The Union Budget of 2014 laid out a much-needed emphasis on infrastructure spending and the NDA government’s commitment to speed up the pace of urbanization. The budget calls for a $1.1 billion investment on creation of 100 Smart Cities and significant other investments towards ports, metros and airports. What is also very heartening to note is that there’s a strong focus on renewable energy like solar with the government’s announcement to create ultra-mega solar projects. This is a welcome move that looks to balance the imminent infrastructure needs of the nation with those of its energy requirements. If the country has to successfully build its infrastructure, the only way it can do so is by embracing sustainability and energy efficiency at the core of every single project it pursues.

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