waste water/ captured rain water is being reused for flushing, the
reused quantity can be subtracted from the annual water use and compared against
the baseline annual quantity.
Technical
Advice:
1. Revised water use calculations considering a 50/50 male/female ratio. Current or
historic staffing levels are not an acceptable rationale for deviating from the
standard usage ratio of 50/50 M/F. The calculations require a balanced, one-to-one
sex ratio unless project conditions exist (such as a male dormitory) which would
affect the gender ratio for the life span of the building and warrant an alternative
ratio.
2. Cut sheets of water fixtures installed or a copy of the letter from the fixture
manufacturer indicating the model number with the flow rates. Alternatively explain
how the project team has arrived on the flow and flush rates mentioned in the
declaration.
3. Daily and annual water balance for the project. And, summary of floor-wise fixtures
installed in the project with their flow rate, and photographs of fixtures installed.
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6 Water Efficient Fixtures: 20%, 30%, 40% Credit 1
Preliminary Review:
Pending
Please refer to Preliminary review comments under WE Mandatory Requirement 1.
Requirements: Use water efficient plumbing fixtures whose flow rates meet the baseline criteria, individually
or in aggregate. The baseline criterion is as under:
Estimated daily uses

Maximum Flow Rate/ per
Fixture Type Consumption Duration person*
Water 1 for male;
Closets 6.0 LPF 1 flush 3 for females
Faucets /
taps** 8.0 LPM 0.25 min 4
Urinals 4.0 LPF 1 flush 2 for males
Source: Uniform Plumbing Code- India, 2008
* Estimated daily usage per person for 8 hours of stay.
** Includes faucets / taps used in rest rooms and canteen
Percentage of potable water savings over baseline Points

20% 2
30% 4
40% 6
Notes:
• In case treated waste water/ captured rain water is being reused for flushing, the reused
quantity can be subtracted from the annual water use and compared against the baseline
annual quantity.
Technical
Advice:
Please refer to technical advice comments under WE Mandatory Requirement 1.
4 Rain Water Harvesting: 25%, 50% Credit 2

The project team has provided the calculations indicating that 100% of the rain water
from roof and non-roof areas are collected and harvested by providing percolation pits.
Submittals include the photographs and sectional drawings of pits. However, more
details are required to award this credit.
Requirements: Have rainwater harvesting systems in place, to capture atleast 25% of run-off volumes from
roof and non- roof areas. The harvesting system have to cater atleast 1 day of normal rainfall*
occurred in the last 5 years.
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Percentage of Rainwater harvested onsite from roof & non - roof
Points
areas
25% 2
50% 4
In areas where the Central/ State Ground Water Board does not recommend artificial rain
water recharge (or) if the groundwater table is less than 4 m, the projects can show nominal
compliance by collection & reuse and points are awarded as below:
Rainwater Harvesting System to Capture Points
10% from roof & non-roof areas 2
20% from roof & non-roof areas 4
Notes:
• For rainfall information, refer Indian Metrological Department data at
http://www.imd.gov.in
• In *To arrive at the normal rainfall, divide peak month rainfall occurred in each year (in last
5 years) by number of rainy days in the respective month, and take the average of the five
values obtained. Abnormal rainy days like flash floods can be excluded from calculations.
Run-off coefficients for typical surface types are listed below:
S. No Surface Type Runoff Coefficient
1 Cemented/ Tiled Roof 0.95

