(HYBRID MODE)

GREEN ECONOMY & VERTICAL CITIES:

RESILIENT SOLUTIONS FOR A
SUSTAINABLE FUTURE

SPONSORED BY ICSSR
ORGANISED BY:
Department of Economics
Gargi College
University of Delhi

MARCH 1, 2025 GARGI COLLEGE

Website: gargicollege.in
Email: [email protected]

Prof. Sangeeta Bhatia Dr. Rachna Mathur

Principal (Offg.) Convenor
 ABOUT THE CONFERENCE
This conference highlights India’s commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by
2070 and its broader vision of Viksit Bharat@2047. The theme, "Green Economy
and Vertical Heights," focuses on integrating sustainable urban development with
economic growth, emphasizing green infrastructure, renewable energy, and
innovative vertical city designs. It seeks to address challenges like climate change,
resource optimization, and rapid urbanization.

The conference aims to bring together policymakers, academics, industry experts,

and environmentalists to discuss strategies for reducing carbon footprints while
fostering economic progress. Topics will include green finance, eco-friendly
technologies, waste management, and resilient city planning. By emphasizing
India’s role in global climate leadership, the event underscores how sustainable
urbanization and a green economy are critical to realizing a prosperous, climate-
resilient, and sustainable future by 2047.

ABOUT THE COLLEGE

Gargi College, a premier institution under the University of Delhi, is renowned for
its excellence in academics, extracurriculars, and holistic development since
1967. It offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs across diverse
disciplines, including sciences, commerce, and humanities. The college has a
vibrant campus equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, a dedicated faculty,
and an inclusive environment fostering innovation and learning. Accredited with
an 'A+' grade by NAAC, Gargi College emphasizes empowering women through
quality education. It hosts numerous cultural, academic, and environmental
initiatives, making it a hub for talent and intellectual growth. The college
continues to uphold its legacy of producing socially responsible and skilled
individuals.

DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMICS
The Department of Economics at Gargi College, University of Delhi, is renowned for
its academic excellence and pursuit. Established in 1967, the pioneer members of
the department laid a robust foundation, leveraging their expertise and diligence.
This tradition of hard work has been enthusiastically carried forward by the
current faculty members. The prestige and fame of the department can be
attributed to its continuous efforts and progressive outlook. Our well-qualified and
knowledgeable faculty provide an exceptional academic environment, fostering
research and innovation. This vibrant atmosphere enables students to achieve
outstanding success.
 SUB-THEMES
HIGH RISE GREEN BUILDINGS: INNOVATIONS AND CHALLENGES
Design and architecture of High-Rise Green Buildings.
Green building certifications and standards (e.g., LEED, IGBC, GRIHA).
Sustainable building design models and practices like Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)
and Building Information Modelling (BIM).
Retrofitting existing buildings for improved energy performance.

GREEN ENERGY SOLUTIONS

Transitioning from fossil fuels to renewable energy: Challenges and opportunities.
Role of green energy in reducing carbon footprints and achieving net-zero targets.
Integration of renewable energy systems (solar, wind, geothermal) in buildings in
rural and urban areas.
Emerging technologies in energy storage and grid management.
Regional approaches for addressing energy poverty and ensuring accessibility.

FINANCE FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT

Green finance for ensuring sustainable growth.
ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) criteria in financial decision-making.
Green insurance and risk management strategies in sustainable finance.
Role of Green Bonds in Sustainable Finance.
Role of international and national financial institutions in supporting green growth.
Crowdfunding and microfinance for small-scale green energy initiatives.

SUSTAINABILITY AND POLICY FRAMEWORKS

Urban planning policies and government incentives for green projects.
Strategies for climate change adaptation and mitigation.
Public-private partnerships (PPPs) for urban development.
Regulatory Frameworks against Greenwashing.
Policy Frameworks for Carbon Footprint Mitigation.

