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Nyrika Holkar from Godrej Enterprises asserts that modernizing outdated building codes is vital for achieving low-carbon construction in India, where 70% of buildings expected by 2050 are yet to be constructed. She stresses the opportunity to design climate-resilient infrastructure and the necessity of integrating lifecycle emissions, water stress, and material circularity into regulations.

Holkar warns against relying solely on air-conditioning to combat urban heat, advocating for design-based solutions. She also emphasizes the importance of circular economy practices in construction and the development of green supply chains, targeting an 80% green sourcing by 2032. Additionally, she highlights the value of natural ecosystems like mangroves for climate resilience.