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"The greatest threat to our planet is the belief that someone else will save it." Well said by Robert Swa. This research paper focuses on this belief that we need to pay attention towards green initiative for environment conservation and energy efficiency as it is very essential for earth for long term sustainability. PCMC (Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Co-orporation) has planned to spend Rs. 5000 crores on Green projects. One of Greenest and first in India Corporate Campus in World is Suzlon One earth situated in Magarpatta road, Hadapsar, Pune. This Campus is completely relying on renewable energy sources, utilizing a combination of hybrid wind turbines, solar panels, and photovoltaic cells for power generation. This studies depicts importance of green building initiative and by 2025, the majority of residential areas in PCMC are expected to transition into selfsustaining real estate developments. The PCNTDA (Pimpri Chinchwad New Town Development Authority) has outlined a structured, forwardthinking, and eco-conscious approach to real estate development in PCMC. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The design of healthcare facilities significantly affects patient outcomes, well-being, and environmental sustainability. With growing concerns over climate change and resource scarcity, there is an increasing demand to incorporate eco-friendly building concepts and healing design principles into hospital design in India. This review synthesizes recent research to explore the application of these approaches in the Indian healthcare context. Eco-friendly healthcare facilities emphasize energy efficiency, water conservation, waste management, use of renewable energy sources, and eco-friendly building materials. These sustainable practices offer environmental and economic benefits such as reduced operational costs, diminished ecological impact, and improved patient experiences. Healing architecture principles, including day lighting, natural ventilation, healing gardens, and the integration of natural elements, aim to create therapeutic environments that promote patient recovery and well-being. Studies from Indian hospitals that have implemented green design practices and healing architecture elements demonstrate the feasibility and positive outcomes of these strategies. The review examines the challenges and barriers to implementing green hospitals and healing architecture in India, such as resource constraints, regulatory compliance, and lack of awareness. Evaluation frameworks like GRIHA (Green Rating for Integrated Habitat Assessment) are discussed as tools for assessing and enhancing environmental sustainability in Indian hospital infrastructure. By integrating recent research with best practices, this review provides an understanding of green hospitals and healing architecture in the Indian context, highlighting their significance in creating sustainable, patient-centered healthcare facilities that prioritize both environmental stewardship and patient recovery. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]