Analysing The Potential of Athangudi Tile As A Sustainable Flooring Material in South India

ANALYSING THE
POTENTIAL OF
ATHANGUDI TILE AS A
SUSTAINABLE
FLOORING MATERIAL IN
AND AROUND
SOUTH INDIA
GREESHMA BENHUR KALATHIPARAMBIL

?
WHAT'S THE NEED OF
RESEARCH?
TO ANALYSE WHEATHER A
HANDMADE TILE COULD
BE A SUSTAINABLE
FLOORING MATERIAL
?
Naga Dheeraj Kumar Reddy Chukka, A. Arivumangai, Sanjeev Kumar, R. Subashchandrabose, Yeddula Bharath
Simha Reddy, L. Natrayan, Geleta Chala Debela (2022). "Environmental Impact and Carbon Footprint Assessment Of
Sustainable Buildings: An Experimental Investigation", :Hindawi Adsorption Science & Technology
CARBON EMISSION
Global CO2 emissions from energy
combustion and industrial processes, 1900-
2022. CO2 emissions from energy
combustion grew by around 1.3% or 423 Mt
in 2022, while CO2 emissions from industrial
processes declined by 102 Mt.
CONTRIBUTION
10%
TILE INDUSTRY
90%
OTHER
SMALL STEPS CREATES A HUGE DIFFERENCE
CAN A SUSTAINABLE EVALUATION HELPS TO

ACEESS IN FORMULATING THE STRATERGIES?
SUSTAINABLITY?
VETRIFIED TILE
OVERALL 58%
PERCENTAGE OF
TILE USAGE IN
CEMENT TILE
SOUTH INIDA
12%
2%
ATHANGUDI TILE
SOCIAL
SOCIO-ENVIRONMNETAL
GOALS TO CHECKS THE
ACCEPTANCE
ENVIRONMENTAL
ITS MAJOR IMPACTS ON
ENVIROMENT
ECONOMIC
FEASIABILITY OF THE
PRODUCT IN SOCIETY
SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
RESEARCH
QUESTION ?
Is Athangudi tile a sustainable flooring solution
sollution in
South India?
ATHANGUDI
TILE?
Athangudi tiles are traditional hand-made
flooring tiles, made in Athangudi, a village in
Kanyakumari district, Tamil Nadu.
They are made from a mixture of clay, sand,

cement, and natural dyes. The tiles are
known for their durability, beauty, and eco-
friendliness.
WHAT SETS it APART?
1. 2.
traditional exclusivity of
hand-made athangudi soil
flooring tiles
OBJECTIVES
TO STUDY THE HISTORY
01. AND EVOLUTION OF
ATHAGUDI TILE
TO COMPARE THE CARBRON

EMISSION OF ATHANGUDI TILE,
02. VITRIFIED TILE AND CEMENT
TILE
TO ANALYSE THE ECONOMIC
03. FEASIABILITY OF ATHAGUDI TILE,
VITRIFIED AND CEMENT TILE.
TO ANALYSE THE SOCIAL

04. ACCEPTANCE OF ATHANGUDI ,
VITRIFED AND CEMENT TILE.
Consumer
LITERATURE
REVIEWS
EVOLUTION AND HISTORY OF ATHANGUDI TILE
CARBON EMISION CALACULATION
RESEARCH MYTHODOLOGY
CARBON EMISSION DATA
Evolution of chettinad tile
The example of Chettinad in Tamil Nadu, where mansions are being
dismantled and their components sold separately, demonstrates how
this piecemeal existence can be a potential solution. By salvaging and
repurposing these components, their architectural beauty and historical
significance can be preserved while catering to diverse needs and
purposes.
By salvaging and repurposing individual components of heritage buildings, such

as doors, windows, columns, or decorative elements, these architectural elements
can be enjoyed and appreciated separately. This approach not only allows for
the preservation of unique architectural features but also enables them to be
integrated into different contexts, communities, and regions.
Architecture: An Heirloom in the
Context of Chettinad, India
The concept of extending the shelf life of heritage buildings through the
fragmenting of their components presents an interesting perspective.
While traditional preservation practices often emphasize the holistic
nature of architecture, considering it as a whole entity that cannot be
fragmented or understood in parts, there is potential for a piecemeal
existence for heritage buildings.
Life Cycle Assessment of a Construction
phase Carbon footprint of a Building.
Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) is a methodology for assessing the
environmental impacts of a product or process, from its raw material
extraction to its disposal. In the context of buildings, an LCA can be
used to assess the carbon footprint of the building's construction,
operation, and demolition phases.Construction Phase Carbon
FootprintThe construction phase of a building's life cycle accounts for a
significant portion of its overall carbon footprint. This is due to the
energy-intensive nature of construction activities, as well as the use of
materials that have high embodied energy, such as concrete and steel.
Environmental Impact and Carbon Footprint
Assessment of Sustainable Buildings: An
Experimental Investigation
CO2 emissions are the primary cause of climate change. In 2020, global
CO2 emissions from fossil fuels and industrial processes reached a
record high of 36.3 billion tonnes. This is 2.4% higher than in 2019 and
11% higher than in 2010.The burning of fossil fuels is the largest source
of CO2 emissions, accounting for about 78% of global emissions in 2020.
The rest of the emissions come from industrial processes, such as cement
production and steel manufacturing, and from land use changes, such
as deforestation.The effects of climate change are already being felt
around the world. These effects include rising sea levels, more extreme
weather events, and changes in plant and animal life. If we do not take
action to reduce CO2 emissions, the effects of climate change will
become more severe.
CARBON EMISSION
CALCULATION
SOURCE:
Naga Dheeraj Kumar Reddy Chukka, A. Arivumangai, Sanjeev Kumar, R. Subashchandrabose, Yeddula Bharath Simha
Reddy, L. Natrayan, Geleta Chala Debela (2022). “Environmental Impact and Carbon Footprint Assessment Of
Sustainable Buildings: An Experimental Investigation”, :Hindawi Adsorption Science & Technology
CARBON EMISSION
+ + + =
TOTAL
material material processing delivery CARBON
extraction transportation EMISSION
STAGE 1 STAGE 2 STAGE 3 STAGE 4
MATERIAL EXTRACTION
SOURCE:
STAGE 1
Total carbon emission produced by each material during the extraction stage.
(QTY) * (EMISSION RATE) = CARBON EMISSION OF MATERIAL
ATHANGUDI TILE
CEMENT TILE
VITRIFIED TILE
MATERIAL TRANSPORTATION
SOURCE:
STAGE 2
Total carbon emission produced during the tranportation of the material to the production unit.
(FUEL) * (EMISSION RATE) = CARBON EMISSION OF VEHICLE
ATHANGUDI TILE
CEMENT TILE
VITRIFIED TILE
PROCESSING / MANUFACTURING
SOURCE:
STAGE 3
Total carbon emission produced during the manufacturing stage.
Zero carbon emission produced as it is a

