The two-day 17th GRIHA Summit, hosted by the GRIHA Council, concluded successfully with the Valedictory Session and Award Evening, marking the close of an inspiring series of discussions, collaborations, and recognitions under the theme ‘Innovate to Act for a Climate Resilient World’.
Over the two days, thought leaders, policymakers, and sustainability experts from India and abroad convened to deliberate on innovation-led action for a climate-resilient future. Discussions explored the role of education in fostering climate literacy, innovations driving urban resilience, circular economy solutions for waste management, and approaches to mitigating air pollution through sustainable design.
In her Opening Address, Dr Vibha Dhawan, Director General, TERI and President, GRIHA Council, remarked, “As we look to the road ahead leading to COP30 in Belém, Brazil, the theme ‘Innovate to Act for a Climate Resilient World’ could not be timelier. Innovation must be purpose-driven and aligned with our social and environmental realities; resilience must be built in, not added as an afterthought; and collaboration is non-negotiable.”
Sanjay Seth, Vice President & CEO, GRIHA Council, and Senior Director, Sustainable Infrastructure Programme, TERI, added, “The strength of the GRIHA Summit lies in uniting diverse voices to translate ideas into impact. Each session reinforces the truth that sustainability is not an endpoint but a continual journey shaped by knowledge, collaboration, and conviction.”
Sanjay Kulshrestha, Chairman and Managing Director, HUDCO, noted that the theme resonates strongly with India’s sustainable development goals, particularly SDG 13 on Climate Action. He emphasised the collaboration between HUDCO and GRIHA Council in promoting low-carbon, inclusive, and climate-resilient projects through financing strategies and green rating systems.
Guest of Honour Gulshan Grover, acclaimed film personality, highlighted that “innovation and action are essential not only in cinema but in shaping a liveable world.” He urged all stakeholders to make sustainability their “everyday script” and called for GRIHA’s adoption across all projects to ensure a greener and more resilient future.
The Summit also featured interactive exhibitions showcasing innovations in sustainable construction and design, including a Building-Integrated Photovoltaic (BIPV) façade demonstration and the Nirmaan Design Competition Gallery, featuring student-led climate-responsive architecture.
The GRIHA Felicitation Ceremony honoured projects achieving GRIHA 3-Star ratings and winners of the GRIHA Exemplary Awards for their leadership in environmental stewardship and innovation.
The GRIHA Felicitation Ceremony honoured projects achieving GRIHA 3-Star ratings and winners of the GRIHA Exemplary Awards for their leadership in environmental stewardship and innovation.
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