Rajasthan has accelerated its green construction initiatives with the release of a draft green building code in May 2026. According to reports from Business Standard, the framework establishes minimum energy efficiency standards and sustainability requirements for new commercial buildings. Rajasthan Renewable Energy Corporation (RREC) Chairman and Managing Director Rohit Gupta confirmed that suggestions were invited from public and stakeholders after the draft release to make the rules more practical and effective, with more than 50 suggestions received so far.
The draft code applies to commercial buildings with a built-up area of 2,000 square metres or more, a connected load of at least 100 kilowatts (kW), or a connected demand of 120 kilovolt-amperes (kVA) or more, as reported by Business Standard. The framework represents a significant expansion of green construction norms in the state, with officials indicating that for the first time, the draft Rules propose financial and technical incentives to encourage eco-friendly construction practices.
Under the proposed code, buildings must mandatorily reserve either 4 per cent of their contracted electricity demand or 50 per cent of their available rooftop area for solar or other renewable energy systems, according to Business Standard reports. The draft also includes dedicated parking and charging infrastructure for electric vehicles (EV), requiring EV charging facilities and parking spaces for 20 per cent of parking capacity. These requirements represent a comprehensive approach to sustainable building design and EV integration in commercial developments.
To ensure compliance, periodic inspections and approvals will be carried out by auditors under contract with the RREC, as reported by Business Standard. The draft rules also propose refundable security deposits and penalties to deter violations. RREC Chairman Rohit Gupta announced that an integrated online portal will be developed by the corporation to facilitate smooth implementation of all provisions. The framework represents a significant step toward green construction norms with clear enforcement mechanisms.