2 Roof Garden (<100 mm thickness) 0.95
3 Roof Garden (100-200 mm thickness) 0.3
4 Roof Garden (201-500 mm thickness) 0.2
5 Roof Garden (>500 mm thickness) 0.1
6 Turf, Flat (0-1% slope) 0.25
7 Turf, Hilly (1-3% slope) 0.35
8 Turf, steep (3-10% slope) 0.4
9 Turf, Steep (>10% slope) 0.45
10 Vegetation, Flat (0-1% slope) 0.1
11 Vegetation, Average (1-3% slope) 0.2
12 Vegetation, Hilly (1-3% slope) 0.25
13 Vegetation, Steep (>10% slope) 0.3
14 Concrete Pavement 0.95
15 Gravel Pavement 0.75
16 Open Grid Concrete Pavement 0.75
17 Open Grid Grass Pavement 0.5
Technical
Advice:
1. Screenshot of IMD data considered for RWH calculations
2. Site plan highlighting the location and number of percolation pits
From the RWH calculations, it is observed that non-roof hardscape areas are not
considered in the calculations. Please submit the revised calculations by
considering all roof and non-roof areas.
Waste Water Treatment: 100% Credit 3

Preliminary Review:
Not Attempted
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Requirements: Have on-site treatment systems to treat 100% of waste water generated in the building /
campus, to the quality standards suitable for reuse as prescribed by Central (or) State
Pollution Control Board (CPCB), as applicable.
Waste Water Reuse, 75%, 100% Credit 4
Not Attempted Preliminary Review:
Requirements: Demonstrate that the treated waste water from waste water treatment plant is being reused for
irrigation/ cooling water make-up/ flushing water requirements. Points are awarded as under:
Percentage of Treated Water Reused Points

75% 2
100% 4
Notes:
• Treated waste water from other sites/ local authorities through piped connections can also
be considered to show compliance.
4 Water Metering Credit 5

The project team has submitted a narrative stating that the project has installed meters
to ensure continuous monitoring of water usages at various locations. Further it states
that the project does not import water from an external source.
The narrative further states that separate water meters have been installed to monitor
domestic water consumption from bore well, irrigation consumption and flushing.
Additionally, submittals include the photographs of water meters installed and the
plumbing schematic indicating the locations of water meters installed.
However, meters logs are not provided.
Requirements: Demonstrate water monitoring for the following, as applicable
• Water consumption through bore well
• Municipal water supply
• Water consumption of each tenant in multi- tenant spaces (as applicable)
• Water purchased from external sources like tankers Water consumption/ supply for flushing
• Water consumption/ supply for irrigation requirements
• Any other major consumers of water consumption
•
Technical
Advice:
Please submit water meter logs for at least last 6 months for all 3 meters alongwith
water balance chart for the project. Also, address the queries raised under WE MR 1.
4 Turf Area: 50%, 25% Credit 6

The Template and narrative submitted states that the project has planted limited turf
onsite. Calculations provided indicate 23% of the total landscaped area is planted with
turf. Submittals provided include a landscape plan showing the turf area and
photographs of turf planted. However, more details are required to award the credit.
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Requirements: Have limited turf onsite. The points are awarded as below*:
Turf Area as a Percentage of Total Points

Landscaped Area
50% 2
25% 4
*This credit is applicable for projects where in the landscape area is greater than or equal to
15% of the overall site area.
Note:
• Landscape here refers to soft landscaping which includes only vegetation.
• Landscape areas over built structures such as basements, podium, roofs, etc., can be
considered for calculations.
• Potted plants cannot be considered under landscaping.
Technical
Advice:
From the photographs and plan it is observed that landscape consists more of turf
area. Please submit at least 5 long shot photographs of landscape areas and kindly
revise the calculations as required.
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Anticipated
Pending
Denied
16 0 0 Energy Efficiency Possible Points - 30

Y Eco-friendly Refrigerants & Halons Mandatory Requirement 1

A narrative has been submitted stating that Heating, Ventilation & Air-conditioning
(HVAC) equipment installed in the project are CFC-free and the fire suppression
systems used in the project are free from Halons or other ozone depleting substances.
Further, the chillers have R 123 and R134A refrigerants. The fire extinguisher system
uses HCF 227 (CFC Free), which is an eco-friendly alternative to chemical and water-
based extinguishing systems. Submittals include the declaration from site manager
stating the same. However, photographs are not submitted.
Requirements: Demonstrate that Heating, Ventilation & Air-conditioning (HVAC) equipment and Unitary Air-
Conditioners installed in the project are CFC-free.
Also, the fire suppression systems used in the project should be free form halons or other
ozone depleting substances.
In case the project is still using HVAC systems with CFC, submit a phase out plan & replace
the refrigerant which is free from CFC within the next 3 years. Also, submit a phase out plan
for fire suppression systems to ensure that the equipment will be free from halons or other
ozone depleting substances within the next 3 years.
Technical
Advice:
Please submit / clarify for the following:
1. The photographs/ specification sheets highlighting the refrigerants on both Chillers.
2. Photographs of fire extinguishing equipment.
Y Minimum Energy Performance Mandatory Requirement 2

