Why building greener is crucial to meeting Paris climate targets
Nov 1, 2021 · Progress has been made in reducing the carbon output from buildings, according to the UN. More countries are putting building energy codes in place, green building certification …
How to build smart, zero carbon buildings | World Economic Forum
Sep 8, 2021 · Global building floorspace is projected to double by 2060 and only 3% of investment in new construction is green and efficient, locking in high emissions for decades. …
COP26: Here are 7 of the world's greenest buildings and best …
Nov 2, 2021 · The building relies on an innovative energy system, connected to the urban district heating and cooling grid, powered by 100% hydroelectric power. A geothermal heat pump and …
These innovations are creating the buildings of the future | World ...
Sep 23, 2024 · According to the World Green Building Council, “buildings are currently responsible for 39% of global energy-related carbon emissions: 28% from operational …
Green Building Principles: The Action Plan for Net-Zero Carbon ...
Oct 26, 2021 · Green Building Principles: The Action Plan for Net-Zero Carbon Buildings offers a set of 10 principles to help companies deliver net zero carbon buildings and meet key climate …
The 10 Green Building Principles aiming to get real estate to net zero
Nov 3, 2021 · The World Green Building Council estimates it will account for half of the entire carbon footprint of new construction between now and 2050. Reducing it through measures …
Sustainable mass timber products are key to green building
Nov 30, 2021 · Building codes are also opening up opportunities for taller mass-timber structures in many places. “The biggest challenge now is changing social perceptions of mass timber, so …
China's clean, green buildings of the future
Jun 21, 2017 · The adoption of green building technologies and solutions is a key part of China’s sustainability and environmental protection goals. China’s 13th Five Year Plan for Building …
Green Building Revolution Could Open $1.8 Trillion Global Market ...
Jun 26, 2024 · Towards Green Building Value Chains: China and Beyond, published in collaboration with Boston Consulting Group (BCG), identifies 11 strategic transition levers …
4 experts on how to accelerate investment in green buildings
Dec 6, 2021 · World Green Building Council's new flagship report, Beyond the Business Case, demonstrates the irrefutable, evidence-based, co-benefits for investing in a sustainable built …