Brigade Group and Gruhas have jointly launched India’s first real estate tech and sustainability-focused fund, aimed at supporting high-growth startups. The Rs 3 billion Earth Fund will invest in innovative solutions to address the pressing challenges in
Real EstateProptechSustainabilityEarth FundStartupsReal EstateMar 19, 2025

The Earth Fund is a Rs 3 billion real estate tech and sustainability-focused fund launched by Brigade Group and Gruhas. It aims to support high-growth startups with innovative solutions in the real estate and sustainability sectors.
The Earth Fund is a joint initiative by Brigade Group, a leading real estate developer in India, and Gruhas, a renowned real estate investment firm.
The Earth Fund will support startups focusing on PropTech and sustainability, including those working on smart home technologies, energy management systems, sustainable building materials, and waste management solutions.
Startups selected for the Earth Fund will receive financial backing, as well as access to mentorship programs, networking events, and opportunities to collaborate with established players in the real estate and construction industries.
Interested startups can visit the official Earth Fund website or reach out to the fund management team directly for more information on the application process. The selection will be based on the startups' ability to deliver sustainable and scalable solutions.

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