Developer: Rajkot Municipal Corporation
Total Built-up area: 57,408 m2
Outcome:
- Peak temperatures reduced by ~5°C in bedrooms.
- Inside temperature will be equal or below 30°C for ~70% of the year, instead of 30% in the original design.
Smart GHAR III, Rajkot
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