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Decarbonise Now for a Sustainable Future! We all know we're in a climate emergency, and the built environment plays a big part in it 🌍. As we push towards achieving net zero and making our cities more resilient, decarbonisation must be at the heart of our decision-making. At the recent RICS conference in Northern Ireland, the focus was on sustainability and how professionals in the built environment can work together to address the sector's challenges. We heard many success stories, but it's clear there's more we can do. Gathering for these discussions helps us tackle industry issues collectively, and build a sustainable future. According to the latest RICS Global Sustainability Report, around 60% of UK respondents saw a rise in investor demand for green buildings over the past year 📈. Despite this, 43% globally reported they don't measure embodied carbon on projects. We must make carbon measurement common practice. Tools like RICS' Whole Life Carbon Assessment (WLCA) guide the industry toward lower carbon designs and help quantify construction impacts. By understanding and managing our emissions better, we can build more sustainable communities. Let's drive change together! How do you think we can further integrate decarbonisation into our daily practices? Share your thoughts below or visit netzeroevolution.com to learn more. #Decarbonisation #Sustainability #NetZero

Interesting paper on Arup's Smart Green Resilient (SGR) approach and its role in decarbonisation. Click on the link below to find out more. #Decarbonisation #ClimateAction #WeAreArup  

🌍 Decarbonizing Buildings: A Path to Sustainability and Economic Growth Did you know buildings play a significant role in global energy consumption and CO2 emissions, accounting for about 35% and 40% respectively. Tackling these issues is crucial for climate change mitigation and meeting global climate goals. Decarbonizing buildings not only benefits the environment but also offers economic advantages such as reduced operational costs, increased property values, regulatory compliance, and access to financial incentives. Our recent Frost & Sullivan research identifies the top 30 innovators driving decarbonization and sustainability in the built environment for 2023–2024. Do any names surprise you❓ Here's how different stakeholders can leverage these insights: 🔹 Solution Providers: Benchmark performance against industry leaders and tailor offerings to tap into new market opportunities in the evolving sustainable buildings sector. 🔹 End Users: Use the research to select eco-conscious suppliers and evaluate your sustainability practices against top performers. 🔹 Research & Educational Institutions: Explore innovative decarbonization practices and pinpoint research prospects to advance emission reduction technologies. 🔹 Investors: Identify leading companies and technologies shaping the future of climate change mitigation, offering environmental impact and potential financial returns. Reach out to me if you would like to delve into our research to learn how you can contribute to a more sustainable future and capitalize on emerging growth prospects in the buildings market. #Sustainability #Decarbonization #SmartCities #GreenBuilding #ClimateChange #EnergyEfficiency #FrostandSullivan

Thank you to everyone who joined today's webinar and contributed to the engaging discussion. A year on from our last sustainability report, experts Anil Sawhney, Frank Hovorka, Gulnara Roll, Sandeep Singh, and Anna Zinecker unveiled the findings of the 𝗥𝗜𝗖𝗦 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰. They provided invaluable insights into the progress of the built environment, exploring evolving attitudes and practices in real estate and construction. Key topics covered included occupier demand for sustainable buildings, the role of ESG in investment decisions, and the impact of green buildings on premiums. We also delved into the increasing importance of resilience to extreme weather and examined how the industry is responding to changing regulations, biodiversity concerns, and embodied carbon. 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲'𝘀 𝗮 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗮𝗽 𝗼𝗳 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗸𝗲𝘆 𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁𝘀: Barriers can be overcome through credible policy interventions, for example, mandating whole life carbon assessments for projects and assets. We are moving in the right direction, but not at the right pace. If we don't move at the right pace, the destination keeps getting further away and requires extra effort to get there. There is still not enough money committed to mitigation. When mitigation measures are not working, we have to adapt, which is why adaptation discussion is very big globally. The cost of doing nothing and building as usual is more expensive over time than acting now to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. A key challenge we face with green buildings is expanding their reach beyond markets where they are already well-established, ensuring they become mainstream and achieve scalability. Stay tuned for a detailed summary coming soon. Explore more of our thought-provoking discussions by joining our upcoming #WBEF webinars: https://lnkd.in/gGnk2GFn   #ExpertsInConversation #Sustainability #RealEstate #FutureOfConstruction

Preparing for the 2025 release of LEED v5, which will emphasize decarbonization, equity, resilience, health, and the conservation and restoration of ecosystems. The new version aims to enhance sustainable building practices, addressing climate impacts and social factors, while promoting healthier environments and resilient, inclusive communities. Capital Consulting Engineers #aec #mep #sustainability #leed #v5

