Green Agenda | Council of Indian Institute of Technology

Each IIT aims to establish a Green Office, which would carry out a Green Audit of its curriculum and its institutional management practices, such as energy, water, waste, construction projects, natural resource (forest, water etc.) and biopersity conservation. Green Office will have provision to collect feedback from the community, external agencies and interested parties continuously. A sustained effort is planned to calculate and reduce carbon footprint within the campuses.

Action Taken by IITs as per MHRDs Forwarding Letter and Action Plan :

IIT Kharagpur
Green office Established? :	yes
Green policy and projection:	Green Initiatives
Master plan compliance with environmental norms:	Green Initiatives
Land Usage:	Green Initiatives
Water conservation harvesting and recycling:	Green Initiatives
Active use of energy harvesting concepts:	Green Initiatives
Compliance of standard international norms:	Green Initiatives
Safety norms:	Green Initiatives
Other Parameters:	Green Initiatives

IIT Guwahati
Green office Established? :	yes
Green policy and projection:	An update of Campus Green Policy and Protection summarized
Master plan compliance with environmental norms:
Land Usage:
Water conservation harvesting and recycling:
Active use of energy harvesting concepts:
Compliance of standard international norms:
Safety norms:
Other Parameters:

IIT Indore
Green office Established? :	yes
Green policy and projection:	IIT Indore campus shall be covered under GRIHA norms with 3 star rating, though every effort would be made to achieve higher star rating.
Master plan compliance with environmental norms:	The master plan is complying with all the environmental norms.
Land Usage:	Proposed buildable ground coverage area will not cross 30% of the total site area. This is in compliance with the T&CP (Town and Country Planning) guidelines.
Water conservation harvesting and recycling:	The water balance policy of IIT Indore includes recharge (aquifer), store (for utilization) and moisture retention. All the above three steps are important in achieving the complete ecological cycle.
Active use of energy harvesting concepts:	IIT Indore energy planning strategy for a regenerative campus includes: passive architecture, central campus monitoring hub, micro zone cooling, roof-top PV panels, battery-less solar power, and bio mass to energy conversion.
Compliance of standard international norms:	IIT Indore is following ECBC/BEE/NBC/GRIHA recommendations which is as per international norms.
Safety norms:	We are committed to meet at least the minimum level of sanitation and safety facilities as per CPWD norms for all construction workers and other relevant employees.
Other Parameters:

IIT Hyderabad
Green office Established? :	yes
Green policy and projection:
Master plan compliance with environmental norms:
Land Usage:
Water conservation harvesting and recycling:		A recycling program was initiated on campus by Prakriti Nature Club in fiscal 2012-2013; this program is now being continued by the Green Office. The recycling program resulted in a significant reduction in our impact on the environment. Further, the recyclable material was sold to a vendor selected by means of open tender, and the money was deposited in the IITH account.
Active use of energy harvesting concepts:		Solar Plant of 0.95 MW power
Compliance of standard international norms:		ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System - Providing Educational Services ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management - Implementation of Greenery & Environmental Promotional Activities ISO 50001:2018 Energy Management - Implementation of Energy Saving Practices ISO 27001:2013 Information Security Management - Implementation of Data Security Services ISO 22000:2008 ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System - Providing Educational Services ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management - Implementation of Greenery & Environmental Promotional Activities ISO 50001:2018 Energy Management - Implementation of Energy Saving Practices ISO 27001:2013 Information Security Management - Implementation of Data Security Services
Safety norms:
Other Parameters:

IIT Patna
Green office Established? :	yes
Green policy and projection:	yes
Master plan compliance with environmental norms:	yes
Land Usage:
Water conservation harvesting and recycling:	yes
Active use of energy harvesting concepts:	yes
Compliance of standard international norms:	yes
Safety norms:	yes
Other Parameters:

IIT Madras
Green office Established? :	yes
Green policy and projection:	Details are in the document linked above.
Master plan compliance with environmental norms:	Details are in the document linked above.
Land Usage:	Details are in the document linked above.
Water conservation harvesting and recycling:	Details are in the document linked above.
Active use of energy harvesting concepts:	Details are in the document linked above.
Compliance of standard international norms:	Details are in the document linked above.
Safety norms:	Details are in the document linked above.
Other Parameters:	Details are in the document linked above.