INNOVATIVE STRUCTURAL SYSTEMS

Rainwater harvesting and greywater recycling systems in high-rise buildings.
Strategies for improving Indoor Environment Quality (IEQ) through air quality,
natural lighting, and thermal comfort.
Biophilic design principles in high-rise architecture.
Green roofs and vertical gardens as urban biodiversity enhancers.
Strategies for disaster risk reduction in urban planning.

SOCIAL DIMENSIONS OF SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT

Community engagement and the role of local stakeholders in green projects.
Green job creation and skill development in renewable energy and finance sectors.
Social equity and inclusive policies for green energy.

HEALTH AND WELL-BEING IN URBAN ENVIRONMENTS

Impact of green spaces on urban health and mental well-being.
Addressing public health challenges through sustainable urban design.
 CALL FOR EXTENDED
ABSTRACTS SUBMISSION
Interested author(s) are requested to submit their extended abstract (mentioning
the purpose of the study, methodology, findings & keywords) of their original
research contribution through the registration link latest by January 28th, 2025.
Authors are advised to submit not more than two abstracts.

The abstract of the paper should be typed in Times New Roman (12 Font Size) with
1.5 spacing. The corresponding author will be informed through e-mail about the
acceptance of the abstract. Thereafter, the contributors will be expected to pay
their registration fee by February 10, 2025 through the portal.

GUIDELINES FOR PAPER SUBMISSION

The full paper submitted should be the original work of the author(s) & not be
previously published or under review with any academic publication. It should not
exceed 8000 words (including the title page, abstract, main text, figures, tables,
graphs, and references). References should align with the APA (American
Psychological Association) Guidelines. The paper should be sent as a Microsoft
Word Document by February 10, 2025.

IMPORTANT HIGHLIGHTS
AWARDS
Best Paper Award for each technical session.
Young Scholar Award from participants/ research scholars below 35 years of
age.
Certificates of Appreciation will be awarded to all the delegates who present
their papers.

PUBLICATION OPPORTUNITIES
Research papers presented at the conference will be compiled and published
in the book.
Few selected papers will get an opportunity for publication in UGC
Care/Scopus-listed journals.

REGISTRATION FEE (NON-REFUNDABLE)

All the participants (paper presenters and delegates) attending the
conference are required to register for the conference.
Author(s) submitting more than one paper need to pay the registration fee for
each paper separately.
 IMPORTANT DATES
International Conference Date March 1, 2025

Last Date for Submission of Extended Abstract January 28, 2025

Link: https://forms.gle/HWyMPX39eCCqMMin6
February 10, 2025
After Acceptance Registration Fees Deadline

Payment Details: State Bank of India, Gargi College, Siri Fort Road, New Delhi.
Bank Account no: 43499931022, IFS Code: SBIN0010444

Note: Upload the screenshot of the payment on the following link:

https://forms.gle/D5TJcTkjFCeimgVw7

FEE STRUCTURE
ON OR BEFORE AFTER FEBRUARY 10,
CONFERENCE DELEGATES
FEBRUARY 10, 2025 2025

Indian Delegates INR 1000 INR 1500

Research scholars and

University of Delhi Delegates INR 500 INR 1000

International Delegates USD 100 USD 150

International Students/
Research Scholars USD 50 USD 75

Institutional/ Corporate
INR 2000 INR 3000
Delegates

ABSTRACT SUBMISSION FEE PAYMENT

NOTE: NO ACCOMMODATION WILL BE PROVIDED

In case of any query, kindly contact
E-mail: [email protected]; Ph: +91 9990248466
MEMBERS OF EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
PATRON
PROF. SANGEETA BHATIA
(Principal, Offg.)

