Synthite’s corporate office in Kolenchery wins LEED Gold rating

Kochi: The corporate headquarters and technology centre of Synthite group, the Kolenchery-based leader in oleoresin manufacture, has joined the prestigious club of Gold certified green buildings in the State. The building has been awarded the status by the Indian Green Building Council. According to a press release from Synthite Industries, the 8,460 sq. mtr. office building provides excellent daylight, and outdoor views for more than 90% of the spaces. The design ensures fresh air and natural lighting to its occupants, and a healthier choice of paints and adhesives reduces adverse…

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Kerala to encourage concept of green buildings with incentives

Trivandrum: The Kerala Government would encourage the concept of Green Buildings and that it can consider giving incentives to such buildings. This was announced by the Chief Minister, Shri Oommen Chandy after inaugurating the awareness programme on Concept of Green Buildings here jointly organized by Government of Kerala, Industries Department, KINFRA, Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and Indian Green Building Council (IGBC).

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