Infosys, a global enabler in next-generation digital services and consulting, along with Alliance for an Energy Efficient Economy (AEEE), India’s leading policy support and implementation organization catalyzing the responsible use of energy for a climate-resilient and energy secure future, and Indian Institute for Human Settlements (IIHS), India’s prospective institution of eminence and interdisciplinary national university focused on urbanization, today launched ‘ASSURE’ (Accelerating Sustainable and Super-efficient Real Estate), to decarbonize India’s commercial building sector and cement the country’s global leadership in climate action and sustainability. The program aims to realize 100 million sq. ft. of high-performance commercial buildings in India by 2030.
ASSURE is designed as the world’s largest organized effort to implement high-performance buildings at scale. Bringing together experts, innovators, enterprises, and the government, it aims to provide technical assistance to lighthouse projects, ecosystem-wide capacity development, and demonstrate viability drawing inspiration from Infosys’ campuses. In addition, ASSURE will help foster entrepreneurship, collaborate with government agencies to help create a supportive policy environment and engage with large financial institutions to implement high-performance commercial buildings.
Infosys is an early mover in setting and achieving ESG goals, advocating for responsible business over the decades. Infosys became carbon neutral in 2020, 30 years ahead of the timeline set by the Paris Agreement and has aggressively progressed commitments and efforts to realize its ESG 2030 vision, and transition to low-carbon operations.
Nandan Nilekani, Co-founder and Chairman, Infosys, said, “India’s building sector presents a significant opportunity to make progress on our nation’s sustainability goals. We are delighted to collaborate with AEEE and IIHS, and to amplify the potential of their nation-wide community of industry leaders, practitioners, knowledge institutions, and students to drive positive climate action. ASSURE – our joint program – creates the next opportunity to make a significant impact on India’s environmental footprint, paving the way for a greener and more sustainable future for generations to come.”
Dr. Satish Kumar, President & Executive Director, Alliance for an Energy Efficient Economy (AEEE), said, “Today, we launch ASSURE not just to meet global standards but to set new ones. By integrating rigorous performance validation and ambitious emissions reduction targets, we aim to transform building practices and drive real change. Together, let’s harness our collective expertise to not only reach but exceed these benchmarks, proving that a sustainable future is not only possible but inevitable.”
Aromar Revi, Director, Indian Institute for Human Settlements (IIHS), said, “IIHS’ contribution to IPCC’s AR6 cycle, especially the 1.5C Special Report and the Summary for Urban Policymakers, highlight the centrality of the urban and infrastructure system transition and building energy efficiency measures to deliver deep emission reduction goals of the Paris Climate agreement. We are excited about this opportunity to work with Infosys and AEEE in crafting actionable solutions that build on our impactful work on climate science, policy, and finance, capacity development, and innovation.”
