The Surat Diamond Bourse (SDB) in Ahmedabad is an endorsement of India's resolve to adopt sustainable building practises
In a ground-breaking feat of sustainable design, the Surat Diamond Bourse (SDB) in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India, has claimed the title of the world's largest office building, surpassing even the Pentagon. Boasting over 7.1 million square feet of space, the SDB sets new architectural grandeur and environmental consciousness standards.
The SDB, with its 4,500 offices and 130+ elevators sprawled across a passage exceeding 22 kilometres, symbolises India's commitment to solar power integration, standing as a towering milestone in the country's renewable energy journey.
Aligning with the principles of Panchtattva—harmony with the five elements of nature—the SDB achieves a remarkable feat by consuming 50 percent less energy, registering an impressive 45 kWh/sq.m./year compared to industry benchmarks of 110 kWh/sq.m./year. This achievement has earned the building the prestigious Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) Platinum rating.
The innovative solar integration led by URON Energy is integral to this environmental triumph. The solar project, one of the world's highest solar energy-generating rooftop projects, showcases ground-breaking features.
From India's largest floating foundation rooftop solar project to a 100 percent puncture solar installation at unprecedented heights, the project utilises over 545 tonnes of RMC, 37+ tonnes of HDG mounting structures, and incorporates unique 3rd generation inverter technology.
The solar panels generate energy from both the front and back sides, maximising efficiency. The waterless robotic cleaning solutions deployed across this building further contribute to sustainability by conserving water and optimising energy generation.