Mumbai, 18 November 2025 — Maharashtra has firmly positioned itself as India’s most advanced and ambitious state in the sustainable built environment space, backed by pioneering policy incentives, robust municipal regulations, and an active collaboration with the CII Indian Green Building Council (IGBC).

From Mumbai’s commercial towers to Pune’s industrial and residential hubs, Maharashtra’s cities are setting new benchmarks in green building adoption, net zero development, and climate-aligned infrastructure.

Policy Leadership: FAR Incentives, Mandatory Green Ratings, and ECBC 2025

Maharashtra’s Urban Development Department has rolled out transformative green construction policies, making it the most proactive state in the country:

• Additional FAR incentives of 3%, 5%, and 7% for IGBC Silver, Gold, and Platinum-rated buildings.
• PMC and PMRDA adopting similar green incentive frameworks.
• PWD mandate: all new government buildings and renovations must comply with IGBC Green Building Rating systems.
• UDCPR 2020 update: Integrated township projects must secure at least IGBC Silver rating.
• ECBC Rules 2025 drafted to harmonize energy performance norms across all new commercial buildings in the state.

These reforms ensure that sustainability is embedded at the regulatory, planning, and infrastructure levels.

Maharashtra’s Green Footprint: India’s Largest and Fastest Growing

With six active IGBC chapters, Maharashtra leads the country in green building adoption:

Mumbai Chapter

• 1,700+ registered projects
• 1,800+ million sq. ft. of green footprint
• 550+ certified green buildings
• 45 net zero buildings

Mumbai stands out in:

• Commercial real estate
• Transit infrastructure
• Net zero developments

Pune Chapter

• 1,300+ registered projects
• 2,000+ million sq. ft. of green area
• 400 certified buildings
• 20 net zero buildings

Pune dominates in:

• Residential
• Industrial
• Logistics and warehousing sectors

Nagpur, Nashik, Navi Mumbai, and Aurangabad

These cities are steadily expanding Maharashtra’s green-rated portfolio across educational, civic, industrial, and mixed-use developments.

The state’s cumulative footprint makes it the largest contributor to India becoming the world’s second-largest green building market.

Landmark Green Projects That Define Maharashtra’s Leadership

Some of the most significant IGBC-rated projects in the state include:

• Infosys Pune Campus – A pioneering net zero energy campus
• CIDCO Bhavan, Navi Mumbai – Model green civic headquarters
• Tata Motors plants in Pune and Nashik – Advanced industrial sustainability
• Mumbai International Airport
• Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation HQ
• RBI Building, Fort
• Tata Bombay House
• Major financial and IT buildings across BKC

These projects demonstrate how both the government and private sector are embracing green norms on a transformative scale.

IGBC’s Role: 32 Rating Systems, Technical Guidance, and Industry Mobilization

The CII Indian Green Building Council has been central to Maharashtra’s green transformation. With 32 India-specific rating systems, the IGBC provides sector-wide certification frameworks for:

• Residential & commercial buildings
• Industrial facilities
• Data centres
• Transit & airport infrastructure
• Affordable housing (NEST & Green Affordable Housing)

IGBC also supports the state with:

• Capacity-building workshops
• Sustainable design training
• Policy consultation
• Net zero roadmaps

IGBC on Maharashtra’s Leadership

M Anand, Deputy Executive Director, IGBC, said:
“Maharashtra’s visionary governance and strategic partnership with IGBC have accelerated the net zero and green building movement. The state is shaping India’s future built environment—resilient, resource-efficient, and inclusive.”

The Bigger Picture: Maharashtra Aligns with India’s 2070 Net Zero Vision

Maharashtra’s policy-driven green transition directly enhances India’s broader national climate mission:

• Lower carbon emissions
• Reduced energy consumption
• Water-efficient buildings
• Healthier indoor environmental quality
• Climate-resilient urban infrastructure

The state has created a replicable model for other Indian states seeking to integrate sustainability into urban planning.

