https://www.123articleonline.com/rss/author/236349/ge3s-orgArticles written by ge3s org from 123ArticleOnline.comen-usCopyright (c) 123ArticleOnline.com All rights reserved. https://www.123articleonline.com/articles/1124023/carbon-footprint-the-stepping-stone-towards-a-carbon-neutral-world Climate change is recognized as a major challenge today. The Green House Gas Emission have negative impact on the climate and the environment. Carbon dioxide is the main Green House Gas Emitted by human's activity. Clearly, the industrial sector has a huge role to play in this increase of GHG emissions since industrialization. That is the reason that we see that industries are under pressure from the government as well as the public to green their activity and reduce emissions. https://www.123articleonline.com/articles/1123420/developments-in-sustainable-finance As a sustainability reporting consultant, we keep track of latest developments in the sustainability field. In this blog we walk you through green bonds and mortgages that are now being developed by banks across the global. Financial institutions and banks across the world haves made a global commitment to support green and sustainable projects. Billions if USD have been committed towards financing sustainable projects by 2030. Such finance would be utilised towards funding projects related to cleaner energy, low carbon technologies, and other projects that mitigate GHG emissions. These projects when funded would move the world towards delivery of the Paris Agreement and also to the UN's Sustainable Development Goals 2030. Being a sustainability reporting consultant we have helped several organisation report on sustainable finance as well as UN SDGs. https://www.123articleonline.com/articles/1122698/ge3s-leed-consultant-as-well-as-an-educator As LEED consultant, GE3S provides services to identify and integrate feasible sustainable design solutions into projects to optimize overall energy and environmental performance. We, at GE3S, offer breadth and depth of expertise and experience, the ability to work collaboratively with all stakeholders and project team members, and energy and daylighting analysis capabilities. We promote an integrated sustainable design process beginning with a sustainable design charrette. By bringing all stakeholders and team members into the planning and design process early, we are able to make sure the effective integration of sustainable design principles and strategies into all aspects of the project. We also have a training wing called GE3S Academy wherein we provide training on LEED Green Associate exam preparation. Our LEED Green Associate Training program is a weekend course spanning through 2-3 weekends. https://www.123articleonline.com/articles/1117421/ge3s-helps-in-understanding-the-potential-the-feasibility-for-achieving-leed-certification LEED consultant broadly refers to any LEED Professional who is responsible for guiding the overall process towards gaining the LEED certification for a building or campus. The LEED consultant may work for the Architect/contractor as a sub consultant, or for the Owner. As LEED processes go through rapid changes, a LEED consultant's project experience helps the contractor understand the likelihood of success and save time. All team members and stakeholders benefit from the exposure to a good LEED consultant as a means of training for handling future LEED projects. https://www.123articleonline.com/articles/1115632/ge3s-is-a-reputed-sustainability-reporting-adviser-in-the-uae Globally the private sector is increasingly participating in mitigating social and environmental issues. Its no more considered just the responsibility of governments. Companies are also proudly reporting their sustainability journey through annual reports on sustainability performance. GE3S a leading sustainability reporting consultant in the middle east has assisted companies from several sectors to address sustainability in their operation as well as supply chain and also report on their performance. https://www.123articleonline.com/articles/1115842/ge3s-is-rapidly-growing-with-work-experience-in-the-field-of-environmental-consultancy-services Environmental Impact Assessment is a thorough evaluation of the existing environment before any activity is undertaken, to ensure that all possible primary and secondary effects of the undertaking along with all possible alternatives. Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) is well-defined as 'procedure which should be followed to identify and predict the impact on the bio-geo-physical environment and on human health and well beings of legislative proposals, policies, programmes, projects and operational procedures; and to interpret and communicate information on the impacts'. GE3S is among highly reputed Environmental consultancy in the Middle East and India, Environmental consultants at GE3S are the trained and experienced in the field of EIA, having sounds understanding of Environmental Impact Assessment framework, its legislative implementation, technical and management strategies that significantly reduce the adverse effect of any activity on the environment. GE3S Consultants focuses on the industrial and infrastructural development of society at the minimum possible cost of the environment. https://www.123articleonline.com/articles/1114452/ge3s-professionals-who-are-highly-experienced-and-knowledgeable-on-the-topics-of-leed-green-buildin