Difference between a normal city and green city
One of the main difference between a normal city and green city
is, usually a green city is powered by renewable energy sources like Solar,
hydroelectric power and geothermal energy. Eco-friendly cities utilize these
energy sources to be more sustainable and efficient and reliable micro grids
are used to distribute the energy. Solar energy is probably the easiest energy
to obtain and it can be used in both smaller and larger functions of daily
life. Cities like Chicago, Vancouver and Philadelphia have solar powered trash
compactors along side of the road.
A green city is connected by clean and accessible public
transportation networks and is
biking- and walking-friendly. Sustainable cities
have better and easier public transportation from subways to metros; Los
Angeles has lanes specifically for their buses and Portland, Oregon utilized
its city’s layout to make light rails and Metro, use an easier and more
efficient option as opposed to automobiles.
Biking is given priority in these cities opposed to vehicular
transportation. Biking in high density urban areas can be a challenge if there
are no viable options other than riding in the street, which often angers
drivers and is a safety risk.
Globally, buildings are responsible for one-third of greenhouse
gas emissions. Buildings typically do not rely on renewable energy sources for
their power and most buildings don’t use energy efficiently. However, buildings
in a green city are energy efficient, conserve water and reduce waste.
Cities like Portland, Copenhagen, Vancouver, Melbourne and
Barcelona are some of the green cities in the world. These cities are
healthier, more affordable, and more pleasant places to live.
Taking Sri Lanka towards the ultimate green status
JLanka Technologies is a company committed to taking Sri Lanka
towards the ultimate green status. They provide solar energy solutions to
residencies and commercial buildings, to be able to live a sustainable life and
at the same time save the Earth. Using the latest technology and global
expertise, JLanka leads the way to achieve the green targets in Sri Lanka. The
company have also received global recognition for their service through awards
like Green Leadership Award of AsiaResponsible Entrepreneurship Awards 2014 — South Asia, and World Water Day — Excellence Service Award 2014 from SUNFO.