The Real Estate Industry in Uganda is constantly evolving, introducing new building technologies and constructing luxurious homes. Despite the ongoing construction of residential properties, concrete buildings are becoming more prevalent resulting in the lack of greenery within the compound or courtyard. Sadly, approximately 90% of residential properties in Kampala city are devoid of green, which has adverse effects on both the people and environment.
Greenery on a property can provide numerous benefits, including:
Promoting Mental Well-Being: Interacting with nature can improve mental health, as green spaces can reduce stress, enhance attention, memory, and creativity, and foster social interaction.
Acting as a Natural Noise Control System: Trees can reduce the intensity of noise, which usually destroys the building. sometimes the actual force of high winds can cause a door or window to break open. Other times nearby debris can be picked up in the wind and projected against the building envelope.
Enhancing Property Value: Greenery, such as trees, can increase the market value of a property compared to the conventional buildings.
Improving the Homeowner’s Image: Having a green home can demonstrate environmental responsibility and contribute to a positive perception of the homeowner.
Improve Improve overall climate in the region: Greenery absorbs carbon dioxide and releases oxygen, which sustains the environment and helps protect the ozone layer.
Improving Air Quality: Greenery purifies the air from harmful substances, such as dust particles and toxins, which promotes better health.
Providing Satisfaction: Adopting an environmentally friendly lifestyle can increase happiness and a sense of accomplishment.
Overall, going green can have far-reaching benefits that improve mental and physical well-being, social relationships, and financial situations, among others. By adopting an environmentally responsible lifestyle, individuals can experience positive changes in various aspects of their lives.