🌍 Nationally Determined Contributions for Sustainable, Inclusive Buildings and Cooling: Time for Bold Action This session will empower policymakers and stakeholders to develop ambitious, actionable, and inclusive Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) for the buildings and cooling sectors. Building on the insights shared during the fireside chat, the panel discussion will focus on practical recommendations from key initiatives designed to support the creation of impactful NDCs. The session will feature the launch of Partnership for Energy Efficiency in Buildings (PEEB)/UNEP’s GlobalABC guidelines, which offer a step-by-step approach and a range of policy options to help policymakers ensure their NDCs are ambitious, actionable, investable, and inclusive. The World Green Building Council will present its Sustainable Buildings Scorecard and Action Plan for NDCs and Policies, a tool designed to align national and local policies with NDC ambitions while identifying policy gaps. The Institutional Investors Group on Climate Change (IIGCC) will provide insights on making NDCs fundable from an investor’s perspective, while Habitat for Humanity International will highlight its paper "Informality and Housing in NDCs," emphasizing the importance of addressing informal settlements in NDC strategies. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the challenges countries face in designing NDCs and explore tools and policy briefs that can help raise ambitions and drive climate finance toward a zero-emissions, efficient, resilient, and inclusive buildings and construction sector. This session offers actionable insights to enhance the development and implementation of NDCs that address both environmental and social priorities. 🎙️ Speakers include: Gulnara Roll, Abdelmuti Murad, Kennedy Matheka, Alice Bond, Hugh Garnett, Lanre Shasore, Nigel Tonks, Gregor Sahler, Hassen El Agrebi (Agence Nationale pour la Maîtrise de l'Energie ANME) 📅 Discover the full agenda and join us live with the streaming link here: https://lnkd.in/dyZcKtQu 👉 For directions, schedules, and more, visit the Pavilion page: https://lnkd.in/ew6ZwyGS We look forward to seeing you at the Buildings and Cooling Pavilion! #ActOnCooling #BuildForClimate #COP29

🏢 New Framework for the Buildings Sector! The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) has launched a framework to help the buildings sector align with net-zero targets. Key highlights include: - Guidance for Companies: Provides essential tools for organizations to set science-based targets. - Emission Reduction Focus: Aims to significantly reduce emissions within the buildings sector. - Support for Global Climate Goals: Contributes to achieving broader sustainability objectives. For buyers setting green criteria for construction-related procurement, it's crucial to require suppliers to have SBTi-aligned emission reduction targets. This ensures that projects achieve immediate environmental standards while supporting long-term net-zero goals. Discover more about this important initiative in the article below: #NetZero #Sustainability #ClimateAction

🌟 Proud to share my certification from 𝐔𝐒𝐆𝐁𝐂 on 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐋𝐄𝐄𝐃 𝐯𝟓! This milestone strengthens my commitment to sustainable design and green building practices. 𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐋𝐄𝐄𝐃 𝐯𝟓: 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐛𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐳𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐅𝐨𝐜𝐮𝐬 Reducing operational and embodied carbon for climate action. 𝐄𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲: Prioritizing social equity in building design and operations. 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐥-𝐛𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠: Enhanced emphasis on indoor environmental quality, including air quality and lighting. 𝐂𝐢𝐫𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐫 𝐄𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐦𝐲: Promoting sustainable materials, waste reduction, and lifecycle assessment. 𝐄𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐲 𝐄𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲: Encouraging net-zero and renewable energy solutions. 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞: Preparing buildings to withstand climate-related challenges. These principles are essential for creating buildings that are environmentally responsible and resource-efficient throughout their lifecycle. 🌍 Excited to continue integrating these insights into projects and contributing to a sustainable future! #LEEDv5 #USGBC #GreenBuilding #Sustainability #ClimateAction #Decarbonization #NetZero #CircularEconomy #BuildingDesign #EnvironmentalStewardship #LEEDAccreditation #HealthyBuildings #SustainableFuture

Exciting news for the future of sustainable buildings! 🌍🏗️ The SBTi's new framework is calling on financial institutions to lead the charge in funding energy-efficient projects, retrofitting, and low-carbon materials. 💸🏢 By prioritizing green investments, they’re not just helping the planet—they’re managing risks and shaping a sustainable future! What're your thoughts? Can financial institutions drive even more impactful changes in the buildings sector? Dive into the details below: https://lnkd.in/e-Xd5QHS #NetZero #Sustainability #GreenFinance #BuildingTheFuture #ClimateAction #EnergyEfficiency #GreenBuildings #SustainableInvestment #Decarbonization #FutureOfBuildings #FinancialInstitutions #ClimateLeadership 360 Energy Inc. | Energy and Carbon Strategy | Tangible Results Delivered Science Based Targets initiative Alberto Carrillo Pineda

During #WGBW24, our Climate Action team hosted a webinar on reducing Whole Life Carbon emissions in the #builtenvironment. If you missed the webinar or just want a recap, then follow this link to watch the full recording: https://bit.ly/4dyOAvP Matthew Black, Climate Action Manager at WorldGBC, was joined by Elinor Huggett, Global Real Estate Sustainability Leader at Deloitte Tessa Brunette, Associate Director at Arup, and Sophia Kee, Head of Future Ready at WSP. This is what they discussed: 🟢 Deloitte's Buildings Toolkit and how the business is implementing it across its global leased portfolio 🟢 Arup's Whole Life Carbon masterplan and research on carbon factors 🟢 How WSP retrofits and reuses existing building structures and future-proofs assets As a sector, we need to see the widespread implementation of more ambitious actions that support #decarbonisation at scale. Our network is #BuildingTheTransition. Are you ready? #NZCBCommitment #BuildingToCOP #BuildingToCOP29