In today's evolving landscape, the urgent imperative for environmental compliance and adherence to sustainability principles has never been clearer. This includes addressing ESG aspects, necessitating collective action from corporations and individuals to embrace green practices. Targets such as achieving net zero emissions require concerted efforts and Astha Design and Sustainable Consultancy, led by Ar. Sucheta Mehetre, is committed to this cause. With over 15 years of expertise, the mission is to create world-class spaces that integrate aesthetic appeal with genuine sustainability. By prioritizing flexibility, adaptability, and innovative measures tailored to each project's unique requirements, the firm strives to optimize energy consumption and drive positive impact on a larger scale.
“Astha, founded in 2017, has seamlessly executed pan-India projects since its inception, leveraging extensive experience gained from prior employment. Originally focused on green building consulting, we have recently expanded our scope to include design and sustainability services, reflecting a strategic shift towards addressing ESG factors. This transition underscores our commitment to innovation and leadership in sustainable practices within the architectural industry", speaks Sucheta.
Driving Sustainability
Astha specializes in integrating green building concepts, services, and elegant designs to provide smart, sustainable solutions.
With a focus on optimizing energy consumption, the firm manages all aspects of green building certification, from facilitation to documentation.
Astha, well-versed in various green rating systems such as USGBC LEED, IGBC, EDGE, GRHA, GEMS and WELL, assists businesses in achieving global green standards through design excellence and sustainable technologies. Astha's specialized consultancy services extend beyond traditional guidance, aiming to bridge the gap between vendors, researchers, and innovators in the market. By linking vendors offering innovative solutions—such as energy and water conservation measures— to end users, firms facilitate practical implementation beyond mere recommendations.
Adding on Sucheta, states, “This proactive approach, beyond our conventional scope, ensures that green measures are not just documented but effectively integrated into operations. Our commitment lies in guiding clients even beyond the consulting phase, connecting them with reliable vendors and subject matter experts to address maintenance and operational challenges effectively. Ultimately, our goal is to ensure that sustainability initiatives are successfully implemented and maintained throughout the operational lifecycle.”
Moreover, Astha caters to architecture, project management, green design, and audits, offering comprehensive services that integrate sustainability seamlessly into projects. With 18 years of experience as green building consultants, it prioritize embedding green measures into architectural design from the outset. As project management consultants, company ensures not only coordination and adherence to timelines but also the integration of environmental considerations, optimizing efficiency. Its role as green building consultants adds value by providing pre-construction simulation results, enabling informed decisions to optimize energy, time, and material consumption. This holistic approach ensures efficient project management and sustainability integration, enhancing overall project success.
Furthermore, Astha R&D focuses on conducting precise experiments led by subject-matter experts. The firm explores the potential of emerging materials like bamboo and linen for diverse applications, including architectural projects. Engaging in collaboration with external entities guarantees the empirical evidence that supports the research. Astha's commitment to innovation drives it to deliver cutting-edge solutions and shape the industry's future.
In conclusion, Astha aims to revolutionize the building industry and corporate sector by focusing on key consumption verticals such as energy and material usage. By adopting a holistic approach, Astha emphasizes addressing issues at the source level, particularly in the design and coordination stages. This vision extends beyond geographical limitations, as the parameters for sustainability remain consistent globally. Astha's focus on energy, material, and water usage positions it to become an expert in sustainable practices within the building industry and corporate sustainability sector. Astha envisions contributing to global targets such as achieving net-zero emissions, through renewable energy sources like solar power.