The template and a narrative has been submitted stating that the project has followed
EPI method for compliance and has provided documentation demonstrating that the
annual energy consumption in the building is within the EPI limits as prescribed by
BEE. The template indicates that the project has achieved an EPI of 97.6 for the project.
Submittals include the EPI calculations and electricity bills for last one year.
The project meets the mandatory as well the credit
Requirements: 1) EPI Method
Demonstrate that the annual energy consumption in the building is within the EPI (Energy
Performance Index) limits as mentioned in the table below:
• Day Time Office Buildings *
Climatic Zone EPI range for buildings having EPI range for buildings
more than 50% occupied area having less than 50% of
as air conditioned occupied area as air
(kWh/m2/year) conditioned
(kWh/m2/year)
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Composite 190-165 80-70
Warm & Humid 200-175 85-75
Hot & Dry; Temperate 180-155 75-65
Source: BEE
• Shopping Malls
Climatic Zone EPI range (kWh/m2/year)
Composite 350-300
Warm & Humid 450-400
Hot & Dry; 300-250
Temperate 275-250
Source: BEE
• BPOs
Climatic Zone EPI range (kWh/m2/year)
Composite 450-400
Warm & Humid 460-410
Hot & Dry; 315-265
Temperate 400-350
Source: BEE
2) Energy Simulation Method
For buildings located in cold climatic zone, other building types such as 24-hour office
buildings, IT Parks, hotels, hospitals, airports, banks etc., and any other building types not
mentioned above, follow ECBC (Revised Version may, 2008) whole building simulation
approach. The actual annual energy consumption of the building should not exceed the base
case energy consumption computed as per ECBC. Simulation is to be carried out for
achieving comfort temperatures of 26 + 2 deg C.
Note:
Building types where baseline EPI have been shown can also opt for the Simulation method
Technical
Advice:
12 Improved Energy Performance: 10%, 12.5%, 15%, 17.5%, 20%, 22.5%, 25% Credit 1

Please refer to review comments under EE MR 2.
Requirements: Demonstrate that the annual energy consumption of energy systems in the building achieves
the EPI limits as mentioned in the table below:
1) EPI Method
• · Day Time Office Buildings *
Climatic Zone EPI range for buildings EPI range for No. of Points
having more than 50% buildings having
occupied area as air less than 50% of
conditioned occupied area as air
(kWh/m2/year) conditioned
(kWh/m2/year)
Composite 165-153 70-66 2
152-141 65-61 4
140-128 60-56 6
127-115 55-51 8
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115-103 50-46 10
102-91 45-41 12
Below 90 Below 40 14
Warm & Humid 175-163 75-71 2
162-151 70-66 4
150-138 65-61 6
137-126 60-56 8
125-113 55-51 10
112-101 50-46 12
Hot & Dry; 155-143 65-61 2

Temperate
142-131 60-56 4
130-118 55-51 6
117-106 50-46 8
105-93 45-41 10
92-81 40-36 12
Source: BEE
* EPI values are applicable only for day use office buildings which operate for 260 to 300 days
in a year. For office buildings which operate in two shifts, the projects can show compliance by
simulation approach
• Shopping Malls
Climatic Zone EPI range No. of Points

(kWh/m2/year)
Composite 300-276 2
275-251 4
250-226 6
225-201 8
200-176 10
175-151 12
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Below 150 14
Warm & Humid 400-376 2
375-351 4
350-326 6
325-301 8
300-276 10
275-251 12
Below 250 14
Hot & Dry; 250-226 2

