India is poised for a major surge in eco-friendly logistics infrastructure, with green-certified warehousing expected to grow fourfold by 2030. According to a new report from JLL India, sustainable warehouse capacity is projected to climb from 65 million square feet in 2024 to an impressive 270 million square feet by the end of the decade.
Over the past five years, the country’s top-tier warehousing inventory has expanded significantly, growing from 88 million square feet in 2019 to 238 million square feet in 2024. This rapid growth is largely driven by India’s ongoing push toward economic modernization and the skyrocketing demand from the e-commerce sector. The report highlights that institutional-grade warehousing, which adheres to higher operational and environmental standards, has tripled—from 28 million to 90 million square feet—between 2019 and 2024.
This transformation reflects the growing confidence of global investors who are actively backing sustainable logistics hubs. Many of these projects are being developed under globally recognized certifications such as LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design), the Indian Green Building Council (IGBC), and GRIHA (Green Rating for Integrated Habitat Assessment). Currently, around 72% of the institutional-grade stock—equal to 65 million square feet—is either already certified green or in the certification process. By 2030, this green-certified segment is expected to multiply four times.
Institutional investors are playing a pivotal role in India’s green warehousing evolution. Nearly half of their warehousing assets are certified green, with an additional 20% undergoing certification or pre-certification. Corporations are also shifting focus, preferring green logistics centers to align with their net-zero commitments. These modern warehouses emphasize cutting operational costs through 30-40% energy savings, water conservation, sustainable construction materials, and robust recycling systems.
By 2030, India’s total warehousing market is forecasted to reach 885 million square feet, with 260 million square feet coming from institutional sources. Of that, around 80% will likely meet green compliance standards. To support this shift, retrofitting older warehouses and expanding green funding options will be critical in sustaining long-term growth.
