Q. Which Railway Station was recently awarded the ‘Green Railway Station’ certification with the highest rating of Platinum by the Indian Green Building Council?
Answer:
Vijaywada Railway Station, Andhra Pradesh
Notes: Vijayawada Railway Station achieved the prestigious 'Green Railway Station' certification, receiving the highest Platinum rating from the Indian Green Building Council (IGBC), a division of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) founded in 2001. IGBC serves as India's foremost certification body, offering services such as green building rating programs, certification, and training. They host the annual Green Building Congress and actively participate in global discussions on environmental issues. The station's rating considers six key environmental categories: sustainable facilities, health and sanitation, energy and water efficiency, smart and green initiatives, and innovation. IGBC's headquarters are located in Hyderabad.