Flipkart Group’s Bengaluru Headquarters Achieves Prestigious Platinum LEED Certification for Operations and Maintenance

Bengaluru, Feb 11: Flipkart, India’s homegrown e-commerce marketplace, has earned the Platinum certification under the LEED Operations and Maintenance: Interior (O+M) rating system for its headquarters at Embassy Tech Village, Bengaluru. Awarded by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), this globally recognized certification represents the highest level of LEED recognition for sustainable building operations.

The certification validates Flipkart’s rigorous, data-driven approach to energy efficiency, water stewardship, waste management, and indoor environmental quality, reflecting measurable reductions in emissions, energy consumption, and waste through targeted operational interventions. Notably, Myntra’s headquarters has also earned Platinum certification from the CII-IGBC, demonstrating the Group’s unified commitment to operational sustainability.

Nishant Gupta, Head of Sustainability, Flipkart Group, commented:

“Sustainability is reflected in the choices we make every day in how we operate, use energy, manage water, and handle waste. LEED Platinum certification for our headquarters validates the operational changes we have implemented to reduce our environmental footprint while creating a healthier, more efficient workplace. We see this achievement as both a responsibility and an opportunity to replicate proven best practices across Flipkart’s other offices and facilities.”

Peter Templeton, President and CEO, USGBC, added:

“LEED is a transformative tool that ensures buildings achieve high performance, improve human health, and protect the environment. By prioritizing sustainability, Flipkart is leading its industry and helping USGBC move toward our goal of green buildings for everyone within this generation.”

Key Operational Interventions & Impact

• Tech-Led Energy Efficiency: IoT-enabled air-conditioning systems dynamically adjust cooling based on occupancy, resulting in electricity savings of over 115,000 units in CY25 compared to CY24.

• Renewable Energy Integration: The headquarters sources green energy via the grid from a 100 MW solar power plant, supplemented by solar-powered lighting in common areas.

• Closed-Loop Water Systems: Nearly 60% of wastewater is recycled, supported by a 300 KL rainwater storage tank and low-flow fixtures.

• Zero-Waste to Landfill: Daily waste output reduced by 55%, from 900kg to 400kg, with 100% of remaining waste diverted from landfills through composting, recycling, and advanced processing.

Creating a Conscious Culture

Flipkart’s certification also recognizes initiatives to embed sustainability into employee behavior. Programs such as the ‘Trashy No More’ training module and dedicated infrastructure for EVs and cycling ensure employees actively participate in the company’s climate roadmap.

This LEED Platinum recognition reinforces Flipkart Group’s commitment to resource efficiency, low-carbon operations, and waste elimination, setting a benchmark for sustainable practices across India’s corporate ecosystem.