CII’s
Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) marked a momentous occasion as Shri N.
Chandrababu Naidu, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, inaugurated the
Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority’s (APCRDA) new Project
Office in Amaravati on October 13, 2025. The inauguration was graced by Shri
Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani, Union minister of state for Communications & Rural
Development; Shri Ponguru Narayana, Minister of Municipal Administration and
Urban Development, Govt. of Andhra Pradesh; Shri S. Suresh Kumar, IAS
,Principal Secretary for Municipal Administration and Urban Development (MA
& UD), Government of Andhra Pradesh; Mr. C Shekar Reddy, National
Vice-Chairman, IGBC; Mr. Vijay Sai Meka, Chairman, IGBC Amaravati Chapter, and
the Core committee IGBC Amaravati chapter - Mr. Kiran Parachuri , Dr
Saandeepani and Mr. Sundeep V, Senior Counsellor, IGBC. This landmark event signified
Andhra Pradesh’s continued commitment to sustainable development and green
building practices.
Speaking
at the inauguration, Shri N. Chandrababu Naidu, Hon’ble Chief Minister of
Andhra Pradesh, said, “The IGBC certification awarded to APCRDA is a proud
milestone in our journey towards building a sustainable, world-class capital
region. This recognition reflects our commitment to integrating green
principles into urban planning, infrastructure development, and every facet of
citizen life. Andhra Pradesh continues to lead by example in creating smart,
resilient, and environmentally responsible cities for the future.”
The
newly inaugurated APCRDA Project Office has become India’s first government
project to earn the IGBC Net Zero Energy Rating – Design Stage, and the first
government building in Amaravati to achieve this distinction. With an EPI of
0.85 (≈17,08,980 kWh/year)—about 15% better than the ECBC 2017 baseline—the
office features energy-efficient lighting, high-performance HVAC systems, and 100%
renewable energy compliance through a 540 kWp rooftop solar PV system and Green
Tariff energy procurement.
This
achievement has been possible under the visionary leadership of Sri K. Kanna
Babu, I.A.S., Commissioner, APCRDA, and the strategic guidance of Sri A.
Bhargav Teja, I.A.S., Additional Commissioner, who have championed the
integration of sustainability in all major projects. The technical innovation and design
excellence coordination by Sandeep Dixit, Chief Architect & Design
Coordinator, ensured that the project met the highest standards of green
building design and performance.
Speaking
on the occasion, Mr. C Shekar Reddy, National Vice-Chairman, IGBC, said, “The
inauguration of the APCRDA Project Office in Amaravati, the first government
building in the region to achieve IGBC Net Zero Energy Design Certification,
demonstrates Andhra Pradesh’s vision and determination to champion
sustainability and climate-responsive development. The collaborative efforts
between APCRDA and IGBC set a benchmark for government infrastructure, and I am
confident that Amaravati will continue to inspire other cities to adopt
similarly ambitious standards for green and resilient growth.”
Mr. Vijay Sai Meka, Chairman, IGBC Amaravati Chapter in
his remarks, acknowledged APCRDA’s vision and the proactive steps taken to
align with IGBC Green Ratings across major developments, reaffirming
Amaravati’s position as a frontrunner in India’s Net Zero and sustainable
infrastructure movement.
The
Indian Green Building Council reiterated its support, noting the Project
Office’s Net Zero achievement as an inspiration and a model for other cities
aiming for climate-resilient urban growth. The office, spread across 22,527 sq.
m, stands as a testament to the state’s vision of developing Amaravati into a
model green capital for India. IGBC commends the leadership of APCRDA and the
Government of Andhra Pradesh for their unwavering focus on integrating sustainable
practices into the state’s infrastructure.
