Taj Wellington Mews Chennai, South Asia’s first luxury service residence managed by women, has been awarded the prestigious EDGE Zero Carbon Certification, a distinguished global recognition for sustainable buildings. The hotel also marks a historic milestone by becoming the first in South Asia to achieve the Zero Carbon certificate under EDGE (IFC - The World Bank). This accomplishment underscores the hotel’s ongoing commitment to environmental responsibility, in alignment with Indian Hotels Company Limited’s (IHCL) ESG+ framework, Paathya.

To earn this certification, Taj Wellington Mews Chennai achieved an EDGE Advanced rating, surpassing the required benchmarks of 40% energy savings and 20% savings in both water and materials. The property then qualified for the EDGE Zero Carbon rating by demonstrating net-zero on-site carbon emissions, reflecting a holistic focus on sustainability in design, construction, and daily operations.

Speaking on this milestone, Mandeep Kaur, General Manager, Taj Wellington Mews, Chennai, said, “We are immensely proud to achieve the EDGE Zero Carbon Certification, a recognition that underscores our commitment to sustainable luxury and responsible hospitality. It inspires us to further our commitment to the planet while delivering the timeless warmth and care that defines quintessential Tajness.”

EDGE (Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies) is a global green building certification system developed by the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, and issued by Sintali, the authorised EDGE certifier. The certification aligns with major global sustainability benchmarks, including GRESB, ICMA, CBI, and CDP, making it one of the most credible recognitions in the field of green building and sustainable finance.

This achievement positions Taj Wellington Mews Chennai as a leading sustainability benchmark in India’s hospitality industry and reinforces IHCL’s leadership in advancing eco-conscious practices across its portfolio of hotels.