Temperate
225-201 4
200-176 6
175-151 8
150-126 10
125-101 12
Below 100 14

(kWh/m2/year)
Temperate 250-238 2
237-226 4
225-213 6
212-201 8
200-188 10
187-176 12
Below 175 14
Source: BEE
• BPOs

(kWh/m2/year)
Composite 400-376 2
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375-351 4
350-326 6
325-301 8
300-276 10
275-251 12
Below 150 14
Warm & Humid 410-386 2
385-361 4
360-336 6
335-311 8
310-286 10
285-261 12
Below 260 14

(kWh/m2/year)
265-241 2
240-216 4
215-191 6
Hot & Dry 190-166 8
165-141 10
140-116 12
Below 115 14
350-326 2
325-301 4
300-276 6
275-251 8
Temperate
250-226 10
225-201 12
Below 200 14
Source: BEE
2) Energy Simulation Method
For buildings located in cold climatic zone, other building types such as 24-hour office
buildings, IT Parks, hotels, hospitals, airports, banks etc., and any other building types not
mentioned above, follow ECBC (Revised Version may, 2008) whole building simulation
approach. The actual annual energy consumption of the building should better the base case
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energy consumption computed as per ECBC. Simulation is to be carried out for achieving
comfort temperatures of 26 + 2 deg C
Note:
Building types where baseline EPI have been shown can also opt for the Simulation method
Percentage energy savings over ECBC Points

10% 2
12.5% 4
15% 6
17.5% 8
20% 10
22.5% 12
25% 14
Technical
Advice:
On site Renewable Energy: 2.5%, 5%, 7.5% Credit 2
Requirements: Demonstrate renewable energy generation for atleast 2.5% of total annual energy
consumption of the building. Points are awarded as below:
Renewable energy as a percentage of

Points
total energy consumption
2.5% 2
5% 4
7.5% 6
Note:
Solar hot water systems cannot be considered as power generation source and cannot be
subtracted from the total energy consumed.
Off Site Renewable Energy: 25%, 50%, 75% Credit 3
Requirements: Supply Demonstrate that the project has invested in off-site green power and wheeling the
energy to the building. Have in place a contract with the supplier/ developer for a minimum of
2 years. Alternatively, buy RECs (Renewable Energy Certificates) equivalent to atleast 25% of
the energy consumption of the facility, in the last one year. Type of renewable energy source
has to be inline with the definition as recommended by MNRE, Government of India and
respective State Regulatory Commissions.
Points are awarded as below.
Renewable energy as a percentage of

Points
total energy consumption
25% 2
50% 4
75% 6
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4 Energy Metering Credit 4

Preliminary Review:
CAA
The IGBC EB template and a narrative has been submitted stating that the project has
energy metering and monitoring for HVAC systems, lighting and Power Backup.
Submittals include the photographs of meters, schematic showing location of meters,
logs for last one year. This meets the intent of the credit.
Requirements: Demonstrate that the facility has energy metering and monitoring for the following
applications:
1. Central HVAC systems (Main Chiller)
2. Interior lighting consumption
3. Renewable energy generation
4. Power Backup systems (Generators sets, gas turbines etc)
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Anticipated
Pending
Denied
6 6 0 Health & Comfort Possible Points - 14

