Residential
Green Homes: Brigade’s Efforts Towards Sustainable and Eco-Friendly Living
June 10, 2025
In today’s environmentally conscious era, the real estate sector plays a pivotal role in paving the path towards a sustainable future. As a leader in this industry, the Brigade Group has embraced its responsibility towards green living and is on a mission to redefine the meaning of urban living. With our pioneering sustainable and eco-friendly living spaces, we take responsibility for ensuring that our residents have a lifestyle that is a harmonious balance between comfort and the environment.
The Need for Sustainable Real Estate
The recent decades have seen phases of rapid urbanisation, which have led to higher energy consumption and carbon emission on the one hand and resource depletion on the other. This has contributed to environmental degradation, making it imperative for developers to shift towards green homes. Homes that have sustainability at their forefront not only minimize the ecological impact of residents but also reduce utility costs and improve the overall health of their residents. Recognising the advantage of eco-friendly living, we have taken a proactive approach to embedding sustainability in every aspect of our projects.
Green Building Design Philosophy
Brigade’s eco-friendly apartments are built on the pillars of energy efficiency, water conservation, waste management and the use of sustainable materials. Brigade Citrine, which is also India’s first Net Zero residential project, is designed with sustainability as its core philosophy. This project’s use of advanced technology with optimised, recycled construction materials is meant to create a community that believes in eco-consciousness.
Here are some of the principles that we follow across our projects, incorporating cutting-edge technology and thoughtful design strategy:
Energy Efficiency
Our energy-efficient homes are integrated with innovative solutions that minimise carbon footprint and reduce energy consumption. The Brigade Gateway Apartments feature an extensive 354.3 kW rooftop solar plant that harnesses the power of renewable energy. It is also the largest residential rooftop solar plant in the country. At our other projects, we also ensure to incorporate smart home solutions that can potentially decrease the consumption of energy and reduce utility bills.
Water Conservation Initiatives
Water scarcity is a growing concern in urban areas and is a significant concern looming over us. We have employed several water management techniques across our properties, including efforts to harvest rainwater, implement water-efficient fixtures in all homes, and install sewage treatment plants.
Brigade Cornerstone Utopia’s sustainable apartments feature bio-retention ponds that have helped recharge groundwater levels in the area. They also have a triple plumbing system where each drop of water goes through three distinct stages - softening, disinfection and sand-pressure filtration. A separate piping system is also used here so that the grey water generated can be repurposed for flushing.
Eco-Friendly Construction Materials
A truly sustainable home is possible only when the developer makes the choice of the right building materials. At Brigade, we have always been at the forefront of innovation and have adopted the industry's best practices. We are one of the first real estate developers to introduce precast concrete construction to Bengaluru.
We are also making small yet significant changes, like switching to low-VOC paints, so our residents may have a healthier living environment. One of our flagship projects, Brigade Oasis, is being constructed with imported technology from Italy, Germany and Singapore to reduce the carbon footprint of a house. It is also managed by a team of experts who have extensive experience in using precast technology in both India and the Middle East.
Waste Management and Recycling
Maintaining a clean and sustainable environment is possible with an effective waste management system in place. Introducing waste segregation, recycling programs for materials like plastic and glass and composting units for landscaping and gardening are just some of the ways we can work towards the goal of reducing our landfill contributions. Brigade Sparkle, one of our completed projects in Mysore, has done this by installing an Organic Waste Converter (OWC) that repurposes biodegradable waste generated by the community and converting it into compost for their gardens.
The Role of Green Certifications
At Brigade, we actively seek green certification for buildings and projects to reinforce our commitment to sustainability. Many of our developments have received recognition from esteemed organisations like the Indian Green Building Council (IGBC), Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) and Green Rating for Integrated Habitat Assessment (GRIHA).
Community and Resident Engagement
Beyond infrastructure, the Brigade Group ensures to foster a culture of sustainability among our residents by encouraging eco-conscious lifestyles. We have awareness campaigns and sustainability programs that can potentially empower residents to contribute to environmental conservation. Such initiatives instill a sense of responsibility towards nature.
Conclusion
Our commitment to sustainability is not just about building sustainable residential developments. Rather, it is about creating a way of life that allows residents to harmonise with nature. With the conscious decision to integrate green building practices, renewable energy solutions, water conservation techniques and eco-conscious materials, we are leading the way in redefining urban living.
Our responsibility extends beyond construction with an aim to inspire communities to adopt greener lifestyles. With every project, the Brigade Group reaffirms the pledge to environmental stewardship, ensuring that future generations inherit a planet that thrives.
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