DLF Offices aligns its sustainability goals with those of its tenant partners, driving a collective impact on the environment. We champion an eco-friendly work environment built on innovation and responsibility. As a testament to this commitment, DLF Offices holds the world's largest portfolio of office spaces certified with LEED Platinum and LEED Zero Water standards by the U.S. Green Building Council.
OUR COMMITMENT
TO SUSTAINABILITY
DLF Offices, as a leading developer reshaping India's urban landscapes with top-quality buildings, embraces the responsibility to create lasting value for all stakeholders. This commitment empowers our goal to drive business growth while preserving natural resources.
To support this mission, we have established an Environmental Management System (EMS) that meets ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and ISO 9001 standards across our properties to help reduce our carbon footprint. Our Environmental Policy directs our activities and decisions in key areas, including biodiversity, waste management, pollution control, water conservation, climate resilience, and sustainable sourcing.
Approved by nature,
certified by the world
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Our rigorous water conservation and treatment efforts have enabled over 40 million square feet of our properties to achieve a net-zero balance in potable water use. This accomplishment has been recognized by the USGBC with the LEED Zero Water certification.
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More than 45 million square feet of our rental portfolio has been certified or pre-certified LEED Platinum by the USGBC—making it the largest such portfolio held by any developer globally
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The LEED Platinum rating for cities and communities goes beyond buildings, recognizing outstanding sustainability and quality of life within an ecosystem. DLF Cyber City Gurugram made history as the first development in the world to receive this prestigious certification. Following this achievement, DLF Cyber City Chennai has become the second development to earn the same recognition.
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DLF Cyber City Hyderabad is India's first workplace to receive the LEED Zero Waste Certification, awarded by the U.S. Green Building Council. It is joined by DLF Cyber City Chennai and DLF Cyber City Gurugram (Buildings 7A, 7B, 9A, 9B) in achieving this prestigious certification, reflecting advanced waste segregation and treatment practices.
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DLF Cyber City Hyderabad has earned the prestigious LEED Zero Energy certification from the U.S. Green Building Council, recognizing its net-zero annual energy consumption through on-site or off-site renewable sources.
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The adoption of advanced sustainability practices in all our projects has enabled us to achieve the respected Green Star rating in ESG from GRESB.
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by GRESB
Green initiatives:
The smart way forward
WATER RECYCLING
1.93 Million KL water recycled annually. For us, every drop of water is valuable. Using advanced infrastructure, we recycle water for landscaping, cleaning, and other operations.
RAINWATER UTILISATION
5 Million KL rainwater harvested annually
To ensure no water is wasted, we have implemented measures to harvest rainwater, reducing our dependency on freshwater sources. Sewage Treatment Plant All our buildings are equipped with STPs (Sewage Treatment Plant) that enable 100% recycled water usage for HVAC & DG cooling, horticulture, and flushing. Moreover, at DLF Cyber City, Gurugram, the STP operates at a capacity of 7 million litres per day. *2024-25 annual internal data
SEWAGE TREATMENT PLANT
All our buildings are equipped with STPs (Sewage Treatment Plant) that enable 100% recycled water usage for HVAC & DG cooling, horticulture, and flushing. Moreover, at DLF Cyber City, Gurugram, the STP operates at a capacity of 7 million litres per day.
*2024-25 annual internal data
AIMING FOR ZERO NET CONSUMPTION
OF FRESH WATER
WATER EFFICIENCY
We use advanced STP (Sewage Treatment Plant) maintenance, and the plant operates at 95% efficiency, ensuring maximum reuse of water.
REDUCTION IN FRESH WATER CONSUMPTION
As per the National Building Code, the standard is 40L per person daily. DLF buildings use just 20-25L, cutting water use nearly in half.
SMART WATER MANAGEMENT AT EVERY DROP
- Meters & sub-meters track water use at every point • Low-flow taps with aerators cut flow by 50-60%
- Pressure-reducing valves used in high-rises
- Sprinkler & drip irrigation for lawns
- Sensor-based taps and urinals
- Waterless urinals in common areas
- Low Flow Dual flush systems (3 & 6L instead of the conventional 12.5L)
WASTE RECYCLING
5.1 Million KG waste recycled annually. Waste from our developments is sorted and recycled, while organic waste is composted for landscaping at our campuses.
REDUCE. REUSE. RECYCLE. COMPOST
Our Approach:
- Proper Waste Management: On-site waste segregation & vendor-managed recycling and disposal
- Complete Waste Stream Management: From e-waste to organic, everything's handled responsibly
- Organic Waste Composters installed convert wet waste to compost for horticulture
GREEN ENERGY GENERATION
3.9 Million KW green energy generated annually. Through strategic partnerships and infrastructure development, we are progressively transitioning to green energy.
- Roof top Solar Power Plants in majority of our buildings
- DLF Chennai is operating on 85% Green Power
- DLF Cyber City Hyderabad is operating on 100% Green Energy
- DLF Mall of India Noida is operating on 50% Green Power
SOLAR MODULES
3950 KW solar panel capacity
As part of our commitment to promoting progress with minimal carbon impact, we have installed solar energy systems across our developments nationwide.
EVERYDAY EFFICIENCY
Sustainability is integrated into every aspect of our buildings. Features such as photosensitive lighting and regenerative drive elevators assist our tenants in conserving energy in their daily operations.
SMART ENERGY SYSTEMS POWER OUR SUSTAINABLE VISION
- LEDs with Sensors: Energy-efficient LED lighting with motion and photocell sensors for optimized usage across internal and external spaces.
- Regenerative Elevators: Regen Drive elevators return braking energy to the building's grid, boosting efficiency and reducing heat waste.
- Automated Tube Cleaning System: This system ensures peak heat transfer efficiency without downtime, saving up to 3% energy per 1°C reduction in condenser approach temperature.
- High-Efficiency Pumps: Replacing conventional pumps with energy-efficient alternatives has reduced wattage by 15-40%, saving approx. 0.87 lakh kWh/unit/month.
- Maximized Natural Light: Large windows ensure abundant daylight, cutting down reliance on artificial lighting.
- Smart HVAC Systems: Energy-efficient HVAC units with smart thermostats use sensors and automation to ensure optimal indoor climate while minimizing energy waste.
- Passive Design Principles: Building orientation is optimized for sunlight and wind maximizing warmth in winter, minimizing heat in summer.
- Eg: Maximising solar gain in the winter and minimizing in summers using insulation to reduce heat transfer.
- Thermal Efficiency: High-performance insulation and energy-efficient windows reduce heat transfer, lower energy use, and extend HVAC lifespan.
Together, Let's Build a Sustainable Future!
As a trailblazer in meeting stringent standards in the real estate era, DLF Offices has been redefining the way businesses thrive in this fast-paced landscape.
With us, you're not just choosing a workspace; you're becoming a part of a green revolution that's shaping a sustainable tomorrow.
