GREEN FACADES:-

COST BENIFIT
ANALYSIS IN URBAN
AREAS WITH
POLLUTION.
DISSERTATION [RAR-808]
SUBMITTED BY : RIYA VERMA
2000510810054
GUIDE:- AR. ANUPAM
CO-GUIDE:- AR. SAWAN KUMAR
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BACKGROUND
The concept of green facades traces its roots to the intersection of
sustainable architecture and urban ecology. With rising urbanization,
the need for innovative solutions to counteract environmental
degradation has become paramount. Green facades offer a unique
blend of aesthetic appeal and functional benefits, contributing to
energy efficiency, biodiversity promotion and improved air quality.

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OVERVIEW
• Aim • Scope & Limitations

• Objectives • Methodology

• Intent • Literary Review

• Hypothesis

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AIM
To conduct a brief cost-benefit analysis of green facades in urban areas,
focusing on cost calculation and benefit analysis of green facades.

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OBJECTIVES
Objective 1 Objective 3
To study types of materials commonly used in green To examine the durability and maintenance
facades, such as structural elements, growing media requirements of materials used in green facades to
and how they help in reducing noise, improving
ensure their long-term sustainability.
thermal insulation, enhancing air quality and
supporting plant growth.

Objective 2 Objective 4
To study the initial investment required for installing To evaluate the financial implications of installing
green facades, considering materials, labor and and maintaining green facades compared to
maintenance costs. conventional building facades.

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INTENT
The purpose is to evaluate the economic sustainability and benefits of vertical
greening systems like green facades and living wall systems in dense urban areas.
It focuses to determine if vertical greening systems are economically viable by
comparing installation, maintenance and disposal costs with related private and
social benefits over their life cycle. It includes promoting the wider adoption of
green facades to address environmental issues such as urban heat islands and air
pollution. The goal is to provide valuable insights into the financial viability and
potential benefits of integrating green facades as sustainable solutions in urban
environments.

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HYPOTHESIS
The installation and maintenance of green facades in urban areas can provide
significant economic benefits such as reduced energy consumption and improved
air quality, while also providing environmental and social benefits such as
reduced heat island effect and improved mental health. The initial costs of
installation and maintenance may be a barrier to widespread adoption, and the
long-term benefits may not always outweigh the costs. This hypothesis could be
tested through a cost-benefit analysis that compares the initial costs of installation
and maintenance with the long-term benefits of reduced energy consumption and
improved air quality.

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SCOPE &
LIMITATIONS
The study focuses on assessing the economic feasibility of green facades, considering installation costs, maintenance
expenses, and potential long-term savings. The comparison of the cost-effectiveness of green facades with traditional
building facade solutions to provide a brief perspective on their relative advantages. The research considers the
adaptability and effectiveness of green facades in various geographical locations, recognizing that factors like climate
and sunlight exposure may influence outcomes.
Limited availability of comprehensive and standardized data on the costs and
benefits of green facades may create challenges in the accuracy of the analysis. The study acknowledges that factors
like plant species, building design and local climate conditions can vary, introducing variability in outcomes. Long-
term benefits and costs may be subject to uncertainty and the analysis might not fully cover the evolving nature of
green facades over extended periods. Certain assumptions are inherent in the analysis and results may be influenced by
the accuracy of these assumptions, introducing an element of uncertainty.

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 METHODOLOGY
Conducting literature review through
studying research papers/ scholarly
articles related to the study of green
facades and its costing benefits.
Studying and interpreting the findings and
the literature review to help draw conclusion
regarding the study. Concluding which of the
practice would be fit to enhance benefit
costing analysis of green facades.
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Identifying the questions and
enhancement of green facades in urban
areas for cost analysis and validating
benefits as the research gap.
Collection of data through case studies and
analysing the data through qualitative
research about cost benefit analysis of green
facades and its dealt domain.
 LITERATURE REVIEW 10
Sl no. Title of paper Author Review Parameters Observations
This report is discussing about social and economic benefit
of green building. Green building program has matured with
A COMPREHENSIVE COST NUSHRAT To calculate theoretically the Green Building , Cost-Benefit Analysis ,
01. time and now discuss about return on investment, risk
BENEFIT ANALYSIS OF SHABRIN, SAAD relative benefits of green Monetary Cost , Sustainable , Economic mitigation, employee productivity and heal as well. Green
building projects shifts their emphasis over time like ‘planet’
GREEN BUILDING BIN ABUL buildings. Analysis to ‘people’ and ‘profit’
KASHEM
Some vertical greening systems can be very Vertical greening systems provide personal and social benefits.
COST-BENEFIT ANALYSIS KATIA PERINI, expensive and difficult to maintain; this is an Green facade and living wall system The CBA determined that installation and maintenance services
important aspect, since it is mandatory to costs play a fundamental role on the economic sustainability.
02. FOR GREEN FAÇADES AND PAOLO ROSASCO minimize the economical impact to enable a wide For some of the systems analysed in this study the benefits can
LIVING WALL SYSTEMS use of greening systems to improve dense cities not pay back these costs.

The advantages achieved are quite substantial and long-lasting in

EVALUATING THE AYAH This paper provides an overview of
comparison to the cost contribution of green walls, hence

MOHAMED comparative analysis of green wall

Various types and benefits of green validating the notion of green walls as a sustainable urban design.
EFFICIENCY OF A LIVING Green façades are not only visually appealing, but they also
03. RAMADHAN systems. facades and living walls improve the efficiency of indoor and outdoor air, preserve power,
WALL FACADE AS A
reduce thermal load, and increase building amenities.
SUSTAINABLE ENERGY- AND AYMAN
SAVING HASSAN . The estimates reported in this study are of a The cost-benefit calculations conclude that with a higher rate of
COST-BENEFIT ANALYSIS OF ATHANASIOS
MAHMOUD preliminary nature, but results can be updated implementation and realization of public benefits, the green
Cost estimates , market evaluation facades is a good investment thus , as green roofs have a more
04. GREEN FACADES IN URBAN VOTSIS, when more research results on the performance
of green facades in the finish climate and urban methods. significant effect on the energy demand for cooling than for
AREAS ADRIAAN environment are available heating, thus cooling savings increase faster than heating demand
savings decrease.
PERRELS

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LITERATURE STUDY 11

From the study of various research papers , the

derivation of cost analysis and estimation is depicted
in the tables.
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TYPOLOGIES

Hydroponic (soil-less) green

facades​ Traditional green facade

Climbing plant facades

Living wall system Modular green facades

Double skin green facade

Hybrid facades
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