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CSIR research outcomes and impact
CSIR research outcomes and impact
• Reduced use of concrete – estimate of 1 ton per
house
• Reduced CO 2 emissions – estimate of 1 ton per
house
• Reduced CO 2 emissions by PV lighting – 0.16
kg/annum/house
• Reduced CO 2 emissions by SWH – 3.613 kg
per annum per house
• Reduced material waste – modular construction,
design-to-fit
• Reduced construction time – no foundation
walls, prefabricated plumbing
• Improved energy efficiency – improved
insulation, solar water heaters