IIT Bhubaneswar
Green office Established? :	yes
Green policy and projection:	Policy under preparation
Master plan compliance with environmental norms:	Designed as per compliance. Clearance to be obtained.
Land Usage:	Land usage as per the regulations and plan prepared
Water conservation harvesting and recycling:	WCHR plan is being implemented
Active use of energy harvesting concepts:	Being implemented with roof top solar panels.
Compliance of standard international norms:	Complied (GRIHA Norms)
Safety norms:	Complied
Other Parameters:

IIT Jodhpur
Green office Established? :	yes	In place
Green policy and projection:	Be the institute with net zero waste, zero energy consumption and zero carbon footprints.
Master plan compliance with environmental norms:	Yes
Land Usage:	Academic
Water conservation harvesting and recycling:	Yes
Active use of energy harvesting concepts:	Yes
Compliance of standard international norms:	Yes
Safety norms:	Yes
Other Parameters:

IIT Mandi
Green office Established? :	yes
Green policy and projection:	Details are in the uploaded document
Master plan compliance with environmental norms:	Details are in the uploaded document
Land Usage:	Details are in the uploaded document
Water conservation harvesting and recycling:	Details are in the uploaded document
Active use of energy harvesting concepts:	Details are in the uploaded document
Compliance of standard international norms:	Details are in the uploaded document
Safety norms:	"Save greenery--- Save environment"
Other Parameters:	-

IIT Ropar
Green office Established? :	yes
Green policy and projection:	Environmental Clearance of IIT Ropar
Master plan compliance with environmental norms:	Environmental Clearance of IIT Ropar
Land Usage:		Proposed buildable ground coverage area will not cross 30% of the total site area. This is in compliance with the T&CP (Town and Country Planning) guidelines.
Water conservation harvesting and recycling:		Fresh water requirement is fulfilled from 2 Nos tubewells which after treatment is supplied to the whole campus.
Active use of energy harvesting concepts:		IIT Ropar energy planning strategy for a regenerative campus includes: passive architecture, central campus monitoring hub, micro zone cooling and biomass to energy conversion
Compliance of standard international norms:		ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System - Providing quality Services ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management - Implementation of Greenery & Environmental Promotional Activities ISO 50001:2018 Energy Management - Implementation of Energy Saving Practices ISO 27001:2013 Information Security Management - Implementation of Data Security Services ISO 22000:2008 ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System - Providing Educational Services ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management - Implementation of Greenery & Environmental Promotional Activities ISO 50001:2018 Energy Management - Implementation of Energy Saving Practices ISO 27001:2013 Information Security Management - Implementation of Data Security Services
Safety norms:		Institute has its Fire, Biomedical and electrical hazard policies.We are committed to meet at least the minimum level of safety facilities as per CPWD norms for all construction workers and other relevant employees.
Other Parameters:

IIT Gandhinagar
Green office Established? :	yes
Green policy and projection:
Master plan compliance with environmental norms:
Land Usage:
Water conservation harvesting and recycling:
Active use of energy harvesting concepts:
Compliance of standard international norms:
Safety norms:
Other Parameters:

IIT Delhi
Green office Established? :	yes
Green policy and projection:	http://sustainable.iitd.ac.in/
Master plan compliance with environmental norms:	http://sustainable.iitd.ac.in/
Land Usage:	https://home.iitd.ac.in/uploads/climate-action-iitd.pdf
Water conservation harvesting and recycling:
Active use of energy harvesting concepts:
Compliance of standard international norms:
Safety norms:
Other Parameters:

IIT (BHU) Varanasi
Green office Established? :	yes
Green policy and projection:
Master plan compliance with environmental norms:
Land Usage:
Water conservation harvesting and recycling:
Active use of energy harvesting concepts:
Compliance of standard international norms:
Safety norms:
Other Parameters:

IIT Bombay
Green office Established? :	yes
Green policy and projection:	Recycling of biomass solids i.e food waste, dry leaves, solar photo voltaic, solar waterheating recycling of grey water
Master plan compliance with environmental norms:	Green Campus Committee is briefed by the Dean IPS. Compliance with MPC and MOEF guidelines are ensured
Land Usage:	All new construction as per FRIHA min 3 star FSI ~ 0.5, specific, no construction zone as per norms maintained.
Water conservation harvesting and recycling:	Grey water recycling and use of ground water for lawns and gardens
Active use of energy harvesting concepts:	Solar water heaters for Hostels, Guest Houses, 1MW Solar Photovoltaic grid connected to consume as produced.
Compliance of standard international norms:	All BMC Statutories and CFO statutories issued from time to time are strictly adhered to. Improved CFO norms are being incorporated. NBC codes adopted
Safety norms:	A safety officer of the Institute has conducted safety audit and compliance is being brought about.
Other Parameters:	A high class salubrious green campus has been developed and being maintained as well to provide a serene academic atomosphere with great biodiversity and through good horticulture practices

