Bengaluru real estate developers cast a green lifeline amid water crisis

Incorporating the latest sustainability technologies does cost more, but most customers are increasingly willing to invest extra for these advanced features

As Bengaluru grapples with water scarcity, the city’s real estate developers are adopting green building practices and sustainable solutions aimed at conserving water and helping residents mitigate the crisis.

Sobha, a city-based real estate developer, said there is an increased customer interest in water meters, treated wastewater reuse, rainwater harvesting, water-saving fixtures, and sustainability initiatives.

“Given the circumstances, sustainability is now in the spotlight, calling for intervention from government and non-government organisations. These include encouraging rainwater harvesting, instituting water conservation measures, upgrading wastewater treatment facilities, and restoring lakes and water bodies. With increasing concerns about environmental sustainability and climate change,