These days, it is so common to witness words like progress, innovation, and modern thrown around rather recklessly to describe the world today. But did you know we are in the midst of a widespread collapse of our natural world? This was evidenced in a recent study by the UN, which revealed that we are using the equivalent of 1.6 Earths to fulfill our bottomless needs, and the ecosystem can simply not keep up with the ever-growing demands.

In our strive for perfection and innovation, we have spearheaded a drive towards our own destruction. It is no wonder, then, in the post-pandemic world of recovery and revaluation, the conversation around sustainability has been loud and urgent. As nations rally efforts towards sustainability, India too has declared its commitment to becoming a net-zero carbon emission country by 2070.

With the need to align economic growth with ecological responsibility being critical, the built environment has emerged as an important frontier to consider. It is, after all, responsible for over 40% of the global greenhouse emissions, with commercial real estate being especially energy-intensive. To tread on this ambitious journey towards a future that balances preservation with progress, therefore, we need corporations that pioneer efforts towards responsible and greener growth.

Good Earth Infra: The Leading Conscious Corporate

As modern India moves towards greener pastures, the workforce is looking to align themselves with businesses that are no longer focused only on profits but are aware of their social responsibility to craft a better future. Cognizant of the purpose-driven voice of social consciousness, Good Earth Infra has taken up the mantle of environmental stewardship in a business ecosystem that has struggled with self-serving tendencies.

From adopting energy-efficient mechanisms to being mindful of their carbon footprint and ensuring responsible resource procurement and management, the developer is committed to engage in affirmative action to proactively mitigate climate change. Working hand in hand with Environment, Social, and Governance goals, Good Earth Infra has set a precedent with its latest commercial offering, Business Bay 2, that offers the best of sustainability and future-forward workspace.

Business Bay 2: Designed for the Future

In an effort to propel India on its journey toward sustainability, we have made it our mission to continuously innovate to forge green, intelligent, and energy-efficient workspaces. As a result, a major chunk of our portfolio is LEED-Platinum certified, which is the globally most recognised sustainability certification. It is this commitment to providing workspaces that provide operational excellence while being environmentally and socially sustainable that led to the inception of Business Bay 2.

Spread across 3,20,000 sq. ft., the development is located in the heart of Gurugram, in the bustling micromarket of Golf Course Extension Road. It is more than just another workspace; it is the leading commercial green building in Delhi-NCR. But before we proceed, what is a green building?

To put it simply, a green building simply means development that is built with sustainability as its leading principle. They are aimed to be environmentally responsible and resource-efficient throughout their lifecycle, right from their inception to design, construction, operation, and renovation. Energy-efficient and ethically responsible resource sourcing leads to the building not only assisting in reducing its environmental impact but also making the world a better place for future generations.

A testament to green engineering, Business Bay 2 is a LEED-Platinum Certified commercial workspace that has sustainability at its very core. But what sets it apart is that we do not compromise on design, user comfort, or amenities in our mission to be environmentally responsible. Some of the key green features that the development has include:

• Efficient unitised glazing façade:

At Business Bay 2, one of our key missions is providing a workspace that exceeds workplace excellence while empowering it with sustainable fixtures. That is exactly why we included unitised glazing façade, which essentially means that we have installed prefabricated glass panels that are specially designed to provide thermal insulation to the building. This minimises heat gain, thus reducing the dependency on energy-intensive cooling methods. The gigantic windows also increase penetration of natural daylight, thus cutting down the need for artificial lighting. The glazing system, therefore, is emblematic of the seamless integration of function, aesthetic, and sustainability here.

• Energy Efficient Fixtures:

The energy sector is the largest contributor towards greenhouse emissions, making up a whopping 75% of the worldwide emissions, with the built environment contributing to 40% of global energy emissions. In our journey towards sustainability, therefore, we recognise the importance of using energy-efficient machinery.

• At Business Bay 2, we use High-COP (Coefficient of Performance) chillers that utilise a small amount of electric output to produce a large amount of cooling, and are, as a result, highly energy-efficient while being operationally superior.
• We have also installed energy-efficient lighting that utilises lower power while being anti-glare. This creates a visually comfortable environment while remaining sustainable. In addition to this, at Business Bay 2 we have equipped the development with solar panels to minimize dependency on artificial sources of energy, paving the way for a more sustainable manner of development and productivity.

• Superior Indoor Air Quality:

Did you know one out of every eight deaths globally is due to rising air pollution? Improving air quality, therefore, not only mitigates this risk but is also proven to enhance cognitive function. At Business Bay 2, your health and well-being is our number one priority. Therefore, we have installed the MERV-15 air filtration system that makes sure the air our employees breathe is free of any hazardous contaminants. Not only that, we have also crafted an open floor plan that supports ventilation. In addition to this, our integration of biophilic design philosophy with green spaces within the development also leads to cleaner air and better health for our employees.

• Rain Water Harvesting System:

One of the most standout green features at Business Bay 2 is its ultra-progressive rainwater harvesting system, which collects rainwater, filters it, and reutilises it for non-potable purposes as well as for replenishing the groundwater table. This offers a dual-pronged benefit—reducing water bills for tenants while also proving to be highly sustainable in the long term.

Final Thoughts

More than ever before, today, businesses are basing their decisions on where to lay their roots not just on the infrastructure of the commercial asset, but also on the ESG values the developers uphold. As our country moves closer towards its net-zero goals, such business spaces will be a key frontier in the journey towards sustainability.

That is exactly what Business Bay 2 offers; a space that is more than just a place to work; a workspace that also offers a promise of upholding the sanctity of ESG values that the modern world holds dear. Here, we go beyond mere embellishments and technical enhancements that make no difference in the lives of the modern workforce. Here, we want to create spaces that actively support our workers, in their professional life as well as their well-being.