Remove 2030 Remove Energy Conservation Remove Renewable Energy Systems
article thumbnail

5 things developers should know about mass timber

BDC Network

climate summit in 2019, Gensler co-CEO Diane Hoskins introduced the Gensler Cities Climate Challenge (GC3), our firmwide commitment to carbon neutrality in our work and operations by 2030. Structural materials such as steel and concrete account for most greenhouse gas emissions due to energy intensive manufacturing processes.

article thumbnail

Five Well Established Eco-Villages Around the World

Natural Building

All of these communities share a few common elements, such as locally grown and managed food sources, renewable energy and waste treatment systems on the property, shared spaces and resources, community gatherings, or shared businesses. Some ecovillages also run educational programs for residents and visitors.

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

The next steps for a sustainable, decarbonized future

BD+C

The next steps for a sustainable, decarbonized future 0 qpurcell Thu, 03/02/2023 - 13:03 Sustainability For building owners and developers, the push to net zero energy and carbon neutrality is no longer an academic discussion. Conservation and smart design strategies will only get buildings so far.

article thumbnail

High-performance building envelopes

Construction Specifier

Deep energy renovations of commercial and multi-unit residential buildings are critical if cities want to tackle their climate emissions on a large scale. Energy renovation could provide up to 55 percent of the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reductions needed to meet 2030 targets, aligning cities with a 1.5 By Alejandra Nieto.

article thumbnail

Read the Latest News on “Blockers” and “Builders” Over UK Pylons, A Construction Company Contributes £4k to Worker Welfare Charity, the New High-speed Railway in Britain is Taking Shape, and the UK is Set to Build the Fewest New Homes in a Decade

UK Construction Blog

As the demand for electricity continues to rise and more renewable energy sources, including as solar and wind farms, will need to be connected in the near future, National Grid is undergoing a power system makeover. Weve got an antiquated energy system built on a few extremely huge power stations.

article thumbnail

Top Ecological and Environmental B-Corporations

CCR Magazine

They use the legal system to hold polluters accountable, challenge unsustainable practices, and advocate for stronger environmental regulations. The company has implemented innovative strategies to reduce its carbon footprint, including investing in renewable energy and implementing energy-efficient practices throughout its operations.

article thumbnail

Deep energy retrofits: The future of sustainable buildings

Construction Specifier

As the global focus on sustainability and climate change intensifies, the United States is seeing a new trend in building restoration-deep energy retrofits. buildings account for nearly 50 percent of energy consumption and 35 percent of total energy-related emissions.