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As temperatures rise and climate concerns loom, architects and developers are incorporating sustainable design practices to minimize environmental impact. By incorporating eco-friendly materials, renewable energy systems, and climate-resilient design elements, developers can enhance occupant comfort while reducing carbon footprints. https://bit.ly/3ZkEds9

As temperatures rise and climate concerns loom, architects and developers are incorporating sustainable design practices to minimize environmental impact. By incorporating eco-friendly materials, renewable energy systems, and climate-resilient design elements, developers can enhance occupant comfort while reducing carbon footprints. https://bit.ly/3ZwfOzZ

#Decarbonisation in the building sector has traditionally focused on operational efficiency through better-performing building envelopes, climate-sensitive design and switching to renewable energy sources, but the focus is quickly turning to the role of #upfront #carbon. We've worked together with Architecture & Design (Australia) to bring you our latest whitepaper: "Understanding Upfront Carbon in Green Star: A guide for Architects, Designers and Specifiers". Topics covered include: 🌏 What is upfront carbon? 🌏 Upfront carbon requirements in achieving Green Star ratings 🌏 Ways to reduce upfront carbon 🌏 How Siniat's #Opt2Act carbon neutral program can help customers to reduce their building’s upfront carbon emissions by up to 7% To download the whitepaper from the A&D website, click here: https://lnkd.in/gvhwP69s To find out more about Siniat's Opt2Act program, click here: https://lnkd.in/ez-XgUQS #sustainability #letsbuildbettertogether #inspiringwaysofliving

Sustainability isn't just a buzzword; it's a necessity. Green initiatives have not always been a priority when it comes to big infrastructure projects such as ports, transit-oriented development, storage & warehousing, manufacturing industries, etc. However, things are changing. In an era where environmental responsibility is paramount, we recognise the AEC industry's critical role in shaping a sustainable future. With global challenges such as climate change, resource depletion, and environmental degradation, our industry must lead by example. #Sustainability #GreenBuilding #AEC #Infrastructure #LEED #RenewableEnergy #SustainableDesign #FutureForward #ClimateAction

This is not just another climate report, written succinctly, this signals what we need to do to have a chance of meeting the Paris Agreement goals - in particular highlighting the critical role the shading industry play in the climate solution. Pages 24-28 confirm: "𝘞𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘦 𝘥𝘦𝘮𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘴𝘱𝘢𝘤𝘦 𝘩𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘪𝘴 𝘥𝘦𝘤𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨...𝘦𝘯𝘦𝘳𝘨𝘺 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘤𝘰𝘰𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘶𝘦𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘨𝘳𝘰𝘸...𝘯𝘦𝘦𝘥 𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘶𝘴𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘴𝘶𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘰𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘨𝘪𝘦𝘴...𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘦𝘧𝘧𝘪𝘤𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘧𝘢𝘣𝘳𝘪𝘤𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘦𝘲𝘶𝘪𝘱𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵..." We must keep pushing our message - 𝗦𝗼𝗹𝗮𝗿 𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝘀 𝗮 𝗰𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻!

In the realm of big infrastructure projects, sustainability and energy efficiency have emerged as non-negotiable imperatives. As our global consciousness shifts towards environmental stewardship, the construction industry actively embraces innovative practices to minimise its ecological footprint. From towering skyscrapers to expansive transportation networks, every endeavour presents an opportunity to integrate sustainability into its DNA. Incorporating renewable energy sources such as solar, wind, and geothermal power reduces reliance on finite resources while curbing greenhouse gas emissions. Advanced building materials, like recycled steel and reclaimed wood, offer durability without sacrificing environmental integrity. Additionally, implementing energy-efficient technologies such as smart lighting systems, HVAC controls, and green roofs further diminishes energy consumption and operational costs. By prioritising sustainability, big infrastructure projects pave the way for a future where development harmonises with nature, creating vibrant, livable spaces for present and future generations. #GreenInfrastructure #greenarchitecture #sustainabledesign #SustainableArchitecture #StructuralEngineering #CEMEngineers

