India News | Regional Conclave in Chandigarh Discusses Climate Resilience, Sustainable Infrastructure
Get latest articles and stories on India at LatestLY. A regional conclave here on Monday brought together government officials, industry leaders, architects, and sustainability experts to discuss climate resilience, sustainable infrastructure, and decarbonisation in the construction sector.
Chandigarh, Feb 18 (PTI) A regional conclave here on Monday brought together government officials, industry leaders, architects, and sustainability experts to discuss climate resilience, sustainable infrastructure, and decarbonisation in the construction sector.
Organised by the Green Rating for Integrated Habitat Assessment (GRIHA) Council, Greenfinch real estate Engineers and Consultants, the conclave is part of a series of regional events aimed at promoting climate-conscious urban development, a statement by GRIHA said.
The conclave was inaugurated by Sanjay Seth, vice president and CEO, GRIHA Council, and senior director, The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), who urged stakeholders to take bold and immediate action in integrating sustainability into urban planning and building practices.
He emphasised that sustainability is no longer an option but a necessity for securing future generations.
The event witnessed participation from dignitaries, including S Narayanan, IFS, Director General, Department of New and Renewable Energy, Government of Haryana, who emphasized policy-driven approaches to achieving net-zero carbon buildings.
Experts discussed data-driven solutions for climate adaptation, including, green infrastructure for urban sustainability, energy-efficient urban planning for long-term resilience and governance frameworks for climate adaptation.
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