NTPC and CII-IGBC Collaborate to Develop Net Zero Standards for Industrial Townships
This MoU reinforces NTPC’s dedication to creating sustainable infrastructure and combating climate change.
NTPC Limited, India’s largest integrated power utility, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Confederation of Indian Industry’s Indian Green Building Council (CII-IGBC) to collaborate on developing Net Zero standards for industrial townships and office complexes across the country.
The agreement was signed by Dr. Vijay Prakash, Executive Director of SSEA and Environment Engineering at NTPC, and Shri K S Venkatagiri, Executive Director of CII, in the presence of NTPC Director of Operations, Shri Ravindra Kumar.
Under this partnership, NTPC and CII-IGBC will work together to create certification systems, standards, and policies to help achieve Net Zero goals.
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NTPC has already started pursuing Net Zero Energy and Water certifications for its Kudgi and Ratnagiri Townships and the NETRA Office Complex, furthering its commitment to sustainability.
This MoU reinforces NTPC’s dedication to creating sustainable infrastructure and combating climate change.
Earlier, in 2022 NTPC also signed a Statement of Intent with NITI Aayog to develop a roadmap for achieving net zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, aligning with the Indian government’s Panchamrit goals.
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