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@article{156470,
        author = {Shirley David and Sreeja Ramachandran and Dr. Manoharan Pillai and Dr. J. Franklin},
        title = {GREEN LIBRARY INITIATIVES OF ACADEMIC COLLEGES IN KERALA FOR SUSTAINABLE ECO-FRIENDLY LIBRARIES},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {},
        volume = {9},
        number = {3},
        pages = {844-849},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=156470},
        abstract = {Libraries of today, not only follow the traditional functions but are also involved in modern technique and in  maintaining environmentally friendly approaches by implementing standards for sustainability to serve mankind. Limiting the use of paper, electricity-saving, Rainwater recharging and reusing and consumption of natural resources are the ideal way to maintain a sustainable library. Greening the indoors of  the library, creates mindfulness within the library ambiance, and above all will create a great impact on the library’s image. The Greenery helps to maintain the serenity, calm and peaceful atmosphere for the users which may help the learners to be more attentive and tranquil. },
        keywords = {Green building , Green Library, LEED, IGBC, Green library initiatives, Green Library Movement, Sustainable library.},
        month = {},
        }