IIT Roorkee
Green office Established? :	yes
Green policy and projection:	The institute as a policy decided that, henceforth all new building proposals shall be vetted by the Institute Green Committee before their final approval. The Green Committee must look into the various environmental and energy aspects for a green technology.
Master plan compliance with environmental norms:	It is critical to ensure that the Master Plan is compliant with environmental norms, and is at least GRIHA compliant. In case of older master plan there has been a fresh reappraisal of the Master Plan to make it compliant with environmental norms. New construction plans shall be executed only after the Master Plan has been discussed in the open house.
Land Usage:	Planted vegetation covers about 45% of the total campus area
Water conservation harvesting and recycling:	Creation of Water bodies: Water Harvesting, surface water bodies, water conservation measures are being reviewed foregrounded to recharge water tables. Treated waste water is used for irrigating lawns and sports grounds.
Active use of energy harvesting concepts:	Rooftop area of hostel and residences have been equipped with Solar Photovoltaic systems.
Compliance of standard international norms:
Safety norms:
Other Parameters:	For details Please visit given URL:-

IIT Kanpur
Green office Established? :	yes
Green policy and projection:
Master plan compliance with environmental norms:
Land Usage:
Water conservation harvesting and recycling:
Active use of energy harvesting concepts:
Compliance of standard international norms:
Safety norms:
Other Parameters:

IIT Palakkad
Green office Established? :	yes
Green policy and projection:	The green campus activities are planned based on different sustainability perspectives like solid waste management, water conservation and reuse, green energy and development of green belt inside the campus.
Master plan compliance with environmental norms:	The master plan is complying with all the environmental norms.
Land Usage:	In transit campus we have 29 acres of land out of this 15% used for green belt.
Water conservation harvesting and recycling:	Please refer attached PDF.
Active use of energy harvesting concepts:	IIT Palakkad uses only the DC Power system along with energy efficient, LEDs, 30Watt Fans etc in the whole campus. IIT Palakkad has already implemented solar energy of 83.8 kWp capacity.
Compliance of standard international norms:	All the buildings are constructed under all standard norms and measures.
Safety norms:	Construction and protection of our land buy Random rubble compound walls and above that concertina coil and all buildings having all kind of fire safety norms.
Other Parameters:	A zone to develop forest belts in permanent campus has been identified. In collaboration with Kerala Forest Research Institute(KFRI), we are planting tree saplings with appropriate biodiversity.

IIT (ISM) Dhanbad
Green office Established? :	Yes
Green policy and projection:	Yes	Sewage treatment plant water supply for Lawn and Garden. The Institute has implemented in its all the projects.
Master plan compliance with environmental norms:	Yes	It is under preparation
Land Usage:	Yes	Approximately 175 Acres
Water conservation harvesting and recycling:	Yes (Green Initiatives)	55 Nos. of recharge pits have been constructed for Rain Water harvesting, STP water (sewage treatment plant) for lawns and gardens.
Active use of energy harvesting concepts:	No	It is under process
Compliance of standard international norms:	No	NA
Safety norms:	Yes	Strictly followed the safety norms in all construction/maintenance works in the campus
Other Parameters:	Yes (Green Initiatives)	We are planting tree saplings with appropriate biodiversity in our campus.

