Energy saving is the order of the day. Large quantity of energy is required for cooling and heating the buildings during summer and winter seasons respectively, especially in the tropical zones. Thus, there is a need to use innovative methods for temperature maintenance in buildings. This study discusses a system which uses the earth temperature and solar energy to maintain the temperature in buildings. Life cycle costing of the system is carried out and compared with the traditional system of cooling and heating the buildings.

What is energy-efficient building? It is a building or a facility which incorporates techniques for increasing the energy efficiency without requiring special materials or construction skills by reducing energy waste, ensuring occupant’s health, safety and comfort. Such buildings require careful planning, training before construction and quality control during construction.

Infrastructure Journal, Indian Banks, Public Resources, Banking Sector, Commercial Banks, Infrastructure Projects, Gross Domestic Product, GDP, Corporate Financing, Project Financing Method, Credit Scoring Mechanism, Risk Assessment, Operational Risk, Organizational Structures, Infrastructure Development, Corporate Bond Market, Strategic Business Units, Indian Economy.