A forward-looking discussion on green cities took center stage on October 9, 2025, as the Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) hosted its flagship event, IGBC Connect – Nagpur, focusing on sustainable urban futures. The event brought together architects, environmental planners, civic officials, and industry leaders to exchange ideas on eco-friendly construction, renewable energy use, and sustainable waste management. The conference emphasized integrating green technologies into Nagpur’s urban expansion, aiming to make it a model for environmentally responsible growth. This isn’t the first time the city has been at the heart of India’s green movement. In 2023, IGBC had recognized Nagpur’s civic body for its solar rooftop initiatives and eco-park developments, while in 2024, the city hosted a similar forum on “Smart and Sustainable Cities.” These continuous efforts have helped raise awareness about carbon-neutral practices, improved building efficiency standards, and encouraged public-private collaborations for clean energy adoption. Participants at this year’s IGBC Connect praised Nagpur’s progress but also acknowledged the need for faster implementation of sustainable housing policies and infrastructure. The event concluded with a commitment from both local authorities and developers to push forward renewable energy projects, strengthen green building certification processes, and promote urban biodiversity. #IGBCConnect #SustainableCities #NagpurDevelopment #GreenBuilding #UrbanFutures #RenewableEnergy #EcoFriendlyDesign #SmartCityNagpur #EnvironmentalAwareness #CleanEnergyIndia