🏢🏗️ The building and construction sector plays a significant role in global emissions, accounting for over a fifth of the total. Beginning of March, the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) and the Global Alliance for Buildings and Construction (GlobalABC) released a report highlighting the need for more sustainable practices in the building sector. ➡️ https://lnkd.in/e6kNxmUq 📈 The report emphasizes the necessity for substantial reductions in greenhouse gas emissions to align with the Paris Agreement goals. To achieve this, we must triple renewable energy capacity globally and double the rate of energy efficiency improvements by 2030. 🔍 As we delve deeper into the section about building heating and cooling technologies, passive cooling emerges as a crucial area for energy efficiency and emissions reduction. The rising demand for cooling has led to increased pressure on electricity grids and higher emissions. It's imperative to adopt adaptive designs and nature-based solutions to mitigate these challenges Passive cooling solutions such as natural ventilation, shading, cool roofs, thermal mass, green roofs and walls, and night cooling offer effective ways to naturally cool indoor spaces. 💡 Failure to adopt passive cooling solutions could lead to a 40% increase in global electricity demand for space cooling by 2030. Embracing these sustainable practices is crucial for creating a more comfortable and energy-efficient built environment for everyone, concludes the report. 🏢 As the European Solar Shading Organisation ES-SO and member of the Global Alliance for Buildings and Construction (GlobalABC), we are committed to promoting sustainable solutions for building cooling. Scientific research conducted by Guidehouse, the first in comparing the impact of solar shading with the use of air conditioning in buildings focuses on smart solar shading as a passive cooling strategy to achieve a greener future. 👉Download the executive summary of the Guidehouse study findings: https://lnkd.in/eTT-hhw9 #esso #globalabc #buildingandconstruction #cooling #passivecooling #energyefficiency #sustainability

Technology Thursday - Climate Tech and Innovation in the 🏢 Building Sector. 🏢 Accelerating climate action by adopting new technologies and innovative business models is essential to stay as close to 1.5 degrees C as possible. 🏢 In this post, I focus on exciting climate tech innovations in the Building Sector. As a civil engineer, I have a keen interest in emission reduction technologies in the built environment. 🏢 Building automation and monitoring systems can transform commercial buildings into smart, efficient, sustainable environments. 🏢Johnson Controls, Net Zero buildings as a Service, is an example of business model innovation and includes everything from upfront capital, design, construction decisions, decarbonization goals and reporting. 🏢Innovation in low-carbon concrete from companies like CarbonBuilt are helping to lower emissions in the hard-to-abate process of concrete production. 🏢CarbonCure Technologies is providing solutions to inject captured carbon dioxide into concrete blocks, providing a solution to reduce embodied carbon emissions in the built environment. 🏢Grid Interactive Efficient Buildings use smart technologies, renewable energy sources, and energy storage systems to optimize energy consumption and generation. This allows them to respond in real-time to grid signals, thereby reducing overall demand and GHG emissions We need to accelerate the adoption and scaling of these and other building sector climate technologies to mitigate the emissions from the operating and new construction of buildings. #climateaction #decarbonization #innovation #climatetech Links to resources in comments. ------------------------------------------------ Your Carbon Steps - Practical Steps to a Sustainable Future Photo taken at rooftop of Austin Central Library - A LEED Platinum certified building

#Decarbonisation in the building sector has traditionally focused on operational efficiency through better-performing building envelopes, climate-sensitive design and switching to renewable energy sources, but the focus is quickly turning to the role of #upfront #carbon. We've worked together with Architecture & Design (Australia) to bring you our whitepaper: "Understanding Upfront Carbon in Green Star: A guide for Architects, Designers and Specifiers". Topics covered include: 🌏 What is upfront carbon? 🌏 Upfront carbon requirements in achieving Green Star ratings 🌏 Ways to reduce upfront carbon 🌏 How Siniat's #Opt2Act carbon neutral program can help customers to reduce their building’s upfront carbon emissions by up to 7% To download the whitepaper from the A&D website, click here: https://hubs.li/Q02VYq7j0 To find out more about Siniat's Opt2Act program, click here: https://hubs.li/Q02VYtqG0 #sustainability #letsbuildbettertogether #inspiringwaysofliving

Hi all, Over the weekend, while preparing for my LEED AP exam, I took a deep dive into an aspect of sustainable urban development—specifically the impact of all-electric building systems on decarbonization, as framed by the new LEED v5 standards. This approach aligns with the broader shift towards reducing our carbon footprint and promoting environmental sustainability in urban environments. Transitioning to all-electric systems represents a transformative shift in how buildings are powered, emphasizing the use of clean electricity sources over fossil fuels. This shift not only supports the decarbonization of urban infrastructure but also enhances compatibility with renewable energy integration. The move towards all-electric buildings under LEED v5 is designed to decrease operational carbon emissions significantly, aligning with global climate action goals. I explored how these systems could be implemented effectively within the constraints of existing urban landscapes, considering factors like the current energy grid capabilities, the availability of renewable energy sources, and the economic implications of retrofitting older buildings versus incorporating systems into new constructions. Understanding these dynamics is crucial for anyone involved in urban planning, architecture, or sustainability initiatives. Let’s discuss how we can collectively drive this positive change in our professional spheres! #LEEDv5 #Sustainability #UrbanPlanning #Decarbonization #AllElectricBuildings #greenbuilding