Y Tobacco Smoke Control Mandatory Requirement 1

The IGBC EB Template and a narrative have been provided stating that smoking is
prohibited in the entire campus. The documentation indicates that the project has
installed signage at various locations clearly showing ‘No Smoking’. Photographs of
no smoking signage installed in the project and a No Smoking Policy letter have been
provided as supporting document.
This meets the mandatory requirement.
Requirements: Demonstrate that smoking is prohibited in the building and is in accordance with the
Government of India regulations.
In case the project has assigned outdoor smoking areas, locate such areas at a minimum of
7.6 meters from all outdoor air intakes (entrance doors, window openings etc.)
Alternately, compliance can be shown through designated smoking rooms which capture and
remove tobacco smoke from the building. At a minimum, the smoking room must be directly
exhausted to the outdoors, away from air intakes and building entry paths, with no
recirculation of tobacco smoke containing air to nonsmoking areas and enclosed with
impermeable deck-to-deck partitions.
The smoking room must be operated at a negative pressure, compared with the surrounding
spaces, of atleast an average of 5 Pascals (Pa) (0.5 mm of water gauge) and a minimum of 1
Pa (0.025 mm of water gauge) when the doors to the smoking rooms are closed.
Technical
Advice:
Y Fresh Air Ventilation Mandatory Requirement 2

The IGBC EB Template and a narrative has been provided stating that the fresh air
ventilation in all regularly occupied areas meet the minimum ventilation rates as
prescribed in Annexure II of the IGBC Green Existing Buildings O&M Abridged Version.
The documentation submitted includes a narrative briefing natural and mechanical
ventilation calculations for all regularly occupied areas and test reports of the fresh air
ventilation systems in operation. However, additional information is required to show
compliance.
Requirements: For Air Conditioned spaces
Demonstrate that the fresh air ventilation in all regularly occupied areas meet the minimum
ventilation rates as prescribed in Annexure II. Also provide test results of the system in
operation.
For Naturally Ventilated Spaces
Demonstrate that the ratio of open able area to the carpet area is atleast 4% in each regularly
occupied zone.
Note:
Regularly occupied areas are those where people sit or stand as they work, irrespective of the
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number of days occupied in a year.
Technical
Advice:
Please submit/ clarify the following:
1. Architectural drawings (floor plan and elevation for each block) clearly indicating all
regularly and non-regularly occupied space within the project.
2. HVAC drawings for each floor highlighting mechanical ventilation layout.
3. Actual photographs of the windows in the project verifying that the windows
provided in naturally ventilated spaces are openable.
4. Ventilation calculation have not factored occupancy for estimating the ventilation
requirement for each space. Kindly revise calculations (based on area and
occupancy). Please refer Annexure-II: IGBC Green Existing Buildings O&M rating.
Carbon dioxide Monitoring & Control Credit 1

Requirements: For Air Conditioned Spaces
Demonstrate that the project has installed CO2 sensors and a control system to maintain a
differential CO2 level of 530ppm in all regularly occupied areas. For densely occupied areas,
have in place CO2 sensors at the breathing zone levels with monitoring systems.
For Naturally Ventilated Spaces
For each regularly occupied area in the project, demonstrate that the ratio of openable
area to the carpet area is at least 6%.
2 Isolation of Polluting Equipment & Systems Credit 2

Preliminary Review:
CAA
The IGBC EB Template and a narrative has been provided stating that for areas such as
janitor rooms, housekeeping areas and printer rooms in the project are isolated from
the regularly occupied areas and are provided with exhaust for removing the harmful
gases. Submittals include photographs of janitor & printer rooms and cut-sheet of
exhaust fan. This meets the intent of the credit.
Requirements: For areas such as janitor rooms, housekeeping areas and printer rooms, demonstrate that the
project has isolated these areas with regularly occupied areas by providing partitions.
Each of these spaces have to be provided with exhaust systems. The exhaust rate should be
atleast 0.5 cfm per sq.ft.
2 Eco-friendly Housekeeping Chemicals Credit 3

The Template and a narrative has been submitted stating that the project is using
housekeeping chemicals that meets GS-37 standard/ Indian / European equivalent
standards, for all building applications. Submittals include photographs, manufacturer
data and purchase invoices of eco-friendly housekeeping chemicals.
Requirements: Demonstrate that project is using housekeeping chemicals that meet green seal standard
(GS-37) or other Indian/European equivalent standards, for all building applications.
Technical
Advice:
Please provide purchase invoices of housekeeping chemicals for past one year (or)
submit the contract for procuring these chemicals in the future.
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2 Thermal Comfort, Indoor Temperature & RH Credit 4

