ACHIEVING GREEN OBJECTIVES

Explore why green construction is becoming a business necessity, delivering cost savings, resilience, efficiency, and long-term value.

- Anil Ramakrishnan

In India, green sustainable construction in India is steadily transforming from a niche, voluntary exercise into a mainstream real estate initiative, driven by speedy urbanization, stringent environmental regulations, and national net-zero commitments. Based on industry reports and expert opinions, it is also set to become an essential criterion for the future of Indian urban planning and construction.

IMPROVING LIFECYCLE PERFORMANCE

Innovation in the construction chemicals and advanced materials sector, has led to a robust portfolio of cost-effective, sustainable solutions.

Despite the initial price tag for developers, these specialized materials ultimately deliver superior lifecycle performance, offering greater durability and long-term savings.

"Sustainable construction is no longer about higher cost; it is about smarter engineering.

When projects are designed with lifecycle performance in mind, solutions like advanced construction chemicals enable both sustainability and profitability to go hand in hand. Our solutions improve lifecycle performance by extending service life through enhanced durability and protection; reducing maintenance cycles and downtime, especially in infrastructure and industrial facilities; and optimizing resource efficiency, including lower energy, water, and material consumption," states Jaswanth Sobhana, Director - Target Market & Product Management, Sika India, a leading construction chemical company.

He explains, "Our low carbon concrete solutions optimize mix designs, enable clinker reduction, and reduce material consumption, delivering both cost efficiency and lower embodied carbon.

Our flooring systems are designed for extreme durability, significantly reducing replacement frequency and lifecycle costs, especially in industrial applications. By preventing water ingress and structural damage, these solutions avoid expensive repairs and extend asset life.