handmade tile. ATHANGUDI TILE
CEMENT TILE
VITRIFIED TILE
DELIVERY / END PRODUCT
SOURCE:
STAGE 4
Total carbon emission produced during the manufacturing stage.
In this stage 8 major commercial cities are identified and the

production units are marked. The distance between the major city
and production unit is considered for calculating the carbon
emission. These cities are the major commercial points of south
india
Calaculation steps:
Convert the mpg figure to km/liter multiplying by 0.352

Divide 1 by the km/liter figure to get the liter/km figure
Multiply this by 2.63 to get the CO2 produced in kg/km
ERNAKULAM TRIVANDUM KOZHIKODE CHENNAI BANGLORE MANGLORE HYDERBAD

SOURCE:
STAGE 4
PRODUCTION COMMERCIAL
UNIT CITY
ATHANGUDI TILE
SOURCE:
STAGE 4
UNIT CITY
ATHANGUDI TILE
SOURCE:
STAGE 4
UNIT CITY
CEMENT TILE
SOURCE:
STAGE 4
UNIT CITY
CEMENT TILE
SOURCE:
STAGE 4
UNIT CITY
VITRIFIED TILE
SOURCE:
STAGE 4
UNIT CITY
VITRIFIED TILE
TOTAL CARBON EMISSION
SOURCE:
UNIT CITY
CARBON EMISSION COMPARISON OF 3 TILE

TOTAL CARBON EMISSION
SOURCE:
STAGE 4
UNIT CITY
TOTAL CARBON EMISSION TILL
stage 1 + stage 2 + stage 3
MATERIAL EXTRACTION STAGE PROCESSING STAGE
TRANSPORTATION STAGE TOTAL CARBON EMISSION

SURVEY REPORT
SOCIAL ACCEPTANCE
REPORT
SOCIAL ACCEPTANCE
REPORT
SOCIAL ACCEPTANCE
REPORT
SOCIAL ACCEPTANCE
REPORT
SOCIAL ACCEPTANCE
SOCIAL ACCEPTANCE REPORT
REPORT
SOCIAL ACCEPTANCE
RESULT
CARBON EMISSION SOCIAL ACCEPTANCE
COST
RESULT
Athangudi tiles favourable sustainability indicators in comparison to vitrified and
cement tile. The lower carbon emission , grater social acceptance and economical
feasibility
The study concludes that Athangudi tiles present a compelling case as a
sustainable flooring material in the specific context of Tamil Nadu. The synthesis
of cultural significance and positive sustainability indicators positions these
traditional tiles as a noteworthy alternative to widely used vitrified and cement
tiles. The integration of Athangudi tiles into contemporary construction practices
not only aligns with cultural preservation goals but also contributes to
sustainable building practices.
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ANALYSING THE

GREESHMA BENHUR KALATHIPARAMBIL

Sustainable Buildings: An Experimental Investigation", :Hindawi Adsorption Science & Technology

Sustainable Buildings: An Experimental Investigation", :Hindawi Adsorption Science & Technology

SMALL STEPS CREATES A HUGE DIFFERENCE

CAN A SUSTAINABLE EVALUATION HELPS TO

Sustainable Buildings: An Experimental Investigation", :Hindawi Adsorption Science & Technology

They are made from a mixture of clay, sand,

TO COMPARE THE CARBRON

TO ANALYSE THE SOCIAL

By salvaging and repurposing individual components of heritage buildings, such

Zero carbon emission produced as it is a

In this stage 8 major commercial cities are identiﬁed and the

Convert the mpg ﬁgure to km/liter multiplying by 0.352

Multiply this by 2.63 to get the CO2 produced in kg/km

ERNAKULAM TRIVANDUM KOZHIKODE CHENNAI BANGLORE MANGLORE HYDERBAD

CARBON EMISSION COMPARISON OF 3 TILE

MATERIAL EXTRACTION STAGE PROCESSING STAGE

TRANSPORTATION STAGE TOTAL CARBON EMISSION

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