The narrative provided states that the building is maintained at the requisite
temperature and relative humidity conditions. The temperature maintained in the
spaces is 24 ± 2 oC. Submittals include the Indoor temperature and RH readings during
summer, monsoon and winter supported by filled survey forms for few building
occupants.
However, it is unclear if 80% of the building occupants are satisfied with the
temperatures and relative humidity.
Requirements: Demonstrate that the building was maintained at the requisite temperature and relative
humidity conditions, for 90% of the time. The comfort condition to be maintained is 26+ 2
degree C and RH in the range of 30 to 70 %
Also conduct a survey once in 6 months and show that 80% of the building occupants are
satisfied with the temperatures maintained.
Technical
Advice:
Please provide the analysis of the survey to establish that 80% of the building
occupants are thermally comfortable.
4 Facilities for Differently Abled People Credit 5

The IGBC EB Template and a narrative have been provided stating that the facility has
the following provisions for differently abled:
1. Non-slippery ramps for easy access to the main entrance of the building
2. Uniformity in floor level for hindrance-free movement in common areas
3. Preferred car park space having an easy access to the main entrance or closer to
the lift lobby
4. Wheelchair facilities for disabled friendly person. And, rest rooms (toilets) for
differently abled people
Further it states that Braille system is in process of installation and related documents
are already submitted. Submittals also include photographs supporting the above
points. This meets the requirement of the credit.
Requirements: Demonstrate that the facility has the following provisions for differently abled people*
• Non-slippery ramps for easy access to the main entrance of the building. Such ramps
should have with hand rails on atleast one side
• Uniformity in floor level for hindrance-free movement in common areas such as wash
rooms, canteen and common assembly area
• Preferred car park space(s) having an easy access to the main entrance or closer to
the lift lobby
• Braille and audio assistance in lifts for visually impaired people
• Rest rooms (toilets) for differently abled people
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2 Occupant Well-being Facilities Credit 6
Preliminary Review:
Pending
The IGBC EB Template and narrative submitted states that the project has provided
occupant well-being facilities includes a Gym, a Medical Room, and space designated
for Yoga to cater to at least 10% of building occupants, through the day. Submittals
include the photographs of these facilities.
However, medical room cannot be considered under occupant’s well-being facility as it
is a basic amenity of any project. Occupant well-being facilities provided must enhance
the physical, emotional and spiritual wellbeing of the occupants (examples include:
gymnasium, aerobics, yoga, meditation or any indoor /outdoor games).
Requirements: Demonstrate that the project has atleast 2 occupant well-being facilities (such as gymnasium,
aerobics, yoga, meditation or any indoor / outdoor games) to cater to atleast 10% of building
occupants, through the day.
Technical
Advice:
Please provide plans highlighting the locations of occupant well-being facilities.
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Anticipated
Pending
Denied
6 6 0 Innovation in Design Possible Points - 12

2 Innovation in Design Credit 1.1

The project team has applied for credit points under innovation for achieving threshold
limits defined under SF Credit 1 (Eco-friendly Commuting Practices). Since, the base
credit is awarded, this credit is also awarded.
Requirements: Credit 1.1 (l point) In writing, identify the intent of the proposed innovation credit, the
proposed requirement for compliance, the proposed submittals to
demonstrate compliance, and the design approach (strategies) that
might be used to meet the requirements.
Technical
Advice:

limits defined under SF Credit 2 (Eco-friendly Landscaping Practices). However, the
base credit is kept pending.
Requirements: Credit 1.2 (l point) same as Credit 1.1
Technical
Advice:
Kindly address the queries raised under SF Credit 2.

2
limits defined under SF Credit 3.2 (Heat Island Effect - Roof). Since, the base credit is
awarded, this credit is also awarded.

