IHCL hotels in Delhi-NCR celebrate triple milestone of environmental stewardship

New Delhi, 21^stMarch 2025:Leading the way in environmental stewardship,IHCL hotels in Delhi-NCRcelebrate a triple milestone asWorld Water Day and Earth Hourcoincide on March 22, 2025—the same day that marks theanniversary of Paathya, IHCL's industry-leading ESG++ framework. This convergence highlights IHCL’s commitment to resource conversation and community social responsibility across Delhi-NCR properties, setting new standards for the industry through innovative practices and measureable results. 

AtTaj Mahal, New Delhi, which is proudlyLEED Platinum and EarthCheck Platinum certified, water conservation efforts have achieved remarkable success, with recycling efficiency increasing from53% to 80%this fiscal year and an impressive 98% of treated water now being reused. The hotel’s chemical-free water recyclingEffluent Treatment Plant (ETP)treats and recycles upto60,000 litersof laundry wastewater daily, significantly reducing its dependence on freshwater sources. Complementing this is the hotel’sin-house bottling plantthat replaces thousands of plastic bottles with elegant reusable glass alternatives. Additionally, the hotel's400 KLD Sewage Treatment Plant(STP)uses eco-friendly biological processes instead of chemicals, creating high-quality water for gardens and cooling systems. Beyond its walls, Taj Mahal, New Delhi is partnering withlocal NGOsto bring clean drinking water to underserved communities througheducational sessions and the installation of sustainable water purifiers.

With the finest equipment and most advanced technology, theWater Treatment and Bottling PlantatTaj Palace, New Delhiproduces the highest quality of drinking water through a three-step process of reverse osmosis, ozonation and UV technology. Water conservation measures extend throughout the property with altered aerators and sensor-based taps in public areas achieving80-85% water savings. The hotel’s advancedETPrecycles laundry water, conserving upto80 KL daily,while theupgraded STP withMBR technologytreats upto450 KLDof water which is used for cooling towers, horticulture and flashing purposes. To reduce energy and water usage, the hotel uses anindigenous condensate heat recovery systemthatrepurposes steam from the laundry for hot water generation. A700-meter dedicated pipelineensures treated water reaches landscaping areas outside the hotel property,maximizing the use of recycled water resources.

At theEarthCheck Platinum certifiedTaj Surajkund Resort & Spa, Delhi NCRsustainability is an intrinsic part of daily operations. The hotel recycles3,500 KLof water monthly through its advanced treatment facilities likeSTP and ETP. This reclaimed water nourishes the resort’s lush gardens and supplements cooling systems. Throughout the property,thoughtfully designed water-saving fixtureslike dual-flush toilets, sensor-based mixers, and aerators in showerheads are installed to preserve resources without compromising guest comfort. The resort’s in-house bottling plant further reinforces its dedication towards reducing both water waste and plastic use by efficiently processing14 KLof water.

Taj Damdama Lake Resort & Spa, Gurugramis expanding its sustainability footprint with three innovative water conservation initiatives. The resort's comprehensiveSTP recyclingprogram redirects treated wastewater to cooling towers, irrigation, and cleaning operations. Anin-house water bottling plantis currently being installed, while the implementation ofsensor-operated hand wash stationsthroughout the property ensures optimal water usage through touch-free technology. Additionally,The Connaught New Delhi – IHCL SeleQtionsandAmbassador New Delhi – IHCL SeleQtionssource up to 10% of their energy from PV solar power and utilize recycled water for guest room flushing, promoting sustainable operations.

In observance ofEarth Hour,IHCL properties across Delhi-NCR will hostcandlelight experienceslikemini-concerts and candlelight jazzfor their guests, creating immersive experiences whileinspiring guests and employees to embrace sustainable practices through awareness campaigns. In a creative display of sustainable innovation,Taj Mahal, New Delhi’sengineering team will present akinetic-energy powered lightinginstallation– cycling to generate light – within the unique setting of a sustainable village.

As the hospitality industry evolves to meet new environmental challenges, IHCL's Delhi NCR properties showcase how luxury hospitality can implement meaningful solutions that safeguard resources for future generations.