Climate change is one of humanity’s greatest issues, and urgent action is required to avoid crossing irreversible environmental tipping points. Offices, responsible for 41% of the world’s energy use, offer a clear opportunity. By cutting emissions, property owners, landlords, and commercial real estate investors can not only help tackle […] Click here to view original […]

With the right mix of boldness and ingenuity, we could make our buildings not only greener but more affordable and resilient. Photo by Ksenia Chernaya/Pexels When we think about carbon pollution, we tend to picture the most sinister culprits: belching factories, coal-fired plants, fuel-guzzling SUVs. We rarely think of […] Click here to view original

The Polis administration on Monday released the latest iteration of its sweeping plan to sharply curb greenhouse gas pollution in Colorado, whose ultimate goal is to reach "net zero" by 2050. The updated version of the "Greenhouse Gas Pollution Reduction Roadmap" outlines short-term "actions" that the administration intends to […] Click here to view original

Bangladesh has become a major source of inspiration for many countries as the nation has the most green garment factories worldwide, said a top official of the United States Green Building Council (USGBC), the authority that provides the Leadership in Energy and Environment Design (LEED) certification. Bangladesh now boasts […] Click here to view original

In the intricate mosaic of urban development, housing stands out as both a fundamental need and a complex challenge. The dynamics of urban housing and real estate are shaped by a myriad of factors, from the shadow of slums on property values to the promise of sustainability through meticulous […] Click here to view original

All these points, and more, will need to be addressed in the forthcoming Heat in Buildings Bill, on which the Scottish Government is currently seeking views. (Image: Gordon Terris) If you’re running a small business , it’s likely that most of your priorities are in the short-term, very-short-term, immediate-term […] Click here to view original