
“The library provides a safe and progressive environment for learning, and also showcases the integration of environmental responsibility with community needs, setting a benchmark for sustainable public infrastructure,” commented Alok Yadav, IAS, Vice Chairman, JDA.
Deepak Rai, MD, BOOTES, stated, “The Jhansi Library, which operates on renewable energy with advanced lighting and cooling systems, is 100% energy efficient. It has achieved a notable 29% reduction in water usage due to rainwater harvesting and greywater recycling systems. Additionally, by sourcing sustainable materials locally, we have succeeded in reducing the embodied carbon footprint of materials by 34%.”