New study roots for more green buildings

The Strathmore solar plant. [Photo/Standard]

Embracing green technology could save developers up to 50 per cent of initial costs involved in putting up buildings, a study says.

The study, dubbed 'Greening Buildings and Communities: Costs and Benefits', says green buildings save energy by as much as 30 to 60 per cent. Conventional buildings use materials that are energy-consuming, which eventually translates into high costs for contractors.