IIT Tirupati
No information available

IIT Bhilai
Green office Established? :	Yes	Environmental Cell has been established.
Green policy and projection:		IIT Bhilai is committed to fostering a sustainable and eco-friendly campus by integrating green initiatives into its infrastructure, academic curriculum, and research. The Green Agenda aims to promote environmental consciousness, reduce carbon footprints, and implement energy-efficient solutions, ensuring a sustainable future for the institute and its surrounding community. Current Green Initiatives 1. Renewable Energy Integration – The institute is progressively incorporating solar energy solutions to reduce dependency on conventional power sources. 2. Waste Management System – A comprehensive waste segregation, recycling, and composting system has been introduced to minimize waste accumulation. 3. Water Conservation – Implementation of rainwater harvesting and water recycling techniques to optimize water usage. 4. Eco-friendly Infrastructure – New buildings are designed with green architecture principles, ensuring energy efficiency and reduced environmental impact. 5. Green Certification for Infrastructure – Acquired GRIHA LD certification for Master plan development 6. Afforestation and Biodiversity Enhancement – Regular tree plantation drives and green belt development to maintain ecological balance. 7. Sustainable Transportation – Encouraging the use of bicycles and electric vehicles, along with the provision of pedestrian-friendly pathways. 8. Awareness Campaigns and Student Participation – Regular workshops, seminars, and student-driven initiatives to promote environmental awareness. Future Projections 1. Net-Zero Energy Campus – A long-term goal to make IIT Bhilai a net-zero energy institutes by maximizing renewable energy adoption. 2. Advanced Waste-to-Energy Projects – Establishing biogas plants and other waste-to-energy conversion technologies. 3. Smart Water Management System – Integration of IoT-based water monitoring and conservation systems. 4. Carbon Neutrality by 2045 – Implementing aggressive measures to offset carbon emissions and promote a carbon-neutral ecosystem.
Master plan compliance with environmental norms:		Master plan of IIT Bhilai has been obtained necessary clearance for State Environment Conservation Board and complied to all the norms.
Land Usage:		25.99% of total land of IIT Bhilai has marked as Green area.
Water conservation harvesting and recycling:		Ponds of 406 Lac litter storage capacity has been constructed for rain water harvesting.
Active use of energy harvesting concepts:		IITBhilai is in process of installing 0.5MV capacity solar plant for electricity generation.
Compliance of standard international norms:		All the mandatory norms have been complied.
Safety norms:		Safety norm related to, Fire, Road, Electricity, statutory warning has been implemented.
Other Parameters:

IIT Goa
Green office Established? :	No
Green policy and projection:	IIT Goa is currently operating from a transit campus sharing the premises of Goa College of Engineering. Green Office is yet to be established being a transit campus.
Master plan compliance with environmental norms:	NA
Land Usage:	NA
Water conservation harvesting and recycling:	NA
Active use of energy harvesting concepts:	NA
Compliance of standard international norms:	NA
Safety norms:	NA
Other Parameters:	NA

