IGBC Net Zero Carbon Rating System Pilot Version

This document is a technical report detailing the IGBC Net Zero Carbon rating system, which is currently in its pilot version. The Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) has developed this rating system to support the building sector in India in achieving net zero carbon emissions. The report outlines the objectives of the IGBC, which include facilitating the adoption of net zero concepts across buildings and promoting environmentally sensitive practices within the construction industry. It emphasizes the importance of reducing operational and embodied carbon emissions as part of India's commitment to achieving net zero emissions by 2070. The document also discusses the various missions and policies initiated by the government of India to support this transition, including the Energy Conservation Act and the National Action Plan on Climate Change. Additionally, it highlights the role of the building sector in addressing climate change and the collaborative efforts of stakeholders in developing the rating system.