New Delhi, Feb 6
India has maintained its position as one of the world’s top three countries for LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certifications in 2024. According to the US Green Building Council’s (USGBC) annual list, India achieved this ranking with 370 projects certified, covering 8.50 million gross square meters (GSM).
This achievement highlights India’s strong commitment to sustainable development and its efforts to combat climate change. The country’s ongoing green building initiatives are also a key part of its plan to meet the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for 2030.
Key Points:
- Top Ranking: India remains in the top three for LEED certifications globally.
- Projects and Space: In 2024, 370 projects across various sectors—commercial, industrial, residential, and educational—received LEED certification, amounting to 8.50 million GSM.
- Global Comparison: China leads the ranking with over 25 million GSM, followed by Canada with 10 million GSM.
- Sustainable Development: India’s efforts in green building are crucial for developing sustainable urban infrastructure, supporting community well-being, and working toward net-zero emissions by 2070.
Gopalakrishnan Padmanabhan, MD for Southeast Asia & Middle East at Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI), emphasized that India’s progress reflects its dedication to sustainable growth and climate action. He noted that as India’s urban areas continue to expand, green building practices will play a central role in reducing environmental impact and achieving global sustainability goals.
This year also marks the 25th anniversary of the LEED rating system, which has set the standard worldwide for sustainable building practices. The USGBC is currently finalizing LEED v5, the next version of its rating system, which will incorporate community feedback and further advance green building standards.
India’s leadership in green building not only supports its own sustainable development goals but also serves as an inspiration for other nations to prioritize environmentally friendly building practices.
