World University of Design’s student awarded IGBC accredited professional title
University prepares their First Green Building Professional
Srinagar, July 21: World University of Design (WUD) is rejoicing as their fourth-year student of the School of Architecture, Ramisa Yasmin, has been awarded the prestigious title of IGBC Accredited Professional – Associate by the Indian Green Building Council of India.
An official spokesperson said the achievement marks a significant milestone for WUD as it proudly welcomes its first certified green architect.
He said the university's commitment to sustainability, aligned with the NEP 2020 guidelines, has led to the initiation of various Sustainability Goals, fostering a greener and brighter future for both the students and the world at large.
The establishment of an IGBC student chapter on campus further reinforces their dedication to promoting sustainable ideologies among the undergraduates, preparing them to be leaders in building a more eco-friendly nation and world.
Dr. Sanjay Gupta, the Vice Chancellor of WUD, expressed his delight and emphasized the importance of sustainability in the global context. As the world grapples with depleting resources, WUD stands as a beacon of hope, believing that true progress can only be achieved when it embraces the harmonious coexistence of nature and development.
“Nothing is more delightful than watching one’s fledgling soar to heights. World University of Design experienced something similar as their fourth year student of School of Architecture – Ms. Ramisa Yasmin has been awarded with the title of IGBC Accredited Professional – Associate by the Indian Green Building Council of India,” spokesperson said in the statement.
The achievement added yet another feather in WUD’s hat, giving them their first certified green architect. Abiding by NEP 2020 guidelines, WUD, since its inception has employed and adopted various Sustainability Goals so as to not just help students build rewarding careers but also contribute in the making of a greener and brighter future.
“As part of this intent, the School of Architecture initiated an IGBC student chapter on campus encouraging undergraduates to observe sustainable ideologies, providing them with an ecosystem that intrinsically conditions their minds to think ‘green’ while building the nation and henceforth, the world,” reads the statement issued by the University.
Honoured with the recognition, Dr. Sanjay Gupta – Vice Chancellor, WUD shared his views as, “Sustainability is the strongest driving force today all over the world and at WUD we will be making all efforts to make it a part of our academic ecosystem. Very happy to share our first Green Building Professional, our fourth year Architecture student, Ramisa Yasmin. Congratulations to her and to the School of Architecture that took up the initiative of starting the IGBC student chapter here.”