CO-PATRON
PROF. AMIT KUMAR SINGH
(Professor, Dept. of Commerce, DSE)

CO-ORDINATOR
DR. SWETA MISHRA
(Teacher-in-Charge)

CONVENOR
DR. RACHNA MATHUR

CO-CONVENORS
PROF. SWATI RAJPUT (SBSC)
PROF. B.P SAHOO (SGBT Khalsa college)
DR. ABHIJIT RASTOGI (SPA, New Delhi)

COLLEGE ORGANISING COMMITTEE

DR. JYOTI MAVI
DR. TANJOT SINGH
MS. NISHTHA SADANA
MS. GARIMA GOEL
MS. GUNJAN TUTEJA
MS. NIVEDITA MULLICK
DR. SAURABH KUMAR SRIVASTAVA
MR. HARIKESH MAURYA
MR. RAVINDER KUMAR MEENA
 INTERNATIONAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Prof Tajuddin Khan, Department of Business Admin. & Economics, Roanoke College, Virginia.
Dr A K M Nazrul Islam, Deputy Director, BIDS Graduate School of Economics (BGSE), Adjunct
Associate Professor, Department of Economics, University of Dhaka.
Dr Gagan Kukreja, Department of Accounting, College of Business Administration, University of
Bahrain.
Dr Vikas Arya, Rabat Business School (AACSB Accredited), International University of Rabat,
Morocco.
Hang Phan, Chairperson ICF Certified Coach, Sustainability Consultant, Vietnam Green Building
Council.

NATIONAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE

Prof. Paramjit, Department of Economics, Delhi School of Economics, University of Delhi.
Prof. Surender Kumar, Department of Economics, Delhi School of Economics, University of Delhi.
Prof. Ram Singh, Director, Department of Economics, Delhi School of Economics, University of Delhi.
Dr. Richa Sharma, Deputy Director, ICSSR, Ministry of Education, GOI & Founder General Secretary,
Indian Association of Legal History.
Prof. B.W. Pandey, Department of Geography, Delhi School of Economics, University of Delhi.
Prof Praveen Jha, Centre for Economic Studies and Planning, School of Social Sciences, Jawaharlal
Nehru University, New Delhi.
Prof. V. K. Paul, Director, School of Planning and Architecture, New Delhi.
Prof. A. M. Sherry, Head of Department of Economic Affairs - NIFM Research Program, Arun Jaitley
National Institute of Financial Management, MOF, GOI.
Prof. Suresh Sharma, Head of Population Research Center, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, GOI,
Institute of Economic Growth, Delhi.
Prof. S.K Mathur, Department of Economic Sciences, Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur.
Prof. Ashraf Illiyan, Head (Department of Economics), Faculty of Social Sciences, Jamia Millia
Islamia, New Delhi.
Prof. Poonam Sharma, Department of Geography, Shaheed Bhagat Singh College, University of
Delhi.
Prof. Anupama. Hasija, Department of Geography, Shaheed Bhagat Singh College (Evening),
University of Delhi.
Prof. Vinod K. Sharma, Disaster Management, Indian Institute of Public Administration &Vice
Chairman, Sikkim Disaster Management Authority.
Prof. Kavita Arora, Department of Geography, Shaheed Bhagat Singh College, University of Delhi.
Prof Santosh Kumar, CEO, International Institute of Security and Safety Management, New Delhi.
Dr. Pankaj Kumar, Asst Secretary General of International Geographical Union(IGU) & Secretary,
IGU Commission on Mountain Studies, Associate Prof. Dept. of Geography, DSE, University of Delhi.
Dr. Poorva Keskar, Director, March, LEED AP,GRIHA Evaluator & Trainer,ECBC Master Trainer WELL AP.
Dr. Devesh Birwal, Department of Economics, Delhi School of Economics, University of Delhi.
Dr. Rashmi R. Anand, School of International Studies, JNU, Delhi.
Dr. Rajni Kapoor, Department of Economics, Janki Devi Memorial College, University of Delhi.
Dr. Chandrakanta, Department of Geography, North eastern hill university, Shillong- Meghalaya.

Designed by: Palak Pawar, BA (H) Economics, 3rd Year, Gargi College