Summary:

India secured third place in the U.S. Green Building Council's (USGBC) 2024 LEED rankings, with 370 projects totaling 8.5 million GSM certified. China led the list with over 25 million GSM, followed by Canada with 10 million GSM. This achievement highlights India's commitment to sustainable building and the UN’s 2030 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). LEED certifications in India are managed by Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI).

India’s real estate market is increasingly adopting sustainable practices, with a significant rise in LEED-certified developments. Operations and Maintenance (O+M) led the way with 153 certifications. The certification scope has expanded beyond commercial spaces to include industrial, residential, and educational sectors, supporting India’s net-zero emissions target by 2070. Gopalakrishnan Padmanabhan, MD of GBCI, emphasized the importance of sustainability in enhancing community well-being. India's progress serves as an inspiration for global green building initiatives.

Source: IBEF

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