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Facility ManageMent
Sustainable
Restoration of
Heritage Facilities
The restoration of monuments is important to preserve our rich
cultural heritage. However, this task must be balanced to maintain
historical accuracy with modern sustainability practices. Madhu
Vottery, an architect who has contributed immensely to the
field of restoration shares with Clean India Journal the need for
conservation to become a mass movement.
he adoption of reduce environmental impact durability, and compatibility
green solutions in while retaining the architectural with the original construction
recent times has integrity of historical sites. This materials of the monuments.
emerged as a pivotal two-pronged approach ensures Lime-based mortars are being
Tstrategy that blends the longevity of monuments and used in place of cement in some
environmental responsibility promotes ecological balance. restoration projects due to their
with the meticulous care these breathability and traditional
structures deserve. Sustainability Eco-friendly Solutions use in historical structures. The
in restoring monuments use of locally sourced materials
comprises the use of materials, Green materials are selected for reduces vehicular emissions and
techniques, and practices that their low environmental impact, lends support to local economies.
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