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Andhra Pradesh was awarded the IGBC Green Champion Award at the Green Building Congress 2025 in Mumbai, recognizing its leadership in green building and sustainable development. The award acknowledges the state’s initiatives, including a large number of IGBC-registered green projects and various government programs and incentives aimed at promoting eco-friendly construction. The state plans to achieve net zero emissions by 2040 through renewable energy, green hydrogen, and natural farming initiatives.

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Andhra Pradesh Honored as National Leader in Green Building at IGBC Congress

Mumbai, November 29, 2025 – Andhra Pradesh has been recognized as a national leader in green building and sustainable development, receiving the prestigious IGBC Green Champion Award at the Green Building Congress 2025 held in Mumbai. The award celebrates the state’s commitment to expanding eco-friendly infrastructure, supported by a significant number of IGBC-registered green projects encompassing over 622 million square feet.

According to MA&UD Principal Secretary S. Suresh Kumar, this recognition stems from Andhra Pradesh’s comprehensive strategy, including initiatives like the Swarna Andhra Swachh Andhra program and Amaravati’s designation as an IGBC Green City by Design. Partnerships with Andhra Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation (APMRCL) and Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation (GVMC) have also been instrumental.

The government has implemented financial incentives, such as impact fee concessions and A.P. RERA fee refunds, to further encourage the adoption of sustainable building practices.

R.J. Vidyullatha, Director of Town and Country Planning (DTCP), accepted the award on behalf of the Municipal Administration and Urban Development, emphasizing the state’s commitment to mainstreaming green and net-zero principles in both public and private projects.

Looking ahead, Andhra Pradesh aims to achieve net-zero emissions by 2040 through strategic plans for 20 GW of renewable energy, a Green Hydrogen Valley, and Zero-Budget Natural Farming, aligning its development goals with long-term climate objectives. The state is positioning itself as a model for sustainable development in India.

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