Saint-Gobain, CEPT University Partner to Advance Sustainable Building Solutions in India

Ahmedabad, July 24, 2026: Saint-Gobain and CEPT University have entered into a strategic partnership to establish a Climate-Resilient Tech Commons Centre and strengthen research collaboration on sustainability, energy efficiency and wellbeing in the built environment.

The partnership combines Saint-Gobain's expertise in sustainable construction with CEPT University's academic and research capabilities to promote innovation, skill development and industry-academia collaboration in architecture, design, construction and urban development.

The proposed Tech Commons Centre will serve as a platform for building science research, prototyping, skill development and knowledge exchange. It will include dedicated hubs for Building Science and Climate Resilience, Urban Intelligence and Digital Twins, Computational Design and Visualisation, and Communications and Media, enabling students and researchers to work on practical solutions for sustainable construction.

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Speaking on the occasion, Sreedhar N., Senior Vice-President and CEO – Asia Pacific and India Region, Saint-Gobain, said, “Saint-Gobain’s sustainable solutions create climate-resilient building spaces that consume up to 40% less energy, reduce embodied carbon, improve circularity, enhance durability, deliver healthier and comfortable living spaces. Our aim is to advance sustainable and energy-efficient construction while placing well-being at the center. This shared vision is at the heart of our partnership with CEPT. Together, we will provide architecture students with a living lab for sustainable construction relevant to India’s unique needs and create awareness in the next generation of talent that will shape the future of India’s built environment for decades to come.”

Prof. Barjor Mehta, President, CEPT University, said, "Universities have a vital role in creating knowledge that addresses real-world challenges. Through the Tech Commons Centre (TCC) and our collaboration with Saint-Gobain, we're giving our students and faculty the chance to engage directly with building performance, sustainability and innovation. The TCC's four hubs — Building Science and Climate Resilience, Urban Intelligence and Digital Twins, Computational Design and Visualisation, and Communications and Media — along with shared facilities, will bring academic inquiry closer to professional practice and push the sustainable built environment."

According to Saint-Gobain, the collaboration supports the adoption of sustainable construction practices that improve energy efficiency, reduce carbon emissions and enhance occupant wellbeing. The company said its building solutions can reduce energy consumption by up to 40%, while improving thermal comfort, natural daylight, indoor air quality, acoustics and fire safety, contributing to India's broader sustainability and net-zero goals.