ITC Gardenia, Bengaluru; hotel that received the USGBC LEED Platinum rating in 2009; marks a new milestone on World Environment Day with the inauguration of a newly commissioned solar farm in Jagalur, Karnataka.
Clean Energy for a Greener Future
Managed and operated by ITC Gardenia, the 6.3 MW solar farm will power all ITC Hotels in Bengaluru. This bold step further strengthens the hotel’s commitment to sustainability and aligns with global efforts to combat climate change.
Recognition for Environmental Leadership
True to its ethos, ITC Gardenia is among the world’s first hotels to achieve the USGBC LEED Zero Carbon Certification. In 2024, it was also recognised for excellence in energy efficiency by the CII for its efforts in renewable energy use, water efficiency, low-carbon strategies, and waste management.
A Living Symbol of Responsible Luxury
ITC Gardenia has been the starting point for ITC Hotels’ Responsible Luxury journey. Designed as a model of environmental stewardship, the hotel integrates eco-consciousness into its luxury offerings. With its wind-cooled atrium lobby, vertical gardens, and the verdant Lotus Pavilion featuring a grass-covered living roof, the hotel reflects Bengaluru’s legacy as India’s Garden City.
Sustainability at the Core of Guest Experience
Reaffirming its environmental vision, ITC Gardenia continues to offer memorable guest experiences rooted in efficient sustainability, harnessing natural elements in a setting that blends inspiration with innovation.
