DATA ON CSEB – COST
CSEB are generally cheaper than fired bricks and other materials.
Cost comparison of walls (Blocks are produced on site)
CSEB wall
(24 cm thick)
3,067 Rs. per m₃
736 Rs. per m₂
Country fired brick wall
(22 cm thick)
4,243 Rs. per m₃
934 Rs. per m₂
A finished m₃ of CSEB wall costs in Auroville
27.7% cheaper than country fired bricks
Earth Block Buildings Are the Most Cost Efficient
Earth blocks are a cost effective building solution. They have excellent thermal performance due to the thermal mass of the blocks, reducing heating and cooling costs. Additionally, regulation of humidity through the breathability of the walls reduces the need for air conditioning systems.
