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First Day Highlights from the WorldGBC Global Solutions Forum: A Dive into Sustainable Building and Climate Action🌍 Today marked an inspiring start at the WorldGBC Global Solutions Forum, where the Botswana Green Building Council representatives Thandi Katlholo and Eileen Thato Monageng played a pivotal role in the opening session. We joined forces with leaders from 56 Green Building Councils worldwide, all united under a common goal: Accelerating our transition towards sustainable building practices. 🎯 Key Highlights: From the WorldGBC leadership Cristina Gamboa, CEO - World Green Building Council 2030 Climate Change Targets: A roadmap to decarbonize the building sector, aiming for all new buildings to be zero emissions by 2040. 2000 Days of Action: An urgent call to harness our collective efforts to meet these ambitious goals. Global Commitment: 70 governments have pledged to enhance resilience in the built environment, setting the stage for transformative actions towards sustainability. 🔍 Insights from Experts: Akshat Rathi Bloomberg News emphasized the significant impact of the built environment, which accounts for 39% of global emissions. He highlighted the financial and environmental benefits of integrating solar panels and adopting green technologies, which are becoming more cost-effective over time. Catherine inspired us with a message of hope and collective action, reminding us that our efforts in energy efficiency and incorporating nature into urban spaces are crucial steps towards meeting the IEA’s net-zero goals. Panel Discussions: Rethinking Building Transitions: Leaders like Smith Mordak and Simon Sharpe discussed the importance of systems thinking and strong policies to guide significant industry changes. Policy as an Enabler: Discussions focused on how policy can remove market barriers and promote investments in green technologies, making sustainable choices not only possible but profitable. 💡 Moving Forward: As we continue to discuss, adapt, and innovate, the dialogue here at the Forum is just the beginning. Together, we are paving the way towards a sustainable and resilient future. Stay tuned for more updates as we build a greener world together! 🌿 #WorldGBC #SustainableBuilding #ClimateAction #GreenBuildingCouncil #BotGBC #NetZero #Decarbonization #GreenTechnology Green Building Council Nigeria Green Building Council of Namibia Green Building Council of Mauritius (GBCM) Green Building Council Uganda (GBCUG) Kenya Green Building Society Rwanda Green Building Organization Green Building Council South Africa (GBCSA) Green Building Council of Zimbabwe Green Building Council Cameroon Egypt Green Building Council (Egypt GBC)