Also Read: Green Building List: Maharashtra On Top.

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The research report, titled “SUSTAINABLE WORKSPACE – Catalyst for Productivity and Profitability in Indian Businesses,” was unveiled at the CII Green Business Centre, Hyderabad, with academic support from the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIM-A).

Key Findings

• A 1% increase in the Green Index (a measure of indoor environmental quality and comfort) → 3% higher employee thriving, 2% higher engagement, 3% higher well-being.
• A 1% rise in Indoor Environment Quality (IEQ) → 7% boost in engagement and 2% improvement in thriving.
• Enhanced IEQ (covering temperature, lighting, noise, humidity, and CO₂) → better vitality, learning, innovation, and retention.

The findings are based on a multi-year study with 75 case study partners, 1,100+ occupant responses from six Indian cities, and 900+ data points on indoor environment quality.

Leaders Speak

• H.E. Rasmus Abildgaard Kristensen, Ambassador of Denmark to India: “This reinforces the importance of designing workplaces that reduce environmental impact while enhancing well-being, creativity, and productivity. Together, Denmark and India can accelerate the green transition and create resilient urban futures.”
• Shri R V Karnan IAS, Commissioner, GHMC Telangana: “Hyderabad has emerged as a green building hub. Sustainable workspaces are both vital for citizen well-being and a strategic investment in economic growth.”
• Mr. C Shekar Reddy, National Vice Chairman, IGBC: “This study shifts the focus beyond energy savings to people-first workspaces that drive creativity, productivity, and business growth.”

Why It Matters

The report highlights that sustainable offices are not just eco-friendly but also business-friendly. By focusing on people’s well-being, Indian businesses can achieve:

• Higher engagement & retention
• Better innovation & learning outcomes
• Improved profitability

Call to Action

The report urges business leaders, developers, policymakers, ESG investors, and architects to:

• Prioritize IEQ and comfort in new and existing workplaces.
• Integrate measurable green metrics into design and operations.
• Use evidence-based tools to link workplace quality with employee performance.

With IGBC celebrating 25 years of India’s green building movement, this study offers robust proof that sustainable workplaces are catalysts for both productivity and profitability.

Also Read: Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) achieves a record 9.75 Billion sq. ft of green building footprint

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The MoU aims to encourage builders and real estate developers to adopt green technologies and sustainable practices. It was signed by C Shekar Reddy, National Vice Chairman of IGBC, and Boman R Irani, President of CREDAI, in the presence of industry stakeholders.

C Shekar Reddy stated that this partnership would help position India as a leader in sustainable development by 2025. The collaboration will focus on raising awareness of green and net zero concepts and supporting CREDAI members in implementing IGBC’s rating systems for new projects.

Under the agreement, IGBC will assist CREDAI members with feasibility studies for their projects in various phases, providing guidance on achieving IGBC Net Zero ratings. The organizations plan to collaborate on local chapter activities and engage with stakeholders to promote the green building initiative.

Boman R Irani highlighted that CREDAI represents over 13,300 members across 230 city chapters in 21 states. The partnership with IGBC will enhance efforts to promote sustainability in the real estate sector.

CREDAI aims to adopt IGBC Green and Net Zero building rating systems for over 4,000 projects by 2030, contributing to the development of more than 400,000 housing units in the green category.

The MoU includes the establishment of a joint taskforce to drive initiatives for green building and sustainable development in India. Regular updates on their activities will be shared with members, and both organizations will collaborate on publications to support their objectives.

The MoU between IGBC and CREDAI is valid for three years and may be renewed under mutual agreement. IGBC is committed to innovation in building technologies and practices to support net zero goals and foster collaboration among industry experts, government bodies, and academic institutions. Its mission aims for 100% net zero embodied carbon by 2050 for new buildings and infrastructure, focusing on minimizing carbon emissions throughout project lifecycles.

Also Read: India Reaffirms Commitment to Sustainable Development During World Green Building Week

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