Preliminary Review:
Pending
limits defined under WE Credit 2 (Rainwater Harvesting). However, the base credit is
kept pending.
Technical
Advice:
Please refer to the technical advice under WE Credit 2.
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The project team has applied for a credit point under innovation for extensive Green
Education outreach program. The project team has implemented a Case study
highlighting the sustainability of this project to the visitors and occupants during green
tour will be provided to inform about the operations of the building. Also, Signage at
various common locations inside the building will be installed to educate occupants
and visitors on the benefits of green buildings.
Submittals include the photographs of signage and plan showing locations of signage
installed in project. However, more details are required to award this credit.
Technical
Advice:
Please provide /clarify the following :
1. The development of a manual, guideline, or case study (pdf of the hardcopy),
2. The development of an outreach program or guided tour (a script and a tour stop
description drawing) and / or electronic examples of the comprehensive signage
program.
2 IGBC Accredited Professional Credit 2

The project team has involved Ms Vandana Singh as principal participant of the project
team. Documentation includes a copy of the IGBC AP certificate. This meets the credit
requirement.
Requirements: At least one principal participant of the project team shall be an IGBC Accredited Professional
(AP).
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IGBC’S Green Existing Buildings Preliminary Review – Pilot Version

Project Name : Mahindra Towers, Delhi

How to Interpret this Report

Preliminary Rating: Not Certified

Project Name : Mahindra Towers, Delhi

8 10 0 Site & Facility Management Possible Points 18

Y Waste Collection & Disposal Mandatory Requirement 2

Pending Preliminary Review:

Project Name : Mahindra Towers, Delhi

4 Eco-friendly Commuting Practices: 25%, 50% Credit 1

CAA Preliminary Review:

Points are awarded as below:

Project Name : Mahindra Towers, Delhi

2 Eco-friendly Landscaping Practices: 50%, 75% Credit 2

Pending Preliminary Review:

Percentage of organic fertilisers usedand / Points

4 Heat Island Reduction, Non-roof: 50%, 75% Credit 3.1

Project Name : Mahindra Towers, Delhi

4 Heat Island Reduction, Roof: 50%, 75% Credit 3.2

CAA Preliminary Review:

Points are awarded as below:

Percentage of roof area with highreflective materials Points

2 Outdoor Light Pollution Reduction Credit 4

Pending Preliminary Review:

2 Building Operations & Maintenance Credit 5

Pending Preliminary Review:

Project Name : Mahindra Towers, Delhi

Project Name : Mahindra Towers, Delhi

0 18 0 Water Efficiency Possible Points 26

Y Water Efficient Fixtures Mandatory Requirement 1

Estimated daily uses

Source: Uniform Plumbing Code- India, 2008

* Estimated daily usage per person for 8 hours of stay.

Project Name : Mahindra Towers, Delhi

Estimated daily uses

Urinals 4.0 LPF 1 flush 2 for males

Source: Uniform Plumbing Code- India, 2008

* Estimated daily usage per person for 8 hours of stay.

** Includes faucets / taps used in rest rooms and canteen

Points are awarded as below:

Percentage of potable water savings over baseline Points

4 Rain Water Harvesting: 25%, 50% Credit 2

Pending Preliminary Review:

Project Name : Mahindra Towers, Delhi

S. No Surface Type Runoff Coefficient

1 Cemented/ Tiled Roof 0.95

Waste Water Treatment: 100% Credit 3

Project Name : Mahindra Towers, Delhi

Waste Water Reuse, 75%, 100% Credit 4

Not Attempted Preliminary Review:

Percentage of Treated Water Reused Points

4 Water Metering Credit 5

Pending Preliminary Review:

4 Turf Area: 50%, 25% Credit 6

Pending Preliminary Review:

Project Name : Mahindra Towers, Delhi

Turf Area as a Percentage of Total Points

Project Name : Mahindra Towers, Delhi

16 0 0 Energy Efficiency Possible Points - 30

Pending Preliminary Review:

Y Minimum Energy Performance Mandatory Requirement 2

CAA Preliminary Review:

• Day Time Office Buildings *

Project Name : Mahindra Towers, Delhi