INFINITY BENCHMARK KOLKATA

ZEBHA IFFATH
RA1511201010002
 INTRODUCTION
Infinity Benchmark is a huge
20 storeyed building covering a
floor area of 560,000 Square
Feet.
Infinity Benchmark was built
to lay emphasis on optimization
of resources, innovation for
energy solutions and protection
of environment.
It became Kolkata’s first
platinum LEED rated structure.
GREEN FEATURES
• Indoor air quality
• Zero-discharge water facility
• Effective insulation for energy
efficiency
• Effective glazing
• Electric cars for communication
• A healthy work environment
• Recyclable construction material
INDOOR AIR
QUALITY-
CO2 monitoring
sensors maintain the
indoor air quality,
supplying fresh air
depending on the
occupancy level.
Another feature
maintaining the indoor
environment is the
presence of intelligent
humidification
controls, very
important for a coastal
place like Kolkata.
ZERO DISCHARGE
WATER FACILITY

A rainwater harvesting
system is installed that
stores water in large
tanks. This water is
treated and used to
minimize need for any
external water sources.
The waste water is
treated and recycled for
irrigation and cooling
purposes. Low flow and
efficient water fixtures
also make this building
self sufficient in its
water needs.
EFFECTIVE
INSULATION FOR
ENERGY EFFICIENCY
A terrace garden on the
rooftop reduces the heat
island effect that is so
common in cities like
Kolkata. This goes a long
way in minimizing the
cooling needs of Infinity
Benchmark. The external
walls are made of brick wall
blocks with thick
polystyrene insulation and
ACP cladding. Similarly,
the roof has an under-deck
thick polyurethane foam
coating. Additionally, an
energy-efficient design
and equipment are used to
minimize the energy load.
EFFECTIVE
GLAZING
Double-glazed glass
units ensure maximum
penetration of the day-
light inside the
building. The natural
lighting covers nearly
75% of the work area,
reducing the need of
artificial lighting.
Double glazing also
reduces the heat intake
that minimizes the load
on air-conditioners.
ELECTRIC CAR FOR
COMMUNICATION
One extraordinary feature
provided by Infinity
Benchmark is the
environment friendly
communication system
in the form of electric cars
for commuting to work.
Charging points are
installed for these cars to
make the system viable.
This step helps educate
people about the need to
adopt sustainable methods
to keep the environment
clean.
A HEALTHY WORK
ENVIRONMENT
The builders have intentionally
used low-organic volatile paints,
adhesives, sealants and
materials to reduce carbon
footprint and maintain a
healthy work environment for
the users.
RECYCLABLE
CONSTRUCTION MATERIAL.
To minimize the building’s
impact on the environment,
construction materials having
20% recycled material were used.
In addition, 20% locally
available material was used to
reduce the impact of material
transportation