Goyal Urges Real Estate Sector to Embrace Eco-Friendly Construction Practices

Union Minister Piyush Goyal has called on real estate developers to adopt environment-friendly construction techniques and focus on affordable rental housing to curb urban slum proliferation.

Real EstateEnvironmentfriendlyAffordable HousingCredaiNpaReal Estate MaharashtraNov 25, 2024

Goyal Urges Real Estate Sector to Embrace Eco-Friendly Construction Practices
Real Estate Maharashtra:Amid growing concerns over high pollution levels in the national capital, Union Minister Piyush Goyal urged real estate developers to embrace environment-friendly construction techniques. Speaking at the 25th foundation day of CREDAI, the Confederation of Real Estate Developers' Associations of India, Goyal also suggested that CREDAI set up a task force to study the adverse impact of construction activities on air quality in 20 major cities.

Established in 1999, CREDAI is a significant body with over 13,000 members across the country. The organization plays a pivotal role in shaping the real estate sector and promoting best practices among its members.

Goyal emphasized the need for better construction methods, such as using steel and precast fabrication, to reduce pollution. \

Frequently Asked Questions

What did Union Minister Piyush Goyal urge real estate developers to do?

Piyush Goyal urged real estate developers to adopt environment-friendly construction techniques and focus on affordable rental housing to curb urban slum proliferation.

What is CREDAI and when was it established?

CREDAI, the Confederation of Real Estate Developers' Associations of India, was established in 1999 and has over 13,000 members across the country. It plays a significant role in shaping the real estate sector.

Why did Goyal suggest setting up a task force to study the impact of construction on air quality?

Goyal suggested setting up a task force to study the adverse impact of construction activities on air quality in 20 major cities to understand and address pollution issues in metropolitan areas.

What are the benefits of using steel and precast fabrication in construction?

Using steel and precast fabrication in construction can help reduce pollution, speed up the construction process, and provide better quality construction.

What is the role of RERA in the real estate sector?

RERA, the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, has helped eliminate bad developers from the market and enhanced consumer confidence by ensuring timely delivery of properties.

Related News Articles

Revolutionizing India's Commercial Real Estate: Worldmark's Ambitious Vision
Real Estate Mumbai

Revolutionizing India's Commercial Real Estate: Worldmark's Ambitious Vision

Bharti Real Estate's Worldmark brand is set to elevate India's commercial real estate sector with its futuristic developments in Aerocity, New Delhi.

August 28, 2024
Read Article
Kering Completes Sale of Majority Stake in Prime Parisian Real Estate Assets to Ardian
Real Estate

Kering Completes Sale of Majority Stake in Prime Parisian Real Estate Assets to Ardian

Kering has successfully completed the sale of a majority stake in its prime Parisian real estate assets to Ardian, a leading global investment firm. This strategic move positions Kering to focus more on its core luxury brands while optimizing its portfolio.

March 28, 2025
Read Article
Pune Real Estate Market Remains Steady Despite Property Registration Dip
Real Estate Maharashtra

Pune Real Estate Market Remains Steady Despite Property Registration Dip

Pune's real estate market has shown resilience in stamp duty collections despite an 8% year-on-year decrease in property registrations in January 2025, highlighting the market's stability and potential for future growth.

February 25, 2025
Read Article
MahaRERA Mandates Prominent Display of Registration Details in Housing Ads
Real Estate Pune

MahaRERA Mandates Prominent Display of Registration Details in Housing Ads

Pune: The Maharashtra Real Estate Regulatory Authority (MahaRERA) has issued a circular requiring developers to prominently display their registration details in all housing advertisements.

April 10, 2025
Read Article
India's Largest Property Expo: HOMETHON 2024 Returns with Exclusive Offers
real estate news

India's Largest Property Expo: HOMETHON 2024 Returns with Exclusive Offers

NAREDCO's HOMETHON Property Expo 2024 promises to be the largest real estate event in India, featuring over 1,000 premium projects and attractive home loan offers.

September 24, 2024
Read Article
Actress Sonakshi Sinha Sells Her Mumbai Flat
Real Estate Mumbai

Actress Sonakshi Sinha Sells Her Mumbai Flat

According to property registration documents reviewed by Square Yards, one of India's leading real estate platforms, actress Sonakshi Sinha has recently sold her flat in Mumbai.

February 3, 2025
Read Article