From the Indian Green Building Council
Atul village received the prestigious Platinum Green Village certification from the Indian Green Building Council (IGBC), an initiative of the Confederation of Indian Industry. The IGBC evaluates villages based on various sustainability parameters to encourage green practices and infrastructure. This significant achievement recognises Atul village as a green village among six platinum villages.
Situated on the banks of Par river, Atul village is developed by Atul (Atul) in the Valsad district of Gujarat. Atul Foundation, the corporate social responsibility (CSR) entity of Atul, implements community upliftment and green initiatives, amongst others, in Atul and its surrounding villages.
The certification highlights the initiatives of Atul village, implemented by Atul Foundation in association with National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD):
Implementing effective health and hygiene practices like solid waste management system, household and community toilets and the availability of healthcare facilities.
Developing robust and sustainable village infrastructure with model anganwadis, green forest covers and Miyawaki forest.
Promoting water conservation techniques like sewage treatment plants, rainwater harvesting systems and natural resource management projects.
Ensuring efficient energy use and availability through the use of LED lights and by harvesting solar energy.
Utilising eco-friendly materials and resources like bamboos, fly ash bricks and Mangalore tiles in construction activities.
Encouraging social and community engagement like the formation of self-help groups.
Fostering green innovations like waste management systems and gas-based crematorium.
Powered by Capital Market - Live News
Disclaimer: No Business Standard Journalist was involved in creation of this content
You’ve reached your limit of {{free_limit}} free articles this month.
Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Already subscribed? Log in
Subscribe to read the full story →
Smart Quarterly
₹900
3 Months
₹300/Month
Smart Essential
₹2,700
1 Year
₹225/Month
Super Saver
₹3,900
2 Years
₹162/Month
Renews automatically, cancel anytime
Here’s what’s included in our digital subscription plans
Exclusive premium stories online
Over 30 premium stories daily, handpicked by our editors


Complimentary Access to The New York Times
News, Games, Cooking, Audio, Wirecutter & The Athletic
Business Standard Epaper
Digital replica of our daily newspaper — with options to read, save, and share


Curated Newsletters
Insights on markets, finance, politics, tech, and more delivered to your inbox
Market Analysis & Investment Insights
In-depth market analysis & insights with access to The Smart Investor


Archives
Repository of articles and publications dating back to 1997
Ad-free Reading
Uninterrupted reading experience with no advertisements


Seamless Access Across All Devices
Access Business Standard across devices — mobile, tablet, or PC, via web or app
