The Times of India-Housing boom poses environmental challenge in Ahmedabad: Study
The construction and building sectors are projected to contribute more than half of the emissions from new buildings by 2050, according to a doctoral study conducted by Chaitali Joshi, a faculty member of MS University's department of architecture. The study, part of her PhD research, focuses on Ahmedabad as a case study.
The research estimates that to accommodate Ahmedabad's projected population of 12.43 million by 2050, an additional 3.1 million housing units will be required compared to the base year of 2015. This surge in construction will drive up demand for materials such as cement, steel, and bricks, significantly increasing CO2 emissions.
