Dr. Priyanka Kochhar is a sustainability expert specializing in green buildings, energy efficiency, and climate-responsive urban development. She currently serves as a Senior Advisor at The Habitat Emprise and has played a pivotal role in shaping sustainable building policies in India and internationally. With over 15 years of experience, she has been instrumental in mainstreaming green building rating systems, including GRIHA, and has contributed to revising municipal byelaws to integrate resource efficiency across multiple cities.
Dr. Kochhar has worked extensively with government bodies, international organizations, and academic institutions, providing technical expertise on climate action roadmaps, integrated water management, and energy transition strategies. She has led major projects with UN-Habitat, the World Bank, and IFC, focusing on policy frameworks that drive low-carbon, climate-resilient urban development.
She serves on various national and international advisory panels, including committees for green building regulations, energy efficiency policies, and climate adaptation strategies. A prolific author, Dr. Kochhar has published numerous papers and reports on sustainable urbanization, resource efficiency, and climate resilience.
A recognized thought leader, she has lectured at premier institutions such as the School of Planning and Architecture, New Delhi, and the University School of Architecture and Planning. Her work continues to influence policy and practice, positioning her as a key advocate for sustainable and climate-resilient cities.