The Exemplary Performance Awards, organized annually by the GRIHA Council, recognize projects that demonstrate outstanding commitment to sustainable building performance. The awards provide recognition, credibility, visibility, and opportunities, while encouraging continuous improvement in sustainable development.
Projects are evaluated across key sustainability parameters, including passive architectural design, energy management, sustainable building materials and technologies, integrated water management, resource efficiency, and overall environmental performance.
About
GRIHA registered projects.
7 categories- Passive architecture design
- Energy management
- Sustainable building materials /technologies
- Integrated water management
- Renewable energy utilization
- Site management (During construction)
- Construction workers health and safety (During construction)
The following categories are open for all projects irrespective of rating.
3 categories- Decarbonizing Habitat Programme
- Existing Day Schools
- Existing Buildings
Benefits
National-level recognition: The award gives the project visibility and recognition for its exceptional green-building performance.
Demonstrates sustainability leadership: It establishes that the project has gone beyond basic compliance and implemented effective.
Professional and industry visibility: Award-winning projects are showcased through GRIHA's events and communications, providing opportunities for knowledge sharing and industry exposure.
Encourages innovation: It motivates project teams to adopt innovative technologies, design approaches, materials, and operational strategies for better environmental performance.
Note
The Exemplary Performance Award is different from the normal GRIHA rating. A GRIHA rating evaluates overall project performance, whereas an Exemplary Performance Award highlights exceptional achievement in particular sustainability categories.