GE3S Academy is a leading training provider in the field of Green Buildings. GE3S has USGBC approved LEED faculty. Our LEED faculty has expertise in providing training for LEED Green Associate (LEED GA) Exam preparation. The training course is spread over 3 days on consecutive weekends. The classes are for 7 hours each day. At the end of each day class, a mock exam is undertaken. Once the training is over 2 full mock exams are undertaken replicating the requirements of LEED GA (LEED Green Associate) Examination. Our LEED faculty has experience of more than 8 years in providing training and also has working experience of green building certification. GE3S provides Green Building Consultancy in the Middle East and Asia. https://www.123articleonline.com/articles/1120170/get-a-leed-accredited-professional-credential-now Have you heard of LEED? The worlds most renowned green building certification system? This blog would provide you more information on the LEED certification process and how to become a LEED Green Associate. LEED Green Associate is the most sought after professional credential in the field to sustainable design. People have questions on how will LEED Green associate / LEED GA help in their career growth. The answer is simple, people with LEED professional credential are in demand in the construction industry so will help you lad your first job or even better can help you grow in your existing job. You will be recognized as someone who is well versed with the latest advancements in designing and construction sustainable buildings. https://www.123articleonline.com/articles/1120909/get-to-know-leed-green-associate-exam-preparation-basics The stepping stone towards LEED Green Associate certification is getting acquainted with the LEED'S Green Associate Study Guide. The guide has been published by U.S. Green Building Council, Inc. (USGBC). The study guide is an important and valuable resource that helps a professional to prepare and get ready for the LEED Green Associate Examination. The guide encapsulates the key points of sustainable design, construction, as well as operation. To make it easy learning experience the guide generally comes with the Green Building and LEED Core Concepts Guidance document. This is one of the key documents one must refer to while preparing for the LEED Green Associate Examination. Each category of the guide provides plethora of study tools, category reviews, several sample questions, and worksheets. https://www.123articleonline.com/articles/1121282/get-your-building-leed-certified LEED is the most widely known and widely used green building certification system in the world. If a building is LEED certified through a LEED consultant, the building or the project gets instant recognition at national and international level. Apart from recognition through LEED certification, there are some additional advantages. https://www.123articleonline.com/articles/1123778/gris-sectoral-standard-on-oil-gas-sector The GRI is on way to develop the first GRI Sector Standard. GRI had sectoral guidance for the previous version of GRI guidelines, this is the first time that GRI seeking to develop sectoral guidance specific for GRI standards. This is a welcome step and would certainly help several companies come out of dilemma about what to report and what not to. Being a sustainability reporting consultant we strongly support this initiative and hope to see the final guidance document in near future. https://www.123articleonline.com/articles/1124976/leed-professional-credential-sets-you-up-for-a-transforming-career-in-the-real-estate-sector LEED is the most commonly recognized and widely used green building certification system in the world. This is because LEED is well renowned and internationally recognized green building rating system. If a building is LEED certified, the project gets recognition at national and international level. LEED Green Associate and LEED AP professionals are in demand to cater to the needs of leed projects. https://www.123articleonline.com/articles/1123802/leed-survey-that-establishes-the-fact-that-people-like-working-leed-certified-buildings There was a new survey undertaken by the USGBC and results were published in last quarter of 2018. It was found that people who are working in buildings that are certified as LEED tend to be happy in better health and have higher productivity as compared to the people who are working in conventional buildings that are not certified under LEED or other green building guidelines. USGBC provides professional credentials including LEED Green Associate and LEED AP. It has also been seen that large number of employees wish to work with organizations who have values and are sustainable. The survey reflected that approximately 855 of people want tpo work with companies that have sustainable mission and are ethically operating. https://www.123articleonline.com/articles/1118501/sustainability-reporting-and-investors-quest The Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) is working on a white paper that further evaluated water and carbon emissions. The paper looks at these disclosures from the point of view of expectations and perceptions of the investor as well as the procedure and practice of reporting on water and GHGs. Global warming and climate change one of the greatest challenges that humanity is facing