India tops globally in LEED Zero certifications of green building projects

India ranks first globally in LEED Zero certified green building projects surpassing the US and China, according to USGBC and GBCI.

LEED Zero recognises projects that have reached net zero or net positive status in the categories of carbon, energy, water, or waste.

In India, realty firm DLF and FMCG player ITC are leading in the LEED Zero green certification initiative.

The LEED Zero projects, including office spaces, hospitality facilities, retail malls, industrial manufacturing projects, and data centres, serve a mix of sectors.

US Green Building Council (USGBC) and Green Business Certification Inc (GBCI) on Thursday said in a statement that India has emerged as a top country with LEED Zero green building projects.

India has become a global leader in LEED Zero certifications, outperforming both the US and China, it added.

India has 73 LEED Zero certified projects, comprising 45 per cent of the more than 150 total LEED Zero certifications.

Haryana and Tamil Nadu are leading the