The Confederation of Indian Industry’s Indian Green Building Council (CII-IGBC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the University of Mysore to advance green education and develop industry-ready talent in the field of sustainable building practices. This partnership aims to introduce specialised training, certification programmes and real-time industry exposure for students pursuing architecture, engineering, design and environmental studies. The goal is to prepare young professionals who can contribute to India’s growing green building and sustainability sector.
Students often learn traditional building concepts, but green technology, renewable materials, carbon-neutral design and energy efficiency demand specialised knowledge. An industry-academia partnership like this can bridge that gap, ensuring students graduate with market-ready skills rather than struggling to learn them after entering the workforce. It also reflects how sustainability is becoming not just an environmental responsibility but a thriving career field that needs trained professionals.
MoU Signed to Build a New Generation of Green Professionals
The MoU was signed by:
- Prof. Lokanath N. K., Vice Chancellor, University of Mysore
- Mr. Vinod Maroli, Chairman, IGBC Mysuru Chapter
- Mr. Srihari D, Co-Chairman, IGBC Mysuru Chapter
The ceremony was attended by notable dignitaries including Smt. M. K. Savitha (Registrar), Prof. N. Nagaraja (Director & Registrar Evaluation), Mr. K. Sriram (IGBC Executive Board Member & Fellow), Mr. Somashekhar (Past IGBC Chairman), along with Prof. Shamsundar, Mr. Ramesh Kikkeri and Mr. Adithya Sajjan from IGBC Secretariat. Their presence highlighted the significance of this collaboration for the future of green education in India.
What This Partnership Will Offer Students
Through this initiative, students can expect:
- Curriculum integration of green building concepts
- Access to IGBC certification programmes
- Internships and training with industry experts
- Workshops, seminars and design challenges focused on sustainability
- Placement support in green building companies and allied sectors
This model will combine classroom teaching with hands-on industry learning.
Why Green Education Matters Today
Sustainable building is one of the fastest-growing sectors in India. The country has:
- Over 10 billion sq. ft of IGBC registered green building space
- Increasing demand for certified green building professionals
- Government policies promoting eco-friendly infrastructure
Students who are trained early in green technologies can contribute to low-carbon cities, energy-efficient infrastructure and climate-responsive design.
How This MoU Strengthens Industry-Academia Collaboration
The agreement ensures:
- Industry experts participate directly in teaching
- Universities stay updated with latest sustainability standards
- Research projects align with real-world green building challenges
- Students gain globally recognised certifications in emerging technologies
Such collaboration helps colleges move beyond theoretical education and produce professionals who can immediately contribute to the industry.