IIT Jammu
No information available

IIT Dharwad
Green office Established? :	Yes	Green Committee Has been established at IIT Dharwad since 16-04-2024.
Green policy and projection:		IIT dhArwAD is committed to create an Academic Campus having net zero in water, energy, and waste by 2030, as mandated by its Board of Governors (BoG). Significant strides have already been made, with several initiatives in progress, to transform the institute’s 470-acre campus into a model of self-sustainability. The institute’s commitment is reflected in its achievements, such as earning a 5-star rating under GRIHA (Green Rating for Integrated Habitat Assessment) for the Large Development Master Plan in December 2022, establishing a state-of-the-art phytoremediation sewage treatment plant, etc. Further measures are being planned and adopted for achieving a net zero status in water, energy, and waste through actions which are outlined below: Net-Zero in Water: IIT dhArwAD’s campus has an annual rainwater harvesting potential of 327 million liters, which surpasses its projected future annual water demand of 248 million liters for a population of 10,000. This makes rainwater harvesting a viable, economically feasible, and environmentally sustainable strategy to ensure the institute’s water security. The campus already features rainwater harvesting pits that feed into an existing lake, and plans are underway to develop three more lakes in the coming 1-2 years to significantly boost water availability and thereby promote self-sustainability further. Additionally, measures to reduce current water demand, such as installing restricted flow-rate basin taps, are also being planned and/or implemented. Net Zero in Energy: Achieving net-zero energy is a two-fold approach: on the one hand, energy consumption is to be minimized, and on the other, the remaining energy demand is met through sustainable energy generation. At IIT dhArwAD, energy consumption is being reduced by designing buildings that minimize the need for air conditioning while maximizing the use of natural daylight. This is accomplished through solar passive architecture (i.e., passive air conditioning), effective insulation, strategic use of glass and other shading devices, as well as by using sustainable construction materials. To further reduce the energy demand, the existing heat pumps used for water heating are planned to be coupled with solar water heaters. A 1.25 MW rooftop solar PV (photovoltaic) system is also proposed to meet the campus annual energy demand, bringing it closer to achieving net-zero energy status. Additional initiatives are also being planned and/or implemented, such as promoting electric mobility or transportation and creating a green canopy of trees to substantially mitigate the urban heat island effect on campus. Net-Zero in Waste: A range of measures is being implemented to manage different types of waste on campus. Municipal wastewater is treated using an advanced phytoremediation sewage treatment plant located on the premises. Waste segregation is promoted at the source level, with color-coded bins green, blue, and red strategically placed around the campus for biodegradable/compostable, recyclable, and landfillable waste, respectively. Future plans include launching awareness programs to enhance source segregation further, establishing a kitchen waste biogas plant, and developing a localized composting system, etc. Current Green Initiatives (as of 2025) Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy 1.8 MW Solar PV Plant is in advanced stage for installation on campus buildings and ground-mounted areas. Use of LED lighting [5 star rated] fittings across campus. Installation of energy-efficient HVAC systems and heat pump based energy efficient water heaters in hostels. Water Conservation Rainwater harvesting systems installed integrating all buildings. Recycling of treated wastewater through a Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) for gardening and flushing. Low-flow water fixtures with aerators [Griha rated] for conserving fresh water. Green Campus Development Preservation of existing trees and planting of native tree species. Development of green zones, parks, and urban forest pockets within the campus. Roads and walkways designed with permeable pavers to reduce surface runoff. Solid Waste Management Segregation of waste at source into biodegradable, recyclable, and inert waste. On-site composting of organic waste from kitchens and gardens. Tie-ups with local recyclers for paper, plastic, and e-waste. Sustainable Mobility Electric vehicles (EVs) for intra-campus travel and EV charging stations. Encouragement of bicycles and walking paths for students and staff. Shared mobility options like e-scooters being piloted. Green Building Practices Adoption of GRIHA norms for new constructions. Use of fly ash bricks, low-VOC paints, and sustainable construction materials. Future Green Initiatives (Planned/Proposed) Net-Zero Campus Vision Aiming to make IIT Dharwad a Net-Zero Energy, Water, and Waste campus by 2030. Expansion of solar capacity to meet 100% of energy demand. Smart Water Grid AI-driven smart metering and leak detection systems for water networks. Increased reuse and recharge initiatives, including wetlands for natural wastewater treatment. Carbon Neutrality Strategy Campus-wide carbon inventory and carbon offset plans through afforestation and renewable offsets. Participation in carbon credit programs. Living Laboratory IIT Dharwad to serve as a testbed for green technologies, involving students and faculty in sustainability experiments. Real-time environmental monitoring (air, water, temperature, carbon footprint dashboards). Green Curriculum & Awareness Integration of sustainability topics in all engineering and science programs. Hosting student-led green clubs, eco-hackathons, and clean energy competitions. Food Sustainability Promoting organic kitchen gardens, reducing food waste. Sustainable sourcing of food for mess and canteens. Biodiversity Enhancement Creation of a biodiversity register and butterfly parks. Conservation of local flora and fauna through habitat restoration projects. https://www.iitdh.ac.in/parashurama-basaveshwara-akshaya-kshetra
Master plan compliance with environmental norms:		Master plan of IIT Dharwad has been awarded for 5-star rating by GRIHA under Large Development category and has obtained all necessary statutory clearances from State Environmental clearance board, Pollution control Board, Airports Authority of India HDMC to name a few.
Land Usage:		Proposed Building and development area does not cross 30% of the Total land of the campus and balance is reserved for Green initiatives and plantation.
Water conservation harvesting and recycling:		IIT Dharwad has constructed 10 Numbers of rainwater harvesting pits across the campus with integration of collection of roof top rainwater through Strom water drains, recharging to rainwater harvesting pits and overflow to surface storage reservoir and is in the final stage of Construction of 3 Nos of Cascading lakes to meet the entire requirement of water demand of 297 million liters. IIT Dharwad has also commissioned a natural Phytorid bed-based Sewage treatment plant which operates with the least energy treating 2.80 lac liters of wastewater per day.
Active use of energy harvesting concepts:		IIT Dharwad has secured all required approvals for installation of 1.80 MW capacity of roof top solar power plant and is in the advanced stage of finalization of proposal.
Compliance of standard international norms:		IIT Dharwad is following all mandatory and statutory norms.
Safety norms:		Safety norm related to, Fire, Road, Electricity, statutory warning has been implemented.
Other Parameters:		IIT Dharwad is blessed with 67 acres of lush green Reserve Forest within the campus.