Birla Estates Private Limited (BEPL), a wholly owned subsidiary of Aditya Birla Real Estate Limited (formerly Century Textiles and Industries Limited), has been honoured as a Sector Leader in the 2025 GRESB Real Estate Assessment, securing top positions across global and regional categories.
Key Recognitions
- Global Sector Leader – Residential
- Global Sector Leader – Non-Listed Residential
- Regional Sector Leader – Asia – Residential
- Regional Sector Leader – Non-Listed Asia – Residential
These distinctions highlight Birla Estates’ exemplary Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) performance and its leadership in sustainable real estate development worldwide and across Asia.
Leadership Comment
Mr. K. T. Jithendran, MD & CEO of Birla Estates, said:
“We are proud to be recognised as a global and regional Sector Leader by GRESB. This achievement reflects our unwavering commitment to integrating sustainability principles into every aspect of our business — from responsible design and construction to operational excellence. At Birla Estates, sustainability is not just a metric; it is a core value that drives long-term value creation for our customers, communities, and stakeholders.”
GRESB Performance Highlights
GRESB (Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark) is the world’s leading ESG benchmark for real assets, used by over 150 institutional and financial investors.
Birla Estates delivered outstanding scores in the 2025 assessment:
- 100/100 (5-star) – Development Benchmark
- 94/100 (5-star) – Standing Investment Benchmark
A 5-star GRESB rating places a company in the top 20% globally, indicating best-in-class sustainability performance.
- The Development Benchmark evaluates ESG practices in assets under planning and construction.
- The Standing Investment Benchmark assesses ESG performance of operational assets.
Sustainability Achievements
Birla Estates’ GRESB results reflect strong environmental and social impact across its portfolio:
- 100% of operational and under-construction assets are green-building certified (IGBC, LEED Gold/Platinum).
- All operational assets have BEE energy performance ratings.
- ISO 14001 certification achieved across BEPL and operational sites.
- 65% of waste from operational assets is recycled.
- 50% of water in operational assets is reused via onsite treatment.
- Renewable energy integration: onsite solar at all construction sites and offsite renewable sourcing for operational assets.
Benefits for Customers and Occupants
High GRESB performance translates into tangible value for end-users:
- Reduced utility costs due to high energy and water efficiency.
- Better living and working conditions through improved air and water quality.
- Higher satisfaction and retention, supported by strong engagement and feedback systems.