at the moment. Significant proportion of the GHG emissions come from the private sector companies, therefore it is essential that the private sector looks at low carbon development closely and implement measures to reduce the GHG intensity of their operations, services, and products. https://www.123articleonline.com/articles/1119434/sustainable-development-goals-and-reporting-on-taxes The concept of sustainability and putting sustainable growth on world development agenda was first discussed in the Earth summit way back in 1992. By Sustainable development, we mean growth that meets the requirements of the present generation without undermining the capacity of the future generations to tend to their requirements and needs. This definition has been adapted from the definition phrased in 1987 by the Brundtland Commission. GE3S a sustainability reporting consultant is helping its clients maneuver their business across these sustainability challenges. https://www.123articleonline.com/articles/1122281/what-does-sustainability-reporting-entail-and-how-it-helps-businesses-grow In the 21st century, it is not enough to just say that our organization is sustainable and we are doing a lot for the environment and society. It does not work anymore, Increasingly all businesses and corporates are being asked to establish and demonstrate the sustainability strategy of their company as well as performances through credible and tangible evidence including performance data. There could be different ways to demonstrate companies sustainability commitment and the practices, however, the most common way is to demonstrate the same through publishing the sustainability report. Companies are seeking services of sustainability reporting consultant to prepare their sustainability reports, GE3S has been assisting several of its clients in preparing sustainability reports for years now. https://www.123articleonline.com/articles/1121652/what-is-a-sustainability-report-and-why-is-it-important-for-companies-to-report Sustainability report is published by companies mostly on an annual basis and includes disclosures related to the company's performance on the environmental, social and economic performance. Most of the companies to prepare an annual financial report however many of them do not measure, monitor or publish information on their environmental and social impact. https://www.123articleonline.com/articles/1124268/you-can-adopt-green-building-strategies-without-breaking-your-budget Building tenants can bring in real change by utilizing the existing spaces more efficiently. Energy efficient operations can be achieved by simple actions such as scheduling your ACs so that they are off during the weekend, maintaining the temperature at 25 degree Celsius, replacing bulbs with LEEDs etc. Sustainable buildings have several benefits for a tenant than just green branding/image. People now understand that to look for better commercial spaces they need to look at properties that have been developed on guidelines that are sustainable as well as something that has been reviewed by a third party without any vested interest. One such certification is Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design or LEED. LEED is also providing certification for professionals called LEED GA or LEED AP. GE3S conducts regular LEED Green Associate Exam training in UAE and India. It has been often seen that employees who work in buildings certified as per LEED standard fall less sick than others, absenteeism is reduced and productivity is increased. Several survey results have indicated this in the past few years. Therefore the business owners prefer to have offices in green, efficient and sustainable buildings than other as it increases productivity, employee happiness and the employee stays for such company for a longer period. Buildings that have been designed with support from LEED GA and LEED AP tend to achieve a better LEED rating. This is so because LEED green associate are better equipped with knowledge of green strategies in buildings. LEED Green associate training is being conducted in two major cities of India as well as in UAE. Some of the studies have indicated that property owners will shell out in excess of 900 million US dollars to retrofit their existing buildings so that they meet the LEED standards. A lot of these projects are assessed by LEED AP and LEED Green Associate. Globally at least 200,000 buildings or more are now LEED certified. It may now look like a huge figure compared with the number of buildings that there would be across the globe. However, this is the single largest building certification scheme. No other green building guideline is close to the number of certified buildings as LEED has. Building users can definitely help there building go green, below are some ways on how they can achieve it: Use cycle over cars or short distance travel in good weather. You may also consider carpooling or using public transportation. Segregation of waste in the office. Keep the recyclable wastes separately, for example, have bins specifically for paper, plastic and metal. Replace faucets with low flow fixtures or add reducers to the faucets. LEED AP and LEED Green Associate or LEED GA professionals can bring in and implement several such strategies to, make your building green. you are preparing for LEED Green Associate Exam. Please get in touch with GE3S immediately.